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Salt Lake City - SIMPLY MAC held a grand opening for its Salt Lake City downtown location on 1435 S. State Street. Simply Mac is a retailer of Apple products, including computers, iPads, iPods, software and accessories. Simpl...
September 1, 2011
Utah’s Financial Institutions Stable and Strong Amidst the Storm
The country’s economic recession has certainly taken a toll on individuals and businesses alike. Companies in Utah haven’t escaped the consequences of the downturn, and the state’s banks and credit unions are no different.
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September 1, 2011
In today’s volatile economy, growth isn’t a word frequently touted throughout the business community. Yet despite the economic ups and downs, many companies in Utah are growing—and they’re growing at phenomenal rates.
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September 1, 2011
Venture Capitalists Hesitant to Get in the Game
When the nation was celebrating the start of a new century in 2000, there were a matching number of venture capital firms operating within the United States. Together, they were providing more than $100 billion to business enterprises, generall...
September 1, 2011
Homeowners Save Money and the Environment with Green Renovations
Home improvements that preserve and protect the environment make sense. They can also make dollars and cents, as homeowners in Utah, and nationwide, have discovered during the recent surge in “green” renovations.
Two years ago, ...
September 1, 2011
A pioneering spirit in the face of economic uncertainty is propelling 2011’s Fast 50 into continued success. At Utah Business, we’ve seen companies forge ahead, using innovation, passion and elbow grease to beat the odds and reach t...
September 1, 2011
Utah’s human resources professionals are proving their worth as companies face mounting issues such as healthcare changes, undocumented worker challenges and compliance issues. Our human resources and staffing experts discussed the challe...
September 1, 2011
Turn Employees into Ambassadors for Your Brand
What is the secret to Disneyland’s magic? It’s not the thrilling rides or spectacular fireworks displays. It’s not even the happy faces of children or a sprinkling of Tinker Bell’s dust. The secret lies with the friendly...
September 1, 2011
Business Meeting Etiquette Important As Ever
Meetings are inevitable in every profession, and the way you conduct yourself in a meeting can create a dramatic reflection of you or your company. Whether it’s a meeting with a client or an internal meeting with colleagues, some simple g...
September 1, 2011
Utah’s Commercial Construction Industry Still Searching for Recovery Signs
The recession may be abating in other business sectors, but Utah’s commercial construction industry is still in a big chill, searching for signs the worst may be over.
“It’s a pretty bleak environment right now,” say...
September 1, 2011
Utah’s Research Universities are Churning out Exciting Technology
From renewable energy sources to the latest in entertainment technology, Utah’s universities have a plethora of interesting research spinning out of their laboratories. The potential for profit has attracted entrepreneurs who are interest...
September 1, 2011
Bringing Spirit to the Classroom and Community
Last season, Taylor Randall could be found cheering in the stands at every U of U home football game. Well, all but one. He made that game up by traveling to the University of Notre Dame for an away game.
Fall 2010 also represented the firs...
September 1, 2011
Building a Global Strategy
Whether he’s selling Clorox, kitty litter or cosmetics, Schiff Nutrition CEO Tarang Amin believes that success in building brands is about inspiring teamwork.
At just 45, Amin comes to Schiff Nutrition after working as general manager...
September 1, 2011
Smoothing Out Cash Flow Ups and Downs
I recently tricked my six-year old into going on Space Mountain. Porter had never been on a roller coaster before. His questions were nonstop and sincere.
“Has anyone ever fallen out? Are there seat belts? What if they break?”
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September 1, 2011
Streamlining a 130-year-old Organization
When Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross in 1881, she had no idea how her organization would spread to every part of the country, becoming the nation’s go-to response team for any type of disaster. Nationally, there are nearly 700...
September 1, 2011
