Speaking on Business: Outdoor Mavens
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Outdoor Mavens began as a passion project to make outdoor adventures more accessible and stress-free. They specialize in creating curated trips, custom adventure planning and gear rentals, offering unique experiences in stunning locations across the western United States. Founder and owner, Traci Salisbury, joins us with more.
Why Every Season is the Right Season to Shop Small
As the holiday season wraps up, you might wonder — why continue to shop small? The answer is simple: supporting small businesses has benefits that extend far beyond the holidays. Shopping small year-round helps reduce environmental impact, ensures higher-quality products, strengthens the local economy and fosters meaningful relationships within your community.
Speaking on Business: The Blueberry Hill
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. The Blueberry Hill started with a passion for creating timeless, high-quality products for babies. Focused on sustainability and craftsmanship, it grew from a small hand-knit hat project into a global brand offering cozy apparel and cherished keepsakes. Designer and owner, Jennifer Stevens Davis, joins us with more.
Four Questions With Sally Dietlein: Co-Founder of Hale Centre Theatre
This holiday season, the Salt Lake Chamber will showcase local small businesses weekly. These businesses are integral to our community, and we encourage you to join us in celebrating and shopping small this season! Discover this week’s featured business below:
Speaking on Business: Kahve Cafe
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Kahve Cafe in Salt Lake City offers a cozy, community-focused space serving high-quality coffee and specialty drinks. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and dedication to sustainable sourcing, it has become a popular spot for locals to gather and connect. Owner, Elif Ekin, joins us with more.
Speaking on Business: The Larry H. Miller Company
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. For decades, the Larry H. Miller Company has played a pivotal role in Utah’s prosperity, investing in both the state’s economic growth and our communities’ vibrancy. Chairman Steve Miller tells us more about the company’s significant milestones this year and its investment in Utah’s future.
Four Questions With the Owners of Family-Run Knot + Spool: Madeline Reynolds and Melissa & Elliott Taylor
This holiday season, the Salt Lake Chamber will showcase local small businesses weekly. These businesses are integral to our community, and we encourage you to join us in celebrating and shopping small this season! Discover this week’s featured business below:
Speaking on Business: The Balanced Sole
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. The Balanced Sole offers therapeutic massage and advanced reflexology services that promote relaxation, balance and well-being. Specializing in corporate massage, they focus on reducing stress and anxiety in the workplace. Owner and massage therapist, Mia Merrill, joins us with more.
Speaking on Business: Lendio
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Founded in 2011, Lendio is dedicated to servicing small businesses that traditionally finance leaves out. Through their marketplace of lenders and tools, more small businesses can qualify for and receive funding in record time. Co-founder and CEO Brock Blake joins us with more.
Essential Resources to Empower Your Small Business
Utah offers a wealth of resources for its small business community, making it an ideal place to grow and thrive. With low corporate tax rates, a highly educated workforce, a favorable business climate featuring generous tax incentives and a young, growing population, it’s no wonder small businesses flourish here. But what specific resources are available to help small businesses succeed? Here are just a few you can take advantage of as a small business owner: