Spencer Fane Elects 13 New Attorneys to Partnership in 2025

Spencer Fane is pleased to announce 13 new attorneys have been elected to the partnership, underscoring the firm’s commitment to internal advancement as an integral component of professional development. The new partners include Wale Akinmoladun (Kansas City); Edward Burdzinski (Houston); Gene Cherng (San Jose); Eleanor D’Ambrosio (Austin); Chase Fann (Nashville); Tara Holterhaus (Omaha); Paul Jacobson (Kansas City); Kimberly Kerns (Plano); Daniel Nelson (Kansas City); Serena O’Neil (Minneapolis); John Peckler (Denver);
Benjamin Shantz (Springfield); and Scott Young (Salt Lake City).
Spencer Fane Boosts Business Transactions Practice, Adds Partner in Salt Lake City

Spencer Fane LLP is pleased to announce Spencer Topham joined the firm’s Salt Lake City office as a partner in the Corporate and Business Transactions practice group. Topham advises private equity sponsors, individuals, and businesses on a broad spectrum of complex, high-stakes business transactions to drive client growth and mitigate risk, including strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures, debt and equity restructurings, and leveraged buyouts. He is also a trusted advisor to brands and content creators for negotiating influencer management, marketing, and related agreements. In addition to business transactions, Topham provides counsel on a wide range of transactional matters, including commercial agreements and day-to-day operational issues, helping clients achieve their business objectives.
American Red Cross of Utah Urges Caution and Preparedness for Holiday Travel

With over 100 million people anticipated to travel by car this holiday season, the American Red Cross of Utah is reminding drivers to prioritize safety on the roads. The National Safety Council (NSC) released an analysis today projecting that crowded roadways and impaired drivers could result in over 300 traffic-related deaths and an estimated 35,000 injuries during the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s travel nationwide.
Slice House by Tony Gemignani to Open in Salt Lake City on December 14, 2024

Slice House by Tony Gemignani, the highly successful fast-casual pizza franchise by world renowned pizzaiolo Tony Gemignani, is proud to announce the December 14, 2024 opening of its new Salt Lake City location and first in Utah, franchised and operated by Bob Baker and Don Lewandowski. Located at 1332 Foothill Drive along the East Bench’s Foothill Village shopping center, Slice House Salt Lake City welcomes guests to experience award-winning pizza by the 13-time world champion in a fast casual setting. Opening day events, which begin at 11 a.m., include a special appearance by Gemignani; book signings of Gemignani’s cookbooks The Pizza Bible and The Pursuit of Pizza: Recipes from the World Pizza Champions; a free Slice House t-shirt as well as the chance to, enter a raffle to win free pizza for a year for the first 50 paying guests.
The Gateway to Host Utah’s Biggest New Year’s Eve Celebration and Fireworks Show

The official downtown Salt Lake City New Year’s Eve community celebration returns to The Gateway to ring in 2025 on Tuesday, December 31, 8:00 p.m. to Midnight. Last Hurrah 2024! Presented in partnership with Downtown Alliance, welcomes guests of all ages to this free and festive event. Featuring buskers, pop-up bars, and live performances by Juniper Honey and headliner Indigo Waves on the Olympic Plaza stage, Utah’s largest countdown to the New Year is not to be missed. Draft beer, wine, hot cocktails, and hot chocolate will be served in the main plaza.
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.
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 […]
Utah Valley University Announces New Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute

Utah Valley University (UVU) President, Astrid S. Tuminez, announced the university’s new Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute today at the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce, Growth & Prosperity Summit on the Orem Campus, establishing UVU as a living laboratory and model for AI in higher education.
Meet the Candidates Virtual Forum: 2024 Third Congressional District Race

The Salt Lake Chamber hosted the 2024 Meet the Candidates Third Congressional District Race Virtual Forum on October 30, 2024. Attendees heard from candidates in Utah’s Third Congressional District Race Election – Mike Kennedy and Glenn Wright. The discussion focused on their long-term vision for the state and policy priorities important to the business community. […]