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University of Utah and BYU: Highest Likelihood of Making Unicorns

Economic Development, Economic News | $1 billion valuation, Brigham Young University, Professor Ilya A. Strebulaev, Stanford Graduate School of Business, Unicorn-versities, Unicorns, University of Utah

The (#1) University of Utah and (#11) Brigham Young University (BYU) were recently listed in the “Universities with highest likelihood of unicorns” rankings among all major universities in the U.S. by Professor Ilya A. Strebulaev, Stanford Graduate School of Business. These are elite universities that produce entrepreneurs who successfully build and scale a privately held […]

Reimbursement for Company Training from Business Resource Center

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News | Business Resource Center, Company Training Reimbursement, Custom Fit funding, Davis Technical College, improve leadership, soft skills, technical trades

In today’s fast-moving economy, staying competitive means continually investing in your biggest asset: your employees. That’s where Custom Fit comes in: a state-legislated funding program designed to help local businesses offset the cost of workforce development. Through this program, administered through the Business Resource Center at Davis Technical College, your business can be reimbursed for […]

Mastering the 2026 Market: Layton Businesses Up Sales Strategies

Business Resources and Information, Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News | Consultive Sales Group, entrepreneurial community, First Community Bank, Gary Baker, Layton City, modern sales approach, sales strategies, Small Business Seminar

Last week, Layton’s local entrepreneurial community gathered for a high-impact seminar designed to redefine the modern sales approach. The session, “From Product Pitch to Profit: High-Level Sales Strategies,” featured Gary Baker, President of Consultive Sales Group, who provided a roadmap for navigating today’s complex business environment. Shifting the Standard: From Features to Solutions The core […]

Join the “Made in America” Small Business Expo

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News | Business Networking, Davis Technical College, Federal Resources, Made in America, Senator John Curtis, Small Business Expo

Local entrepreneurs, manufacturers, and small business owners are invited to attend Senator John Curtis’ Small Business Expo, Made in America. This free event takes place at Davis Technical College: Where: Davis Technical College, 550 E 300 S, Kaysville, Utah 84037 Date: Monday, May 11, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Why Attend? This […]

Stop Pitching, Start Closing: Elevate Your Sales Strategy

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News | consultative selling, Consultive Sales Group, entrepreneurs, Gary Baker, High-Level Sales Strategies, sales team, Small Business Seminar

As a local business leader, you know that the “hard sell” doesn’t work like it used to. In 2026, customers are more informed, and more skeptical, than ever. It’s time to stop listing features and start delivering solutions. Layton City’s Community & Economic Development department invites you to a high-impact Small Business Seminar: “From Product […]

Utah Once Again Earns No. 1 Ranking for Economic Outlook

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News | ALEC-Laffer Ranking, American Legislative Exchange Council, economic freedom, low taxes, State Economic Competitiveness Index, Utah Economic Outlook

For the 19th consecutive year, Utah has secured the number one spot for Economic Outlook in the latest Rich States, Poor States report. Published annually by the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), the 2026 edition of the State Economic Competitiveness Index highlights Utah’s consistent dominance in fiscal policy and growth potential. The ALEC-Laffer Ranking The […]