State of Good Podcast – Ep. 6: A Unique Giving Opportunity That Benefits You Too!
Public education is essential for families, because when children are in school, their parents can go to work knowing their kids are in good hands. However, traditional education methods can be difficult for students with disabilities. Luckily, the Children First Education Fund provides scholarships and other aid to those who need it most. On this […]
State of Good Podcast – Ep. 5: Poverty’s Impact on Utah Families
Poverty in Utah profoundly impacts families, exacerbating financial instability, limiting access to quality education and health care, and hindering opportunities for upward mobility. The cycle of poverty also creates challenges for families, often resulting in intergenerational effects that can perpetuate the cycle for future generations. On this episode, we discuss what businesses can do to […]
State of Good Podcast: Turning the Tide on Mental Health Stigma
For every one death on a construction site, there are six suicides among construction workers. This staggering statistic, plus a growing body of evidence, has prompted the construction industry, and all businesses, to do something about workforce mental health. Learn more from employees and leaders in one of Utah’s most prominent construction businesses.
State of Good Podcast: Family Friendly Work Goes Beyond Child Care
Businesses are scrambling to find talent, just as parents are seeking a new normal for work/family balance. On this episode, we discuss how new approaches to family friendly workplaces can address both of these concerns at the same time.
State of Good Podcast: Why Business is Well Suited for Social Impact
In our inaugural episode of the Utah Community Builder’s State of Good podcast, we explore why the business community – perhaps moreso than any other institution – is well positioned to make a difference on community issues ranging from mental health and family policy to poverty and upward mobility. Learn from Clark Ivory, CEO of […]