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Utah Business Report: Utah's Higher Education System: A Catalyst for Individual and Societal Success

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This is Derek Miller of the Salt Lake Chamber with your Utah Business Report. A recent policy brief from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute underscores the significant impact of Utah's higher education system on both individuals and society. The report reveals that Utah's public higher education supports approximately 132,000 jobs and contributes 12.1 billion dollars to the state's GDP. Additionally, individuals with advanced education levels experience higher incomes and better health outcomes, while also exhibiting increased civic engagement and reduced reliance on public assistance. The report highlights the state’s exceptionally well-trained workforce, robust economic performance and strong social fabric, all directly linked to a long-standing educational commitment. To learn more, visit the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute website. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/18/25

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Speaking on Business: Utah Bankers Association 1:30

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This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Founded in 1908, the Utah Bankers Association represents Utah's banking sector. They advocate for their members and offer resources to help banks deliver exceptional services. President and CEO, Howard Headlee, joins us with more. Howard Headlee: Utah is the 5th largest banking state in the country, with over a trillion dollars in assets in state headquartered banks – a stat that may surprise you. Financial services is the largest sector of our state’s economy, driving growth, innovation, and prosperity. Utah’s strong and fair regulatory environment makes this a prime destination for financial institutions, fostering competition, innovation, and economic expansion. Banks do more than hold your money – they fuel economic opportunity, strengthen communities, and improve lives. Yes, your money’s always available when you need it, but in the meantime your banker invests in the community through loans to small businesses, homeownership, and affordable housing. At the end of the day, banks are only as strong as the communities they serve – when Utah thrives, our banks thrive. Our fates are connected, and that’s why the Utah Bankers Association will continue working to ensure a strong and vibrant banking industry in our state. Derek Miller: The Utah Bankers Association is making a real impact in the community through their services and events, promoting financial education and supporting local businesses. Check out what they offer at Utah.bank. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 3/21/25…

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Utah Business Report: Salt Lake City Launches Study in Quest to Close Long-Standing East-West Divide 1:00

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This is Derek Miller of the Salt Lake Chamber with your Utah Business Report. Salt Lake City’s Westside neighborhoods are separated from eastern parts of the city, including downtown, by I-15 and several major railroad tracks. These barriers present a daily challenge for people who need to cross to the east side. To address this, Salt Lake City is launching a transportation study, funded by the US Department of Transportation’s Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program. The study will create a plan that analyzes needs, and recommends and prioritizes potential solutions to improve transportation infrastructure and address the west-east divide. The SLC West-East Connections Study team will collaborate with community members, empowering the people most affected by the division to help define the nature of the problem and develop and prioritize solutions that address their needs. To learn more, visit the Salt Lake City website. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/12/25…

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Utah Business Report: 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Announces Steering Committee 1:00

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This is Derek Miller of the Salt Lake Chamber with your Utah Business Report. The Organizing Committee for the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games has named a Steering Committee to provide advisory direction to the Organizing Committee Board. The Steering Committee includes a wide range of athletes along with community, sport, and business leaders, as well as local elected officials. A series of committees have also been created to provide unique expertise and knowledge in specified areas. This includes: -The Athletes’ Commission, led by four-time Olympic speed skater Catherine Raney Norman, who also served as board chair for the bid committee. -The Host Communities Committee, led by Salt Lake Mayor Erin Mendenhall and Park City Mayor Nann Worel. -The Sport and Venues Committee, headed by Colin Hilton from the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation. And, -The Technology and Innovation Committee, led by Matthew Prince. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/13/25…

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Utah Business Report: Shane Smeed Selected as Utah Tech University's 19th President 1:00

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This is Derek Miller of the Salt Lake Chamber with your Utah Business Report. The Utah Board of Higher Education has unanimously selected Shane Smeed as the next president of Utah Tech University. Smeed is a Utah native and currently serves as president of Park University, where he has led initiatives focused on student success, institutional excellence and workforce development. His leadership accomplishments include launching a comprehensive fundraising campaign and creating strategic business partnerships to enhance student outcomes in the global market. In the official announcement, Smeed said his aim is “to graduate the best-prepared students who will contribute to Southern Utah, the great state of Utah and beyond.” With 25 years of experience in higher education, Smeed will bring a wealth of leadership and expertise to the role. To learn more, visit the Utah Tech University website. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/14/25…

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Utah Business Report: CHG Healthcare Announces Acquisition of Career MD 1:00

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This is Derek Miller of the Salt Lake Chamber with your Utah Business Report. CHG Healthcare, a leading staffing agency specializing in physician recruitment, has acquired CareerMD, a career management platform offering digital and live events to help clinicians secure their first job after training. Founded in 1996, CareerMD started as an online resource for medical students. Since then, it has developed into a trusted and established platform to help physicians and health care providers enter the workforce and navigate their careers. They host more than 100 in-person career fairs at teaching hospitals across the country each year, virtual career fairs in more than 36 specialties, a job board, and other resources to help physicians and allied health professionals in their career search. To learn more, visit the CHG Healthcare website. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/17/25…

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Utah Business Report: Utah's Higher Education System: A Catalyst for Individual and Societal Success 1:00

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Utah Business Report: Three Intermountain Health Hospitals in Utah Ranked Among Nation’s Top 50 Heart Hospitals for 2025, According to New Study 1:00

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Three Intermountain Health hospitals recently ranked among the Top 50 heart hospitals in the nation for 2025, according to a new national study of heart hospitals in America by Premier Inc. Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Intermountain McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden, and Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital, all made the list due to their quality of care, outcomes, and patient experience, among other criteria. According to the study, if hospitals around the country had similar marks to those making the Top 50 list, it could mean 14,000 fewer deaths, 28,600 fewer bypass and angioplasty patients suffering complications, and save more than 1.5 billion dollars for inpatient costs in 2025. To learn more, visit the Intermountain Health website. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/11/25…

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Utah Business Report: Gov. Cox and Pamela Atkinson Encourage Utahns to Support Those Facing Homelessness Through Tax Donations 1:00

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Governor Spencer Cox and longtime community advocate Pamela Atkinson are urging Utahns to support those experiencing homelessness by donating to the Pamela Atkinson Homeless Account on their state tax returns. In 2023, more than 9,000 Utahns entered homelessness for the first time — an increase of 794 individuals compared to the previous year, marking a 9 percent rise. In total, nearly 33,000 Utahns accessed services through the state’s homeless response system last year. Contributions to the Pamela Atkinson Homeless Account are combined with other state and federal funding to distribute to agencies statewide, maximizing impact. To learn more, visit jobs.utah.gov/htf. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/7/25…

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Utah Business Report: ThrivePoint Academy Brings Innovative Education Model to Utah 1:00

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ThrivePoint Academy, a free public charter school for grades 7-12, is excited to open enrollment for its first Utah location in West Jordan. This expansion brings ThrivePoint Academy’s student-focused learning approach to the state, offering local students the tools and support they need to succeed academically and beyond. Located at 1589 W 9000 S, the school is designed to meet the needs of students who thrive outside of traditional educational settings. With a combination of online and hybrid learning options, students enjoy the flexibility to tailor their education while maintaining the critical in-person support necessary for success. To learn more, visit the ThrivePoint Academy website. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/6/25…

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Utah Business Report: Alsco Uniforms Donates $50,000 to Support California Wildfire Recovery 1:00

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Alsco Uniforms, headquartered in Salt Lake City, is donating 50,000 dollars to The Salvation Army to support wildfire recovery in Southern California. Alsco also provided 8,000 face masks and partnered with the Dream Center to distribute detergent to those affected. These contributions will help provide both immediate relief and long-term rebuilding assistance for communities affected by the devastating wildfires. With over 135 years of experience and a commitment to community support, Alsco helps businesses stay clean, safe, and operational while providing aid to those in need during crises. Their goal is "to help families recover and rebuild” in this time of need. To learn more, visit the Alsco Uniforms website. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/5/25…

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Utah Business Report: Continuing Economic Pressures Test Utah's Fortitude 1:00

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The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah, has released the January 2025 Roadmap to Prosperity Economic Dashboard. This tool highlights key economic data and provides decision-makers with actionable insights. Key takeaways from the January report include: First - United States CPI inflation increased for the fourth consecutive month, with year-over increases reaching 3 percent. Secondly - Utah’s median home sales price equaled 500,000 dollars in December, up from 474,000 dollars the year before. And, Third - Annual bankruptcy filings in Utah saw a 13 percent increase in 2024. To learn more, visit the Salt Lake Chamber website. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/3/25…

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Utah Business Report: First-Ever Statewide Study Finds Healthcare Spending Growth in Utah Outpaced Income Increases from 2022-2023 1:00

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The One Utah Health Collaborative has released its first statewide study on healthcare spending, analyzing data from 2021 to 2023 across ten major insurers. According to the findings, per capita healthcare spending in Utah rose 6.6 percent from 2022 to 2023, while per capita personal income grew just 5.6 percent during that same period. The report also highlights several promising trends, including greater investment in behavioral health and a modest increase in investment in primary care. Launched in 2022 by Governor Spencer Cox, the One Utah Health Collaborative is a nonprofit transforming Utah’s healthcare system. To learn more, visit the One Utah Health Collaborative website. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/4/25…

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Speaking on Business: Weber State University 1:30

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This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Weber State University's Dumke College of Health Professions offers students education with hands-on experience. This prepares graduates for successful healthcare careers in Utah and beyond. Dean of the college, Dr. Yasmen Simonian, joins us with more. Yas Simonian: Weber State graduates are at the leading edge of healthcare in Utah. They are filling important positions, engaging with communities and, most of all, providing quality patient care. Weber State produces more healthcare professionals than any other college in Utah. We are constantly tracking workforce demands to make sure we keep our graduates at the cutting edge. Recently, we graduated our first class of physician assistants, and we just launched a new psychiatric mental health emphasis in our Doctor of Nursing Practice program. Both of these address shortages and help increase access to care. We’re also long-time partners with over 1,200 hospitals and clinical sites, where students learn hands on and enhance their skills. Every semester, hundreds of graduates from the College of Health Professions step into brilliant careers. You can, too, visit weberstate.edu/health-professions. Derek Miller: Weber State University strengthens the community by offering quality education and preparing students for careers across various fields. Programs like the Dumke College of Health Professions also help meet local healthcare needs and improve outcomes for Utah residents. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 3/19/25…

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Speaking on Business: VCBO Architecture 1:30

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This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Since 1973, VCBO Architecture has grown to become one of the top design firms in the western United States. Committed to community-driven design, the VCBO team thrives on projects with an impact. Principal architect Brent Tippets joins us with more. Brent Tippets: VCBO’s mission is to create spaces for people to thrive. From Salt Lake City’s iconic library to the new Primary Children’s Hospital in Lehi, our work celebrates the communities we serve. Nothing demonstrates this more than the Marshall N. White Community Center in Ogden. Originally built in 1968, this beloved center honors Marshall White, a veteran, mentor, civil rights leader, and police officer killed in the line of duty. Over the past 50 years, the center has served a historically Black and Latino neighborhood, becoming a cherished gathering place engrained in the public memory. Guided by community input, we worked with Ogden City to design a replacement twice the size of the original, revitalized with amenities for recreation and community programs. Opening in 2025, the new center will preserve its legacy as a vibrant hub of connection and opportunity — a reflection of Ogden’s values. This is what VCBO is about — creating community spaces beloved by the people we serve. Derek Miller: With offices in Salt Lake and St. George, VCBO Architecture’s designs are inspired by the people and places they serve and ultimately bring communities together. Learn more at VCBO.com. I’m Derek Miller with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 3/17/25…

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Speaking on Business: Select Health 1:30

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