Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity

In collaboration with Intermountain Health and 90 Day MA, the Utah Center for Global Talent & New Americans will conduct an informative session about a new opportunity to return to work through a certificate program for prospective medical assistants. Embark on a rewarding career as a healthcare professional. Register now. https://lnkd.in/gFNb4erK

Jessie Richards, co-founder and advisory director, and Brooke Muir, executive director, joined the latest episode of the "Business Elevated" podcast to talk about their organization Fight Against Domestic Violence (FADV). The duo highlights how Utah workplaces can better address domestic violence by implementing awareness training, human resources, childcare assistance, and more. https://lnkd.in/g4PtxEzw

The Utah Center for Global Talent & New Americans, previously called the Utah Center for Immigration & Integration, and the Utah Advanced Manufacturing and Materials Initiative joined forces to address gaps in Utah’s workforce. Their new demonstration project will work with advanced manufacturing companies to hire new Americans while providing wrap-around support to ensure their success. Learn more in the Business In Utah magazine. https://lnkd.in/g4mbZdA8

Started Here: Zamboni ??Who caught the Utah Hockey Club debut? You may have seen a Zamboni smoothing out the ice, but did you know that the entrepreneur behind this machine was from Eureka, Utah? Frank J. Zamboni invented the Zamboni ice resurfacer in 1949, revolutionizing the way ice is maintained. The Zamboni story is a masterclass on innovation, resourcefulness, and perseverance. For entrepreneurs, it highlights the power of turning a small-scale problem into a global brand and family legacy. Read more about how Utah’s hockey heritage meets Zamboni’s innovation: https://lnkd.in/guW4CzKv If you’re ready to get started on your own innovation, Utah is here to help ?? startup.utah.gov

Wasatch Ionics LLC, a leading innovator in advanced battery technology, has been awarded an SBIR grant from the U.S. Army. The company is conducting a project to develop high energy density reserve lithium-oxygen batteries, representing a significant developmental step in next-generation energy storage solutions for military applications. GOEO's Utah Innovation Center provides free assistance to local companies pursuing federal funding opportunities with the SBIR and STTR programs. https://lnkd.in/gyFqRm8s

Congratulations to Strider Technologies on receiving a state tax incentive today. An innovative Utah-based intelligence company, Strider recently expanded by opening an office in Japan. We’re grateful to Strider for sharing its journey with us during Gov. Cox's trade mission to South Korea and Japan last week, where we explored global growth opportunities for Utah businesses.

Today, GOEO awarded Strider Technologies, a strategic intelligence company, a post-performance tax reduction for its expansion in Salt Lake County. The corporate incentive is part of the state’s EDTIF program. As part of the agreement, Strider projects adding 152 new, high-paying jobs and investing in Utah over the next five years. https://lnkd.in/gHUk-USZ

Today we announced Operation Gigawatt to build a future of abundant energy in Utah. Our allies shouldn’t have to rely on our adversaries for energy production — Operation Gigawatt will bring power back home. https://lnkd.in/g_hwNUk2

We are at the One Utah Summit at Southern Utah University in Cedar City! Brad Edison Bonham updated the Summit about what's happened since the launch of the Startup State Initiative and the future of the program. Visit our booth to learn more about how Utah can help you start a business. startup.utah.gov

In Utah’s economic landscape, small businesses play a pivotal role in sustaining and propelling the growth of targeted industries. DiscGenics is one of many life sciences companies that support innovation, job creation, and a diverse economy in Utah. Read more in the Business In Utah magazine. https://lnkd.in/gZCYe4TC