Utah Valley University Unveils Innovative Autonomous Aircraft Tug 2.0 at Provo Airport
Utah Valley University (UVU) has unveiled version 2.0 of its autonomous electric aircraft tug, a cutting-edge student-driven innovation designed to reduce fuel consumption, lower emissions, and enhance airport safety. Recently demonstrated at the Provo Airport, this next-generation tug aims to transform how aircraft move on runways.
President’s Message: Downtown by the Numbers: Salt Lake City’s Economic Engine
When looking at Utah’s economic trajectory, downtown Salt Lake City offers one of the clearest indicators of where we’re headed. As the economic and cultural heart of the state, what happens downtown has a meaningful impact far beyond city boundaries.
Speaking on Business: Groundworks
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Groundworks is the nation’s leading and fastest-growing foundation repair and water management company, now serving the Salt Lake region. Their team brings decades of experience, innovative solutions, unmatched quality, and industry-leading warranties. General Manager, Matthew Denny, joins us with more.
Speaking on Business: Northrop Grumman
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Northrop Grumman is committed to advancing global security and human discovery. They provide leading technology and national security solutions to customers and markets around the world. Manager of State and Local Government Relations and Legislative Affairs, Ginger Chinn, joins us with more.
Alexx Goeller: Maternity Leave is Not a Vacation
I recently had a beautiful baby boy and took 12 weeks of maternity leave to begin adjusting to this radical life shift. I’m grateful to have had any paid time off (still a rarity in the U.S.), though in many comparable countries, at least six months of paid leave is considered standard. Twelve weeks simply isn’t enough time to truly bond with your newborn or recover from childbirth. On top of the physical recovery, you’re also mentally preparing to be this new person trying to re-enter the working world you once occupied.
Connecting Your Personal Brand with Your Soul: May 2025 Business Women’s Forum
At the May 2025 Business Women’s Forum, attendees were encouraged to look inward and align their personal brand with who they truly are. The inspiring session was centered on the idea that building a brand starts from within — not from a title or a to-do list, but from clarity, purpose and authenticity.
Speaking on Business: Park City Resort
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Park City Resort offers 7,300 acres of skiable terrain — making it the largest lift-accessed ski resort in the U.S. — with more than 330 trails, 43 lifts, and two vibrant base areas to explore. Communications Manager, Emily McDonald, joins us with more.
The 2025 Ivory Prize Winners Announced
Ivory Innovations, a nonprofit academic center based at the University of Utah David Eccles School of Business, today announced the winners of its seventh annual Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability (Ivory Prize) awards. Ivory Innovations works to source, support and scale the most compelling housing innovations through the Ivory Prize, which recognizes and funds novel solutions to the housing crisis in three areas: Construction and Design, Finance, and Policy and Regulatory Reform. In addition to national recognition and ongoing support from Ivory Innovations, each winner receives $100,000.
Spencer Fane Gains Litigator in Salt Lake City
Spencer Fane LLP is pleased to welcome Adam L. Dummer to the firm’s Salt Lake City office as an associate in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice group.
Speaking on Business: American Red Cross
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. For over 140 years, the American Red Cross has been delivering vital services — from providing relief and support to those in crisis, to helping individuals prepare for emergencies. Regional CEO of Utah and Nevada, Heidi Ruster, joins us with more.