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New Report: Utah's Booming Life Sciences Industry an Economic Powerhouse

While the success of Utah's booming high-tech sector has dominated headlines the past few years, a new report reveals the state's life sciences industry has been creating its own heavy-hitters, making enormous contributions to Utah's economy while flying mostly under the radar.

How Utah’s Transportation Agencies Have Helped Utah’s Economy Flourish

The French historian, Alexis de Tocqueville, visited the United States in 1831 and noticed something unique about how Americans worked together.

Fox File #71 "The O Zone"

The Fox Files is a weekly message from EDCUtah President & CEO Theresa Foxley.

Utah’s Inland Port Will Bring Commerce To Utah

The inland port designation, combined with a currently-under-renovation international airport, is poised to create a new concentration of logistics and e-commerce businesses in the state.

10 Reasons To Live (The Dream) In Park City, Utah

"Quality of life." That's the short answer to why we moved from Los Angeles to Park City, Utah, in 2016.

Utah County, Home of Silicon Slopes, Ranks #2 Among Nation’s Counties for Job Growth, #6 for Wage Increases

Utah County ranks No. 2 in the nation for job growth—with an increase of more than three times the national rate, new federal data show. It also ranked No. 6 for wage increases.

Utah Aerospace Industry on Display at Farnborough Airshow

One of the world’s largest aerospace industry events, the Farnborough International Airshow, wrapped up at the end of July with skies full of contrails and impressive aerial displays.

Utah Business Names "Fast 50"

Utah Business released its annual "Fast 50" list of the state's fastest-growing companies, which celebates their entrepreneurial spirit, innovative business tactics, and skyrocketing revenue growth. Congratulations to this year's winners!  

U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $1.8M in Provo Infrastructure

The U.S. Department of Commerce invested $1.8 million for roadway and utility infrastructure needed to support business expansion in Provo, Utah.

Utah Startup Ranked Fastest-Growing in State the Same Day it Opens New Headquarters

In a serendipitous move, Lehi-based tech startup Podium opened brand-new headquarters the same day it was ranked the fastest-growing company in Utah on the Inc. 5000 list. Podium, a cloud-based software company that helps businesses collect and manage online reviews, was born in the attic of a Provo bike shop in 2014. Nearly four years later, it’s ranked No. 13 on Inc. 5000's 2018 list of fastest-growing companies in the nation and No. 1 in Utah.