This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah helps guide Utah’s growth with data and insights that help businesses, leaders and communities across the state make more informed decisions. Communications Director, Nick Thiriot, joins us with more.
Nick Thiriot:
For over 10 years, the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, housed in the David Eccles School of Business, has been a vital resource and gathering place for Utah’s thought leaders.
We shed light on the most important issues impacting our state’s future prosperity. With Utah’s population projected to reach 5.6 million by 2065, trusted data becomes even more essential for state planners and policymakers.
While long-term projections forecast a dynamic future with a growing, diverse and youthful population, challenges remain. These headwinds include important issues such as housing affordability, traffic congestion, 3rd grade reading proficiency and energy supply.
By bridging the gap between data and action, the Gardner Institute helps businesses, government agencies, legislators and other key stakeholders address these important opportunities and challenges and help them make INFORMED DECISIONS™.
For more information about the Gardner Institute, visit gardner.utah.edu.
Derek Miller:
By providing clear, reliable data and insights, the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute helps Utahns better understand what’s happening in their state. That leads to smarter decisions around jobs, housing, education and growth, helping communities plan ahead and improve quality of life across Utah. I’m Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business.
