Utah’s Economy Starts 2024 Strong
The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, has released the January 2024 Roadmap to Prosperity Economic Dashboard to inform business leaders’ understanding of Utah’s economy. This tool prioritizes key data on the state’s economic outlook and actionable context for decision-makers. “The strong start to the year […]
Speaking on Business: Extra Space Storage
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Extra Space Storage This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Extra Space Storage offers customers secure, clean properties and simple, helpful service. With over 40 locations in Utah, they are committed to being the most convenient storage solution in your neighborhood. Executive Vice President Noah Springer joins […]
Speaking on Business: Game On! Sports 4 Girls
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Game On! Sports 4 Girls This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Game On! Sports 4 Girls is an organization committed to empowering young girls through sports with unique programming and passionate role models. Owner Elyssa Brock joins us with more. Elyssa Brock:Game On! has spent years […]
Business Community Asks Utah Legislature to Support Gov. Cox’s Homelessness Appropriation Budget Requests
The Salt Lake Chamber and business leaders are strongly urging the Utah legislature to support Governor Cox’s comprehensive homelessness appropriation budget requests. The budget, which supports Utah’s comprehensive statewide Plan to Address Homelessness was developed in collaboration with state agencies and the support of hundreds of community leaders, including the Utah Impact Partnership. At a […]
Speaking on Business: Wasatch Security Awareness
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Wasatch Security Awareness This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. According to Verizon’s 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report, 74 percent of all security breaches include a human element. That’s why Wasatch Security Awareness was created — to provide cybersecurity training to businesses and their employees. Founder Matt […]
Speaking on Business: Human Work Project
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Human Work Project This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. According to the 13th annual Aflac Workforces Report, 57 percent of American workers say they are currently experiencing moderate levels of burnout. Human Work Project is working to address that. Founder Charlie Warner joins us with more. […]
The Business Case for Employee Health: Sentari Minor Presents Master Class on Workplace Wellness
As discussions and research on mental health and wellbeing gain momentum, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become increasingly apparent that mental health is a matter that impacts not only communities but also workplaces. On Feb. 8, the Salt Lake Chamber hosted a Master class titled “The Business Case for Employee Health” to discuss what businesses can do to take action.
Utah Valley University Reaches 2025 Graduation Goal Early
OREM, Utah — Utah Valley University (UVU) is celebrating a milestone victory as it achieved its “graduation” goal two years ahead of schedule. In 2019, shortly after President Astrid S. Tuminez’s arrival at UVU, university leaders set a collective goal to increase the school’s eight-year completion rate from 37% to 45%. Two years ahead of […]
Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 – What It Means for Business
The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 has passed the U.S. House of Representatives and now moves on to the U.S. Senate. This bill “promotes the financial security of working families, boosts growth and American competitiveness and strengthens communities and Main Street businesses.” It also includes Congressman Moore’s Small Business Growth […]
President’s Message: Nurturing Small Businesses is Vital to Utah’s Economic Prosperity
In 1969 Khosrow Semnani arrived in Salt Lake City as a student with less than $50 in his pocket. He had dreams of attending a U.S. university, aspirations to become a successful business owner, and goals to give back to his community. He worked jobs as a janitor, painted houses, mowed lawns and found other […]