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Every day we get to work with some of the top companies and site selectors in the world. Here are a few who recently said “Yes” to a Utah expansion.

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Recent News

Here’s a recap of economic news from Utah, including original-content interviews with EDCUtah investors, clients, and partners.

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Ya YA Foods to bring hundreds of jobs to Utah

Ya YA Foods to bring hundreds of jobs to Utah

November 9, 2023

Ya YA Foods plans to bring up to 302 new high-paying jobs and invest $92 million in Utah during the next 10 years.

Project Wins
FY 23-24 Wins
FDI
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Utah's Business Incentives Program Shows Strong ROI

Utah's Business Incentives Program Shows Strong ROI

October 24, 2023

A third-party accounting firm assessed Utah’s business tax incentive programs. The results are impressive.

Prosperity Post
Industry Interviews
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Kent Outdoors to Relocate Headquarters to Summit County

Kent Outdoors to Relocate Headquarters to Summit County

October 4, 2023

Kent Outdoors plans to bring up to 84 new high-paying jobs in rural Utah during the next 5 years.

Outdoor Products & Recreation
FY 23-24 Wins
Project Wins
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C&J Specialties to Expand Production in Sanpete County

C&J Specialties to Expand Production in Sanpete County

October 4, 2023

C&J plans to bring up to 190 new high-paying jobs and invest $1.6 million in rural Utah during the next 20 years.

Manufacturing & Distribution
FY 23-24 Wins
Project Wins
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EDCUtah Welcomes Four New Staff Members

EDCUtah Welcomes Four New Staff Members

October 3, 2023

Meet the new members of our team!

EDCUtah News
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EDCUtah Announces Judd Cook as New Board Chair

EDCUtah Announces Judd Cook as New Board Chair

September 21, 2023

Five new members also join the board of trustees.

EDCUtah News
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EDCUtah Announces FY 2023 Economic Development Successes and Award Winners

EDCUtah Announces FY 2023 Economic Development Successes and Award Winners

September 25, 2023

Nick Duerksen, The Price Family, and Zions Bank recognized for their leadership in economic development

Prosperity Post
EDCUtah News
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Utah-based EZARC Solutions to Expand in Utah County

Utah-based EZARC Solutions to Expand in Utah County

September 14, 2023

The company plans to bring up to 75 new high-paying jobs and invest $4.5 million in Utah County during the next 5 years.

FY 23-24 Wins
Manufacturing & Distribution
Utah County
Project Wins
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Thales Expanding in Salt Lake City

Thales Expanding in Salt Lake City

September 14, 2023

Thales plans to bring up to 54 new high-paying jobs and invest $21 million in Salt Lake City during the next 10 years.

FY 23-24 Wins
Aerospace & Defense
Salt Lake City
Project Wins
FDI
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Fintech in Utah: A Conversation with the Stena Center for Financial Technology

Fintech in Utah: A Conversation with the Stena Center for Financial Technology

August 25, 2023

A new center at the University of Utah connects education and industry to accelerate financial and technological innovation.

Prosperity Post
Financial Services
Fintech
Information Technology & Software
Industry Interviews
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Lakeshore Makes a Splash with Box Elder County Expansion

Lakeshore Makes a Splash with Box Elder County Expansion

August 16, 2023

Lakeshore Learning plans to bring 540 new high-paying jobs and invest $62 million in Box Elder County during the next 10 years.

FY 23-24 Wins
Box Elder County
Project Wins
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Empowering Connections: Gabb Wireless Extends Reach with Lehi Expansion

Empowering Connections: Gabb Wireless Extends Reach with Lehi Expansion

August 16, 2023

Utah-based company Gabb Wireless plans to bring up to 700 high-paying jobs to Lehi City in the next 10 years.

FY 23-24 Wins
Lehi City
Project Wins
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Data Mastery in Utah: OmniTeq Relocates HQ to Utah's Falcon Hill

Data Mastery in Utah: OmniTeq Relocates HQ to Utah's Falcon Hill

August 16, 2023

OmniTeq’s relocation to Utah is poised to create thousands of high-paying jobs in the state’s thriving tech landscape.

FY 23-24 Wins
Project Wins
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Ferro Concepts Elevates Tactical Solutions in Ogden, Utah

Ferro Concepts Elevates Tactical Solutions in Ogden, Utah

July 31, 2023

Ferro Concepts is elevating tactical solutions by unveiling its new headquarters in Ogden, Utah, bringing top-tier military and law enforcements agencies under one roof to better serve end-users with distinct, user-specific solutions.

Project Wins
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Delta's Investment in Salt Lake City Breaks Ground on New Multimillion Dollar Pilot Facility

Delta's Investment in Salt Lake City Breaks Ground on New Multimillion Dollar Pilot Facility

July 31, 2023

Located next to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), this 47,000-square-foot facility marks the next chapter of Delta’s investment in its employees and customers in Utah.

Headquarters
FY 23-24 Wins
Salt Lake City
Project Wins
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The Growth Conversation at the Local Level

The Growth Conversation at the Local Level

July 26, 2023

Four EDUtah member communities share tips for talking about growth with their constituents and planning for the future.

Prosperity Post
Guiding Our Growth
Community Strategy
Brigham City
west-jordan
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General Atomics - CCRi Software Program Takes Flight in Utah

General Atomics - CCRi Software Program Takes Flight in Utah

June 29, 2023

The company plans to expand its Utah presence and add up to 50 new jobs.

Information Technology & Software
Aerospace & Defense
Lehi City
FY 22-23 Wins
Project Wins
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“Graduation Day” for the Center for Economic Opportunity and Belonging

“Graduation Day” for the Center for Economic Opportunity and Belonging

June 21, 2023

The Center expands its mission to address gaps in economic opportunity, education, health, and housing in Utah.

Belong in Utah
CEOB
Diversity in Utah
Prosperity Post
EDCUtah News
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Ares Strategic Mining Announces Expansion to Rural Utah

Ares Strategic Mining Announces Expansion to Rural Utah

June 22, 2023

The company plans to bring $19 million in capital investment and up to 40 new jobs to Millard County.

Energy & Natural Resources
FY 22-23 Wins
Project Wins
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EDCUtah welcomes Val Hale as Community Ambassador

EDCUtah welcomes Val Hale as Community Ambassador

June 20, 2023

In this role, Val will support EDCUtah’s community relationships and champion EDCUtah’s pivot to prosperity.

Community Strategy
EDCUtah News
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Central States Manufacturing Galvanizes Job Growth in Tooele City

Central States Manufacturing Galvanizes Job Growth in Tooele City

June 8, 2023

Central States Manufacturing, Inc. plans to bring up to 150 new jobs and $30 million in capital expenditure to Tooele, Utah, during the next five years. Up to 90 of the new jobs are eligible for Utah's economic development tax increment financing (EDTIF) program.

Manufacturing & Distribution
FY 22-23 Wins
Project Wins
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Utah Receives Area Development Silver Shovel Award

Utah Receives Area Development Silver Shovel Award

June 8, 2023

Utah has been recognized by Area Development 13 out of the last 16 years.

awards
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Blue Diamond’s Ogden Facility Lays a Path for Western Growth

Blue Diamond’s Ogden Facility Lays a Path for Western Growth

June 1, 2023

Blue Diamond plans to bring up to 92 new jobs and $30 million in capital expenditure to Ogden, Utah.

FY 22-23 Wins
Manufacturing & Distribution
ogden
Weber County
Project Wins
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Fidelity Chooses to Invest in Salt Lake City

Fidelity Chooses to Invest in Salt Lake City

June 1, 2023

The company announced plans to hire up to 300 new employees in Utah in the coming months.

FY 22-23 Wins
Financial Services
Project Wins
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Celebrating Growth on the EDCUtah Team

Celebrating Growth on the EDCUtah Team

May 30, 2023

Several employees take on new roles and responsibilities that will elevate EDCUtah's services.

EDCUtah News
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