Economic Development | Layton City Economic Development

Layton City Designated as Development Ready Community

The Economic Development Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah) recently announced Layton City as one of seven communities to earn its Development Ready Community (DRC) Certification. EDCUtah selected the following Utah communities for this notable designation: Cache County, Layton City, Ogden City, Spanish Fork City, Tooele City, Salt Lake County, and Washington City. The DRC initiative provides […]

Upcoming Virtual Apprenticeship and Job Fair is November 18

Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News | Apprenticeship, job-seekers, Utah Department of Workforce Services, Virtual Job Fair

The Utah Department of Workforce Services invites job-seekers to meet with interested employers that are hiring now. Participating employers are from around the state and represent a wide variety of exciting industries. Better yet, you can join the job fair from the comfort of your own home. To register, go to jobs.utah.gov. Click ‘Sign in’ […]

Nominate Your Business for the Community Favorite Business Awards

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News | Community Favorite Business Awards, Davis County, First Community Bank, marketing package

Do you own your own business, or do you have a favorite business partner you work with? First Community Bank invites you to nominate your business or another to be recognized in the 2022 Community Favorite Business Awards. Recognition will be given to businesses that go the extra mile to build their communities in meaningful […]

Utah’s Economy Shows Strength, Despite Challenges in Other States

Economic Development, Economic News | economic recovery, job growth, Layton's Economy, Roadmap to Prosperity, unemployment, Utah’s Economy

Utah’s economic recovery continues to be one of the best in the nation, with two bright spots in construction and professional and business services, according to the most recent Roadmap to Prosperity Dashboard report for October. The report highlights Utah’s job growth, a dip in consumer confidence and a jobless claim rate actually below 2019 […]

Layton City Announces October Small Business Seminar

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News | Attracting Employees, human resources, Retaining Employees, Small Business Seminar, workforce development

“Attracting and Retaining Employees” is the topic of Layton City’s October 2021 Small Business Seminar, slated for October 28 from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. The city’s Community and Economic Development department continues this popular business education series in less than two weeks, featuring Darren Rogers with the Utah Department of Workforce Services. The Wall […]

National Rankings Spotlight Strong Utah Economy

Economic Development, Economic News | Best Economic Outlook, business growth, Economic Development, Layton City economy, Utah economy

In spite of difficulties brought on by the COVID pandemic, the outlook for Utah’s economy is bright. As national economic reports are coming in after the pandemic, Utah is still recognized as one of the strongest economies in the country. The Beehive state is still one of the best places to do business. Utah has […]