Four Questions With Sandi Hendry: Owner of Minky Couture
My journey began as a mother seeking to comfort my daughter during her hospital stay. She longed for a big, cute and cozy blanket—something like a baby blanket that simply wasn’t available. I reached out to my seamstress to create the first one and after making additional blankets for other patients, word spread. That’s how Minky Couture was born. What started as a single blanket has since blossomed into millions, bringing warmth and comfort to countless individuals.
Speaking on Business: Utah Tech Week
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Utah Tech Week, a community-powered celebration of Utah’s booming tech and startup scene, will take place January 27th to February 1st. During this exciting week, events by startups, VCs and community organizations showcase Utah’s tech talent and innovation. Joining us with more is Chief of Staff Kyle Spencer.
2024 Workplace Mental Health & Well-Being Summit: Cultivating a Culture of Mental Health and Wellness
We have every reason to invest in mental health — it drives well-being, boosts productivity and creates thriving workplaces. Becky Pickle shared that employees facing mental health challenges miss up to four times more workdays and poor mental health costs businesses billions in lost productivity. Prioritizing mental health enhances employee satisfaction, reduces burnout and fosters a healthier, more productive workforce. As leaders, prioritizing employee well-being is essential for organizational success, directly influencing productivity, costs and resilience. So, how can you make a difference? Pickle shared how organizations can start to make a difference by focusing on these three pillars of mental health support:
Speaking on Business: Delicius
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Delicius brings the vibrant flavors of Venezuelan cuisine to Utah, combining authentic Caribbean recipes with local ingredients. Founded by Chef Ahimara and Eliceo from Venezuela, Delicius has been sharing its healthy, flavorful products since 2019. Co-founder and Chef Ahimara Suarez joins us with more.
Salt Lake Chamber Hosts 48th Annual Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon
Today, the Salt Lake Chamber hosted the 48th annual Women & Business Conference and awarded the prestigious 2024 ATHENA Leadership Award. This annual conference provides a valuable platform for furthering professional growth and fostering relationships in the business community. This year’s theme was “I.L.L.U.M.I.N.A.T.E.,” which stands for Inspiring Leadership, Learning, Unity, Motivation, Innovation, Networking, Ambition, Teamwork and Empowerment. View the conference agenda here.
Speaking on Business: Cyprus Credit Union
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Cyprus Credit Union, Utah’s longest-serving credit union, has been dedicated to strengthening our communities for nearly a century. When they say “your future is our future,” they mean it. Here with more is Vice President of Relationship Development Amanda Morton.
2024 Workplace Mental Health & Well-Being Summit: Prioritizing Mental Health: Suicide Prevention in the Workplace
With nearly 80% of suicide victims being of working age, supporting mental health in the workforce is critical. The toolkit follows the Stream Analogy, which divides suicide prevention into five stages: pre-action, upstream (preventing crises), midstream (addressing early warning signs), downstream (responding during a crisis) and where to get started.
Rio Tinto Kennecott to Expand Solar Power Generation
Solar power plant expansion continues Kennecott’s shift to renewable energy sources Rio Tinto Kennecott announced plans to construct a 25MW solar power plant expansion, bringing the mine’s total solar generating capacity to 30MW as part of ongoing efforts to improve the sustainability of its operations and reduce CO2 emissions. The solar plant expansion will be […]
Why Support Small Businesses: The Heart of Utah’s Small Business Scene
Ever wondered why Utah has so many small businesses? The answer lies deeply rooted in our history and the values that have shaped our community. From the early settlers who cultivated the land with dedication to today’s thriving hubs of innovation, Utah’s entrepreneurial spirit showcases a legacy of resilience and collaboration. Let’s explore the origins of this vibrant small business scene!
Speaking on Business: Ballet West – Nutcracker
This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. Ballet West is the ninth largest professional ballet company in the country and is the second-largest performing arts organization in Utah with an international reputation for artistic excellence since its founding in 1963. Executive Director Michael Scolamiero joins us with more.