Army Ranger Colonel Lisa Jaster to Deliver Closing Keynote at 50th Annual Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon
SALT LAKE CITY, UT (September 11, 2026) – Colonel Lisa Jaster, one of the first three women to graduate from the U.S. Army’s first integrated Ranger School, will deliver the closing keynote at the 50th annual Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon. “For 50 years, this conference has celebrated women who lead, build […]
Salt Lake Chamber Recognizes Business and Community Leaders at 2026 Annual Meeting
SALT LAKE CITY (Aug. 25, 2026) — The Salt Lake Chamber held its 2026 Annual Meeting today at the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium. The Chamber released its annual report and honored individuals and organizations that have shown exceptional support for its mission. The meeting marked 139 years of championing free enterprise to build a stronger […]
Sandi Sumner Hendry Receives 2026 ATHENA Leadership Award
Founder and CEO of Minky Couture honored with highest recognition for women in business SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (August 17, 2026) — The Salt Lake Chamber has announced that Sandi Sumner Hendry, founder and CEO of Minky Couture, will receive the 2026 ATHENA Leadership Award. This award is the organization’s highest recognition for women in […]
Swig Founder Nicole Robison to Keynote 50th Annual Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon
SALT LAKE CITY, UT (July 27, 2026) – Nicole Robison, the founder who grew Swig from a single drive-thru into a nationally beloved brand, will be the opening keynote at the 50th annual Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon. “Nicole Robison is exactly the kind of leader this conference celebrates,” said Derek Miller, […]
Salt Lake Chamber to Recognize Business and Community Leaders at 2026 Annual Meeting
SALT LAKE CITY (July 13, 2026) — The Salt Lake Chamber will hold its 2026 Annual Meeting on August 25 at the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, where it will release its annual report and honor individuals and organizations that have demonstrated exceptional support for the Chamber’s mission, celebrating the organization’s 139-year legacy of advancing Utah’s […]
Featured Commentary: Why Chamber Participation Matters More Than Ever
Utah’s long-term economic success is driven by business leaders who actively engage in shaping their communities, industries and public policy. In this opinion piece, Derek Miller highlights how chamber participation helps address critical challenges like housing, workforce development, infrastructure and energy while building a stronger future for the next generation. Read Derek Miller’s full commentary […]
Salt Lake Chamber Celebrates Utah Leaders at “Under One Sky” America250 Utah Awards Gala
Honoring individuals, organizations and century-old businesses that have shaped Utah SALT LAKE CITY (May 21, 2026) — The Salt Lake Chamber honored Utah’s most influential leaders, organizations and century-old businesses Thursday evening at Under One Sky: America250 Utah Awards Gala. Tied to the 250th anniversary of the United States, the gala recognized those who build […]
Sustainability Story: How Grand America Hotels & Resorts is Cutting Waste
In today’s business landscape, environmental sustainability is a key driver of long-term success. Every other month, the Salt Lake Chamber will feature a Utah business making a positive impact on the environment and our natural resources, inspiring innovation and support across the community. Our feature, Grand America Hotels & Resorts, is a family-owned company that […]
Sustainability Stories, Reimagined: Turning Insight Into Action for Utah Businesses
Over the past year, the Salt Lake Chamber’s Sustainability Stories has spotlighted Utah companies leading the way in environmental stewardship, sharing real examples of innovation, responsibility and impact. Today, that work is evolving to meet a growing need within Utah’s business community: access to clear, credible and actionable information on the natural resource issues shaping […]
Salt Lake Chamber Announces Honorees for “Under One Sky” America250 Utah Awards Gala
One-time celebration on May 21 to recognize those who have shaped Utah SALT LAKE CITY (March 25, 2026) — Today, the Salt Lake Chamber announced a new, one-time event, Under One Sky: America250 Utah Awards Gala, that will replace this year’s Giant in Our City event to honor the individuals and organizations whose leadership has […]