Category: Women’s History Month

A Conversation with Madeline Adkins: Violinist and Concertmaster for the Utah Symphony

In honor of Women’s History Month this March, the Salt Lake Chamber is spotlighting influential women throughout Utah. By sharing their stories and insights, we aim to raise awareness about the significance of Women’s History Month. Madeline Adkins began playing violin at five, later earning numerous accolades that led to her role as Utah Symphony Concertmaster in 2016. Beyond technical skill, she brings leadership and communication excellence while inspiring students nationwide through educational programs.

A Conversation with Tiffeny Yen-Louie: Chief Marketing Officer, World Trade Center Utah

In honor of Women’s History Month this March, the Salt Lake Chamber is spotlighting influential women throughout Utah. By sharing their stories and insights, we aim to raise awareness about the significance of Women’s History Month. Tiffeny Yen-Louie is the chief marketing officer of World Trade Center Utah and managing partner of Henrie Group, a spinout of R&R Partners’ Utah advocacy division. A strategic communicator and connector, she specializes in public affairs and building relationships that drive impact across the public and private sectors. Tiffeny rarely misses a chance to explore a new city — especially its food scene.

A Conversation with Renae Cowley: Lobbyist and Partner at Foxley & Pignanelli

In honor of Women’s History Month this March, the Salt Lake Chamber is spotlighting influential women throughout Utah. By sharing their stories and insights, we aim to raise awareness about the significance of Women’s History Month. Renae Cowley is a dedicated advocate with a deep-rooted passion for hard work and perseverance, shaped by her upbringing in horseback riding and rodeo. As a lobbyist and Partner at Foxley & Pignanelli, she works to ensure that diverse voices and interests are represented in politics. 

A Conversation with Tracy S. Gruber: Executive Director at the Utah Department of Health and Human Services

In honor of Women’s History Month this March, the Salt Lake Chamber is spotlighting influential women throughout Utah. By sharing their stories and insights, we aim to raise awareness about the significance of Women’s History Month. Appointed in 2021, Tracy S. Gruber serves as Executive Director of the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, supporting communities, families and children facing complex challenges. Previously, at the Department of Workforce Services, she became dedicated to dissolving intergenerational poverty in Utah.

A Conversation with Makaila Kelso, Branch Manager at Spherion

Makaila Kelso is a Utah native and graduate of Utah State University. She currently is the Branch Manager at Spherion, where she leverages her interpersonal skills and innovative thinking to cultivate strategic partnerships and create cutting-edge staffing solutions. Makaila is driven by her deep-seated commitment to employee advocacy, equity, positive company cultures, upward mobility, and eliminating barriers to workforce entry.

During March, the Salt Lake Chamber is highlighting influential women in Utah. To celebrate Women’s History Month, we asked Makaila to share her stories, thoughts and advice.

A Conversation With Brooke Johnson, Senior Vice President & Chief Legal Counsel at Ivanti

Brooke Johnson manages Ivanti’s global legal department and advises the company on a wide range of legal and business affairs. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Ivanti breaks down barriers between IT and security so that Everywhere Work can thrive. Ivanti has created the first purpose-built technology platform for CIOs and CISOs – giving IT and security teams comprehensive software solutions that scale with their organizations’ needs to enable, secure and elevate employees’ experiences. Over 40,000 customers, including 85 of the Fortune 100, have chosen Ivanti to meet challenges head-on with its end-to-end solutions. As Ivanti has grown and expanded globally through acquisitions, Brooke’s role has been critical, providing guidance with various countries’ regulations as well as negotiating contracts.

A Conversation with Sally Dietlein, Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Hale Centre Theatre

Sally Dietlein is the Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Hale Centre Theatre. In addition to being a featured actress, her broad-based expertise includes the direction of many comedies and musicals. Sally has also written six full-scale musicals, all of which have been produced at Hale Centre Theatre as well as other theaters throughout the country. Under her artistic direction, HCT has become one of the highest attended regional theaters in the nation with almost 600,000 patrons annually.

During March, the Salt Lake Chamber is highlighting influential women in Utah. To celebrate Women’s History Month, we asked Sally to share her stories, thoughts and advice.

A Conversation With Kathy Roberts, CEO of Switch Reward Card

Kathy Roberts is the CEO of Switch Reward Card. She was a pioneer in the consumer credit card industry with Discover Card and served as President and Chief Operations Officer of Discover Bank from 2000 to 2006. Ms. Roberts now applies those same skills and work ethic to the emerging digital currency market. She also proudly serves on the Board of Directors of many companies such as Galvan, the blockchain healthcare company.