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Davis Tech Spring 2026 Career Fair Just Around the Corner

Looking for a new career? Be sure to visit the Davis Technical College Spring 2026 Career Fair on Wednesday, March 11. Employers will be in attendance and ready to hire. Bring your resumé and be prepared to discuss several job opportunities. Need some help to get started? Attend the “Tips for Career Fair Success” workshop […]

Utah Ranked No. 2 by WalletHub as Best State to Start a Business

Economic Development, Economic News | accessible financing, available financing, economic resilience, educated workforce, low corporate tax rates, Reasonable real estate costs, tech-savvy ecosystem, Utah businesses, WalletHub

There is never a better time to launch a venture in Utah. According to a 2026 study by WalletHub, Utah ranks as the No. 2 best state to start a business, distinguished by its economic resilience, accessible financing, and a tech-savvy ecosystem that fuels innovation. Startup Challenges While the entrepreneurial spirit is strong, the statistics […]

Unlock Air Force Readiness SASPO-Hill Air Force Base Industry Day

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | Hill Air Force Base Industry Day, SASPO, Strategic Alternate Sourcing Program Office, supply chain, Tinker Air Force Base, WSU Davis

Hosted by Weber State University Davis Campus (Layton City) The Strategic Alternate Sourcing Program Office (SASPO) from Tinker Air Force Base is coming to town for a critical engagement designed to energize the local Defense Industrial Base. This isn’t just an informational briefing; it’s your direct pathway to contributing to national security. Join the exciting […]

Now is the Ideal Time for Aerospace Job Seekers

Business Resources and Information, Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | 47G Careers Job Search, aerospace market, aerospace sector, Job postings, prime defense contractors, startups

This month is a strong period for job searching in the aerospace sector, due to a combination of robust industry growth, persistent talent shortages, and typical end-of-year/end-of-quarter hiring dynamics. The 47G Careers/Job Search website is here to help with the aerospace and defense experiencing sustained expansion late in the year. Commercial aviation has recovered from […]

Utah’s Upcoming Statewide Virtual Job Fair Targets Job Seekers

Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | employers, job fair, job-seekers, Utah jobs, Virtual Job Fair

While virtual job fairs lack some in-person energy, the efficiency and reach of Utah’s upcoming Statewide Virtual Job Fair on January 8, 2026, definitely makes the time invested worthwhile. If you’re actively job hunting (or even exploring), the potential for direct employer interactions promises to outweigh your time spent. Many past participants report meaningful connections […]

Utah Earns Nation’s Top Social Capital Index Score

Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News | community life, economic stability, effective governance, family health, public health, social capital, Social Capital Index score, social trust, Utah, Utah Foundation’s Social Capital Index

In 2025, Utah once again claimed the nation’s highest Social Capital Index score and has remained among the top-performing states for the past 12 years. The Utah Foundation’s Social Capital Index measures how well a state fosters “social capital”—the networks of relationships and trust that allow individuals and communities to thrive together. Utah excels largely […]