Category: Member News

Utah Valley University’s Women’s Success Center Raises More Than $477,000 for Scholarships

OREM, Utah ­­— Utah Valley University’s Women’s Success Center Scholarship Luncheon raised $477,172 in March to assist UVU students — such as Lexi Jackson. “I am extremely grateful for the scholarship I have received,” Jackson said. “Without it, I would have struggled to pay for my education. This scholarship not only helps me but also allows me to […]

Buckner Appoints Two New Female Executives to C-Suite

SALT LAKE CITY — March 28, 2023 Buckner has appointed two new female executives to their C-Suite: Agnesa Bakhshyan as Chief Growth Officer (CGO) and Lianna Kinard as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Agnesa has an extensive background in insurance with over 25 years of experience. Her primary responsibilities will be to build, lead, and motivate […]

Utah Remains Stable in Growth and Consumer Confidence

The Salt Lake Chamber’s Roadmap to Prosperity Coalition, in partnership with the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, has updated the Economic Dashboard for February to help business leaders see where Utah’s economy stands. This tool provides data on the state’s economic outlook and actionable context for decision-makers. “While discussions around bank stress and a looming […]

Leading Managed It Services Company Appoints Naomi Shine as New CEO

March 15, 2023 – South Jordan, UT — Executech, an award-winning managed services provider, announced today that Naomi Shine has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the company. Shine succeeds DJ Dorff, who was appointed CEO in 2018 and will take on the role of Executive Chairman with Executech.“I am honored by the […]

Struck President Pauline Ploquin Selected to Lead the Road Home Board of Trustees

SALT LAKE CITY, UT (March 2, 2023) — The Road Home, a leading social services agency, is proud to announce the appointment of Pauline Ploquin as the President of the Board of Trustees. Ploquin brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the organization from her role as President and Partner of Struck, a brand […]

Speaking on Business: Mayer Brown

The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Mayer Brown This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. Mayer Brown is a distinctively global law firm that regularly advises the world’s leading companies and financial institutions on their most complex deals and disputes. About one year ago, they opened an office in Salt Lake City. Partner […]

How to Promote Opportunities on the Job Board

The Salt Lake Chamber’s mission is to stand as the voice of business, support our members’ success and champion community prosperity. One way the Chamber fulfills this mission is by offering membership benefits that increase your organization’s exposure and overall success. This includes our Job Board page, which allows members to post job openings and […]

Speaking on Business: Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity

The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. The One Utah Summit on May 1st and 2nd is Utah’s largest bi-annual gathering of the state’s movers and shakers. And, is the only business summit organized and presented by the state through the Governor’s […]

UVU Professor’s Documentary ‘Right to Read’ Premieres at International Film Festivals

Film to be shown on March 15 in the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center OREM, Utah — Dr. Jenny Mackenzie, assistant professor of digital cinema production at Utah Valley University (UVU) and Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker, has directed a new documentary film titled “The Right to Read,” which premiered at the Santa Barbara International Film […]