Utah: A State of Opportunity
Governor Jon Huntsman Speech
Letter from Utah Governor Jon Huntsman:
As Governor, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the third annual Utah Economic Summit. Our theme for this event is "Utah: A State of Opportunity." Utah's talented citizens, coupled with our vast resources, have created a unique business dynamic. Our pro-business efforts allow us to foster business growth, despite the economic events transpiring throughout the world. Other states are experiencing a significant slow down and although Utah has been affected, we continue to move forward in our broad-based business economy with significantly less damage and some significant bright spots.
Economic development has always been one of my top priorities, and together we have built a strong economic base that is stabilizing, even as the rest of the country slows. Our great state continues to displays signs of a dynamic economy in several business sectors and the rest of the country recognizes that Utah is one of the "Best States for Business.
We have worked to our strengths, been innovative, and maintained an attitude of success. As your Governor, it is my privilege to extend appreciation and thanks on behalf of Utah's citizens for a job well done. Keep up the good work.
Utah's economy and what the national stimulus means to the state.
Economist Dr. Kelly Matthews Speech
Dr. Kelly Matthews is Executive Vice President and Economist for Wells Fargo. He is based in Salt Lake City. Dr. Matthews is responsible for local, regional and national economic analysis and forecasting. He is also Wells Fargo government affairs office in Utah. His research and opinions are widely read by the financial and business community and he is regularly quoted in the local media. Dr. Matthews joined Wells Fargo as an economist in 2000 when First Security Corporation merged with Wells Fargo. He served as First Security's chief economist for 27 years.
Ready to Go Global? The International Team Works for Your Company's Success
Business Tools, Session 1
Learn about incredible growth of Utah exports valuable services and practical expertise from public agencies, non-profits and private sector partners. Review steps to develop an international strategy.
Moderator: Craig Peterson (GOED: Governor's Office of Economic Development) http://business.utah.gov
Panel Members include:
Barbara Bagnasacco (Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll) http://www.ballardspahr.com
Lew Cramer (World Trade Center Utah) http://www.wtcut.com
David Fiscus (U.S. Commercial Service) http://www.buyusa.gov/utah/
Brett Heimburger (GOED: Governor's Office of Economic Development) http://business.utah.gov
Franz Kolb (GOED: Governor's Office of Economic Development) http://business.utah.gov
Miguel Rovira (GOED: Governor's Office of Economic Development) http://business.utah.gov
Mediation or Arbitration: Your Options for Resolving Disputes in Difficult Economic Times
Business Tools, Session 2
A team of professional mediators will engage in a lively and information discussion of the pros and cons of negotiation, mediation, arbitration and ligation as methods of resolving disputes. How do the processes differ and how can businesses save casts and reduce their risks through choosing the appropriate process?
Moderator: Bryant J. McConie (Strong & Hanni) http://www.strongandhanni.com
Panel Members include:
Christian W. Clinger (Clinger Lee Clinger) http://www.clingerlawfirm.com
William Downes (Mediator) http://utahmediation.com
Karin S. Hobbs (Mediator) http://www.bohlinghobbs.com
Michele Mattsson (Utah Court of Appeals) http://www.utcourts.gov
Corporate Citizenship in Today's Economy
Business Tools, Session 3
What responsibilities does the business community have toward the public and private sectors when it comes to charitable contributions and volunteerism?
Moderator: Pamela Atkinson (Special Advisor to the Governor) http://www.utah.gov/governor/actnow/steeringcommittee.html
Panel Members include:
Deborah S. Bayle (United Way) http://www.liveunited.org
Michael Dale (New Media Strategies) http://newmediastrategies.net
Rich Nelson (Utah Technology Council) http://www.utahtech.org
Jane Shock (American Express) https://home.americanexpress.com/home
Marketing and Public Relations in a Lean Economy
Business Promotion, Session 1
How marketing and public relations can assist you in lean times. What the media is looking for now and how to think outside the box. Gain the competitive edge while others are cutting back. Prepare to grow faster when the economy recovers.
Moderator: Tom Love (Love Communications) http://www.lovecomm.net
Panel Members include:
Lou Hammond (Lou Hammond & Associates) http://www.louhammond.com
Karen Boe (Karen Boe Marketing) Marketing1slc@aol.com
Kristi Knight (Omniture) http://www.omniture.com
Catching the Green Wave: Promoting Your Business Through Environmental Messaging
Business Promotion, Session 2
Bring home the "green" message to promote your product. Learn How and why it is important to market LEEDS and other certifications in this growing segment of the economy. Consumers are still waiting to pay more to support sustainable efforts.
Moderator: Natalie Gochnour (Salt Lake Chamber) http://www.slchamber.com
Panel Members include:
Brent Giles (Powder Corporation) http://www.powdr.com
Michael O'Malley (USTAR: Utah Science Technology and Research Initiative) http://www.innovationutah.com
Julio Nemeth (Procter & Gamble) http://www.pg.com
Brand Sharing and Creative Collaboration to Promote Your Business
Business Promotion, Session 3
Learn how to brand or co-brand your product in today's troubled matter. How businesses can form creative partnerships to cross-sell their products and services.
Moderator: Jeremy Chase (Struck Creative) http://www.struckcreative.com
Panel Members include:
Jacques Hagopian (Procter & Gamble) http://www.pg.com
Nathan Rafferty (Ski Utah) http://www.skiutah.com
Todd Wolfenbarger (Summit Group) http://www.summitslc.com
Growing Our Own: Incentives for Business Expansion
Business Development, Session 1
Until recently, incentive programs were used exclusively to recruit new companies to Utah. Learn how Legislative changes now allow the state to partner with local governments to help existing Utah companies expand.
Moderator: Jason Burningham (Lewis Young Robertson & Burningham) www.lewisyoung.com
Panel Members include:
Jerry Fenn (EDCUtah: Economic Development Corporation Utah) http://www.edcutah.org
Matthew R. Godfrey (Odgen City) http://www.ogdencity.com
Derek Miller (GOED: Governor's Office of Economic Development) http://business.utah.gov
Keith Snarr (Taylorsville City) http://taylorsvillecity.com
The Cranes are Still Working: Commercial Real Estate Development Around Utah
Business Development, Session 2
From City Creek and Downtown Rising to Falcon Hill in the north and the new St. George airport in the south, learn how continued development around the state can be a positive force for your business.
Moderator: Doug Clark
Panel Members include:
Stuart Adams (Falcon Hill -- MIDA -- Military Installation Development Authority)
Lane Beattie (Salt Lake Chamber) http://www.slchamber.com
Steve Romney (LDS Church) http://www.lds.org
Lowry Snow (St. George Airport) http://www.sgcity.org/airport
Thriving in Challenging Times: Get Real, Believe, Execute
Business Development, Session 3
In challenging economic times, business leaders need to do full and honest assessments of their company's strengths and weaknesses. After that they need to formulate a workable plan and train their staff to execute the plan and be innovative.
Moderator: Clark Ivory (Ivory Homes) http://www.ivoryhomes.com
Panel Members include:
Jeff Nelson (Nelson Laboratories) http://www.nelsonlabs.com
Bob Nilsen (Cafe Rio) http://www.caferio.com
Don Whyte (Kennecott Lane) http://www.kennecottland.com
Game On - Press Start: The Utah Animation and Film Expansion
Business Opportunity, Session 1
The business of video games and animation is taking the world by storm. A look at how Utah is one of the leaders in the nation for video games and animation and includes a discussion of the film incentive program and its impact on the business community.
Moderator: Steven Roy (USTAR: Utah Science Technology and Research Initiative) http://www.innovationutah.com
Panel Members include:
Brent Adams (Brigham Young University) http://animation.byu.edu
Colin Brady (Lumenas Studios) http://www.lumenasstudios.com
Rodayne Esmay (Utah Valley University) http://www.uvu.edu/techcom/dgm/
Daren McDaniel (Lumenas Studios) http://www.lumenasstudios.com
Clark Stacey (Smart Bomb Interactive) http://www.smartbombinteractive.com
The Proper Care and Feeding of Emerging Growth Companies
Business Opportunity, Session 2
As a company prepares to grow, its need for a clear access to capital and talent is critical. This session focuses on the financial numbers a company needs to grow from the seed stage into the need for venture capital and preparation for an IPO or other major growth.
Moderator: Mel S. Lavitt (Needham & Company, LLC) http://www.needhamco.com
Panel Members include:
David Brandford (Fusion-io) http://www.fusionio.com
Greg Butterfield (SageCreek Partners) http://sagecreekpartners.com
Ed Ekstrom (vSpring Capital) http://www.vspring.com
Blake Moderstizki (UV Partners) http://www.uven.com
Utah Legislative Review for 2009
Business Opportunity, Session 3
Roundup of the highlights and spotlights of what took place at the 2009 Utah Legislative session.
Presenters include:
Michael Waddoups (Utah Senate President) http://www.utahsenate.org
Kevin Garn (Utah House Majority Leader) http://www.le.state.ut.us/house
So You're an Entrepreneur, What Now?
Entrepreneurship, Session 1
Veterans of past downturns offer lessons they've learned and suggest strategies entrepreneurs may use in today's economy. Learn techniques to address debt-to-profitability, attracting talent, communicating with customers and suppliers, increased value of marketing and business planning.
Moderator: Nicole Toomey Davis (GOED-Centers for Excellence) http://business.utah.gov/programs/coe
Panel Members include:
Rich Hanks (Mindshare Technologies) http://www.mshare.net
Bruce Law (Sprout Marketing) http://sproutmarketing.com
Larry Rigby (Larada Sciences) http://laradasciences.com
Todd Stevens (EPIC Ventures) http://www.epicvc.com
You Want to Start a Business Now?
Entrepreneurship, Session 2
Starting a new business or refocusing an existing one is tough in any economy, especially today. Do it right, and the sky's the limit, but do it wrong ... This panel has been successful in identifying and taking advantage of opportunities across several sectors and they're willing to talk all about it.
Moderator: Greg Jones (VisTrails) http://vistrails.sci.utah.edu
Panel Members include:
David McNalley
Tim Miller (Glycomia)
Jeremy Nielsen (Utah Fund of Funds) http://www.utahfundoffunds.com
Hal Widlansky (Mangia) https://www.mangia.net
Supporting the Entrepreneur in Your Midst
Entrepreneurship, Session 3
Entrepreneurs have varied needs as they get on the path to success and economic development professionals have a wide-range of tools in their "tool box" to help. This session focuses on economic development in setting the conditions that allow entrepreneurs to succeed.
Moderator: Jeff Edwards (EDCUtah: Economic Development Corporation Utah) http://www.edcutah.org
Panel Members include:
Brad Bertoch (Wayne Brown Institute) http://www.venturecapital.org
CeCe Mitchell (Zions Bank) https://www.zionsbank.com/
Curt Roberts (USTAR: Utah Science Technology and Research Initiative) http://www.innovationutah.com
Lex Watterson (Mountain West Capital Network) http://mwcn.yourmembership.com/
