President’s Message: Reflecting on Our Past to Better Our Future
For Utah, 2024 has been a year full of development and promises of great things to come. At the end of each year, I reflect on what we accomplished and how the Salt Lake Chamber has fulfilled its mission and vision. Whenever describing the Chamber’s work, I like to use our ABCs: Advocate Policy, Build Business and Connect Community.
Speaking on Business: Salt Lake Sewciety
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Salt Lake Sewciety is a vibrant sewing studio offering a wide range of classes, workshops and supplies for makers of all levels. They focus on fostering creativity, building community, and providing a welcoming space for everyone. Owner and Designer Delaney Dangerfield joins us with more.
Speaking on Business: Haines
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Since 1929, Haines has been a trusted provider of residential and property data across the nation. Through cloud-based software, they offer nationwide data solutions that enhance an organization’s marketing and communications efforts. President and CEO Ashley Williams joins us with more.
Finding Small Businesses: How to Use the Utah Women-Owned Business Directory
The Utah Women-Owned Business Directory is an invaluable resource from the Women’s Business Center of Utah for discovering and supporting local women-owned businesses. According to the directory, if women owned half of all businesses in Utah, the state could experience 8% business growth, a 69% revenue increase and a 10.5% rise in new job creation. By using the Utah Women-Owned Business Directory, you’re helping to empower and celebrate the achievements of women entrepreneurs. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate and make the most of this directory:
Speaking on Business: Larson & Company
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. With three Utah offices, Larson & Company has become one of the state’s largest CPA firms, known for its expertise and exceptional client service. Managing Partner Greg Denning joins us with more.
Four Questions With Michael Scolamiero: Executive Director of Ballet West
Ballet West’s The Nutcracker was choreographed by our founder Willam Christensen, and it is the first full-length Nutcracker in the country, debuting Christmas Eve of 1944. We have been performing it at the Capitol Theater since 1963; this year is its 80th anniversary. It has become, for ballet companies, one of the largest single sources of revenue since the ticket sales are tremendous. Not only does Ballet West own the title of America’s first Nutcracker, but it also owns the first Nutcracker website and store. Plus, not many may know that The Nutcracker was designated by the Utah Legislature in May as Utah’s first Living Historic Landmark.
Speaking on Business: OptConnect
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. OptConnect’s mission is to help simplify the design, deployment and management of cellular connectivity solutions. No matter the cellular connectivity challenge, OptConnect is here to offer a solution. President and CEO Chris Baird joins us with more.
Music, Love And Hope Come To Tuacahn In ‘A Christmas Carol’
It’s a story that has been an important part of the holiday season since its inception in 1884 and has been reimagined again and again. Yet, this year, you can enjoy this timeless message with new eyes and new ears when Tuacahn presents a musical version of the Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol.
American Red Cross of Utah Urges Caution and Preparedness for Thanksgiving Travel
With more than 71 million people expected to travel by car for Thanksgiving, the American Red Cross of Utah reminds motorists to drive attentively to ensure everyone makes it to the table safely. The National Safety Council (NSC) released an analysis today projecting that crowded roadways could result in over 500 traffic-related deaths and an estimated 57,000 injuries during Thanksgiving travel nationwide.
Speaking on Business: Pathway Group
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Founded with a mission for sustainable change, the Pathway Group offers custom solutions to clients across the nation looking to make lasting, transformational change within their communities. Partner Holly Yocom joins us with more.