President’s Message: Our Water Challenge Requires All-Hands
A recent piece in the New York Times sheds light on one of the most significant ecological events happening in the country, the drying up of the Great Salt Lake. The New York Times got it right in warning us how important the body of water is to our health and the economy. The good […]
President’s Message: The Power of Relationships
An unwritten rule of business is that relationships often determine the level of success for organizations and individuals. You may have heard the saying, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with,” and we all recognize that work takes up a significant amount of our time. Therefore, we must […]
President’s Message: Salt Lake’s “Field of Dreams”
“If you build it, they will come” – The iconic line from the famous baseball film Field of Dreams captured the imagination of a generation. As a community of innovators, creators and entrepreneurs, this rings true. Over the past several decades, our state and capital city have seen significant development, and with it, an influx […]
President’s Message: Clean Air is All Our Business
The summer months welcome warm weather and turn our majestic mountains green with new growth. Unfortunately, that same mountainous view can also worsen the air quality, hindering our ability to enjoy Utah’s great outdoors. Luckily, we are not powerless when it comes to our air. While the quality of Utah’s air is exacerbated by geography […]
President’s Message: The City as Cultural Experience Capital
As warmer weather brings more people out of homes and into our vibrant Capital City, I am reminded that the soul of any community is rooted in its culture — the steady hum of entertainment, restaurants and events that bring a place to life. We are fortunate to have all of those things and more […]
President’s Message: Prioritizing Your Cyber Risk Management
Cyberattacks against government targets and business infrastructure garnered major headlines last year. From ransomware and spyware to zero-days and phishing, the number of targets and capabilities of bad actors continues to grow. Any actions taking place online deserve our highest consideration for protection and defense. Cyber attacks cannot only cripple key infrastructure and business functions, […]
President’s Message: Tough Minds and Tender Hearts
Martin Luther King Jr. gave the sermon titled “A Tough Mind and a Tender Heart” in Montgomery, Alabama at the end of August, 1959. His advice from more than a half-century ago has broad and timely applicability for today’s many divisions. Legendary Mike Singletary recently said “if you are an American, you belong to me,” […]
President’s Message: The Five Love Languages of Business
Whether you are talking about business or romance, relationships have patterns for success. For example, several years ago The Five Love Languages simplified into five categories how people experience love. Placing relationships in a language framework demonstrated that they can successfully be learned and spoken, even fluently. Business at its core is about relationships, whether […]
President’s Message: Priorities Matter for Business and Policy
2021 was a year of growth and expansion for Utah’s economy in the face of inflation, supply chain disruptions and proliferating coronavirus variants. Our collective pulling together during the pandemic continues to impress leaders and commentators nationally. At the start of every new year, leaders begin to pursue new goals or priorities within their organization. […]
President’s Message: Give Back & Give Thanks
The holiday season is upon us, and despite persistent challenges in our businesses and lives, it is imperative to reflect on our blessings and look for opportunities to serve others. Among the many things that merit our thanksgiving, Salt Lake City and Utah are moving forward, committed to growth, prosperity, and opportunity for all. This […]