Business Expansion and Relocation
EDCUtah's Business Development team offers a wide range of business retention, relocation, and expansion services for companies considering Utah. We aim to provide a one-stop shop for expanding businesses and site selection teams. EDCUtah's corporate expansion services are free to all clients.
Our Team
EDCUtah’s Business Development team can connect you to:
- Utah economic data
- Custom research requests
- Site visit coordination
- Incentives and financing options
- Referrals to private-sector service providers
- Resources to support your Utah operations
Click or tap a team member’s photo to access their contact information and industry specialties.
Erin Farr
As Vice President of Business Development, Erin oversees all business recruitment projects and manages a team dedicated to catalyzing capital investment and creating quality jobs in Utah. She drives strategic initiatives, secures new business opportunities, and maintains strong client relationships. Erin has been instrumental in helping companies expand within or to Utah, adding more than 18,000 jobs to the economy. Prior to EDCUtah, she worked as a management consultant in Washington, D.C.
Jared Stewart
Jared oversees recruitment and expansion efforts across the energy, data center, and manufacturing sectors. Before joining EDCUtah, Jared worked for 8 years as a municipal economic development director and urban planner. He built and led comprehensive economic development efforts at both the city and county levels. Outside of work, Jared enjoys cycling, skiing, rock climbing, and reading. He volunteers on the Salt Lake City Historic Landmark Commission and admires architecture.
Rex Buys
As an EDCUtah business development manager, Rex oversees life science and healthcare projects. Prior to EDCUtah, he successfully created and exited his own business and worked in commercial real estate development. While at Brigham Young University, Rex was part of the Marriott School Student Council, Real Estate Association, and Ballard Center Social Venture Academy. Rex loves classic rock and exploring Utah's natural scenery through rock climbing, canyoneering, and camping.
Spencer Layton
Spencer oversees corporate recruitment and expansion in the manufacturing industries. Prior to joining the business development team, Spencer worked in the financial services industry. Spencer graduated from Ensign College with a BS in Finance with certificates in Accounting, Business Analytics, and Business Management. Spencer enjoys spending time with his wife, playing sports, watching Utah football, being outdoors, and being with friends.
Resources
EDCUtah’s Site Ready Utah program addresses the needs of expansion projects for timely and precise data on larger properties across the state.
Like many of our partner organizations and clients, we believe that for Utah to achieve its full economic potential all aspiring Utahns need to feel welcomed, to belong, and to contribute at their highest level. Check out important statements such as the Utah Compact, as well as case studies on companies in Utah with robust Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs.
