Utah APEX Accelerator | Layton City Economic Development

Why Aerospace Contractors are locating to Layton, Utah

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Layton, Utah is directly adjacent to and has historically provided primary access to Hill Air Force Base (Hill AFB), Utah’s largest single-site employer with over 26,000 employees and a $12.76 billion annual economic impact. Hill AFB facilitates seamless partnerships on defense contracts, aircraft maintenance, including the F-35 Lightning II program, and testing at the adjacent […]

Utah APEX Accelerator Event: Prized Networking Opportunities

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The Utah APEX Accelerator Matchmaking Event is just around the corner. This important, no-cost gathering is intended to connect local businesses with government agencies and prime contractors to pursue government contracting opportunities. Set for May 14, 2025, at Union Station, 2501 Wall Avenue, Ogden, Utah, the occasion focuses on accelerating Utah’s government’s industrial base. Organizers […]

Upcoming Contracting Opportunities at Teaming Alliance Roundtable

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The Utah APEX Accelerator recently announced its upcoming Northrop Grumman Strategic Teaming Alliance Roundtable (STAR), set for May 11th at 8:00 am. This is an opportunity for Utah businesses to learn about opportunities with Northrop Grumman, which may include teaming opportunities, subcontracting and networking. Representatives from Hill Air Force Base will also be presenting […]