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Fifth Annual Utah Global Forum Attracts Local Business Leaders and International Partners
Salt Lake City (Nov. 8, 2018) – Presented by Gov. Gary R. Herbert, the annual Utah Global Forum on Nov. 8, 2018, convened national experts, diplomats from Utah’s largest international trade markets and more than 400 Utah business leaders to discuss the opportunities and challenges for Utah to increase its global trade and investment. Now in its fifth year, the forum [...]
Newsletter – November 2, 2018
President's Message In early October we conducted a productive trade mission to Shanghai and Beijing, which we have highlighted in the Market Focus section of this newsletter. Now we are looking forward to the Utah Global Forum, which takes place Nov. 8 at the Grand America Hotel. There are still [...]
WTC Utah-Led Business Delegation to China Strengthens Economic and Cultural Ties
World Trade Center Utah (WTC Utah) led Utah government and business leaders on a trade mission to Shanghai and Beijing last week to broaden and strengthen the Utah-China trade relationship.
Utah Global Forum Announces Keynote Speaker Ben Stein
Salt Lake City – Ben Stein, known for his economic lessons on and off-screen, will be the keynote speaker at the 2018 Utah Global Forum hosted by Gov. Gary R. Herbert. The event, which is a joint effort between World Trade Center Utah (WTC Utah), the Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED) and the Salt Lake Chamber, will take place on Nov. 8 at the Grand America Hotel.
Newsletter – October 9, 2018
President's Message President’s Message As I become immersed in the Utah culture of collaboration and cooperation, I am continually impressed by the forward-thinking leadership we have across so many government, business and private organizations across the state. As we look forward, a thought that is frequently on my mind is [...]
Utah Businesses Tentatively Optimistic After New NAFTA Revision
On September 30th, the U.S., Canada and Mexico finalized a long-awaited trade deal that will replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Assuming it is approved by the legislatures in the three countries, the new deal—called the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)—will govern trade in North America beginning in 2020.
Gov. Herbert Joins Taiwan and South Korea Trade Mission to Boost International Trade and Investment
Taiwan and South Korea are Utah’s 6th and 11th largest export destinations, respectively, and offer opportunities for companies interested in expanding their business in Asia. The governor will attend foreign direct investment meetings and visit with government officials.
Utah Receives $300,000 STEP Grant to Increase Small Business Exports
Salt Lake City – World Trade Center Utah (WTC Utah) has been awarded $300,000 through the State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) which is funded in part through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration to provide grants to local small businesses. The purpose of the STEP Grant is to increase the number of small businesses that are exporting and help [...]
WTC Utah Commemorates Sept. 11 with Day of Service and Remembrance
World Trade Center Utah (WTC Utah) participated in the Sept. 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance by volunteering at the Utah Food Bank.
Commentary: From soybeans to supply chains — here’s how the trade dispute affects all of Utah
By Miles Hansen | For The Tribune Published September 2, 2018 As one of Utah’s newest residents, I am energized by the hive of activity here in the Beehive State. Thanks to Gov. Gary Herbert’s leadership and the ingenuity of Utah’s business leaders and workforce, Utah’s economy is prospering with record low unemployment, rapidly rising wages and one of [...]