Utah State Chamber Winter Conference 2020
Join us for our annual Utah State Chamber Winter Conference in Salt Lake City on February 27 & 28, 2020!
Hit the ground running from day one. Join us for this unique experience and become more informed on state government processes, discuss current policy and business issues, meet top legislators and hear from government and business leaders.
On day two, dig in deep with discussions on issues that really matter to chamber executives and board members. During each session, leaders will provide takeaways that you can begin using immediately at your own chamber.
The opportunity to network and build relationships with other chamber leadership is unmatched. These connections have resulted in more chamber-to-chamber collaboration, resources for boards and staff, friendships and a united business voice.
You have the option to attend both days or only one.
2-Day Attendance:
Members: $90
Non-Members: $110
1-Day Attendance:
Members: $50
Non-Members: $75
Last year, over 45 chambers participated. Don't miss out. Register today!
AGENDA
Purpose of Conference and Chambers Day on the Hill:
- Learn new professional tools
- Build camaraderie
- Provide access to legislators
Parking
- Thursday meetings are on Capitol Hill. You are welcome to park in the Salt Lake Chamber parking lot (175 East 400 South). Take a ticket and proceed to the parking lot. Then take the UTA 500 bus to Capitol Hill. The bus stop is on the east side of State Street and 400 South. We will validate your parking. There is limited parking on Capitol Hill.
- Friday meetings are in the Salt Lake Chamber offices ? park in the Salt Lake Chamber lot west of our building. (175 East 400 South, Suite 600. Enter the lot heading west on 400 South. Take a ticket and go through the yellow arm to the lot.)
DAY ONE ? Chamber Day on the Hill
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27 | CAPITOL HILL | Capitol Board Room | Second Floor
10:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions
Angie Osguthorpe, Vice Chair
Introductions. What is new at your chamber?
10:30 a.m. Business Watch LIVE, Jacey Skinner, VP Public Policy and
Government Affairs. View Policy Guide here.
Overview of the hottest issues on Utah?s Capitol Hill and what
to watch for.
11:00 a.m. Federal Delegation State Directors Panel
Robert Axom (Sen. Lee)
Adam Gardiner (Sen. Romney)
Tiffany Clason (Cong. McAdams)
Lorie Fowlke (Cong. Curtis)
Gary Webster, (Cong. Stewart)
Facilitator, Derek Miller, Salt Lake Chamber
11:30 a.m. Message from the Governor?s Office
12:00 p.m. Lunch
12:15 p.m. U.S. Chamber Report, Jennings Imel
12:30 p.m. Mental Health in the Workplace, Max Backlund, Utah
Community Builders
1:00 p.m. EDCUtah Update, Theresa Foxley, President
1:30 p.m. The Role of a Lobbyist, Josh Brown, Rio Tinto
Learn from some of the best what it takes to be a lobbyist in Utah and why a good lobbyist is critical to moving issues forward.
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Current topic discussions with Utah Legislators
Based on the hottest issues of the session, key legislators will be invited in to share updates.
3:10 p.m. Inland Port - Jack Hedge, Ginger Chinn
3:30 p.m. Governor's Office of Economic Development Update, Val Hale,
Director
4:00 p.m. World Trade Center Utah Update - Miles Hansen, President
4:30 p.m. Meetings adjourn
5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Legislative Reception in the Capitol Rotunda
Invite your legislator to meet you at the reception.
DAY TWO
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28 | SALT LAKE CHAMBER OFFICES ? 175 E 400 S, STE. 600
7:30 a.m. Breakfast buffet, networking
8:00 a.m. Welcome
Announcements:
8:05 a.m. Business Portal update, James Hudgins, State of Utah
8:15 a.m. Media Training 101, Bill Nixon, Policy Impact
9:15 a.m. Breakout Sessions
Three Chamber-to-Chamber Discussions
1. General discussion on issues and challenges for chamber executives who are new to their role at their chamber
Facilitators: Barbara Riddle, Chamber West
2. Issues and challenges facing chambers with 2 or fewer staff
members.
Facilitators: Gary Birdsall, South Salt Lake
3. Issues and challenges facing chambers with 3 + staff members
Facilitators: Angie Osguthorpe, Davis County
10:00 a.m. Break
10:10 a.m. Engaging your Board and Volunteers
Christy Tribe, President, Junior Achievement
10:45 - 11:30 p.m. Breakout sessions based on topic
1.Building and managing your Budget
Dan Brimhall, CFO, Salt Lake Chamber
2.Creating a unique value proposition
Jaime Andrus, Logan Chamber
3.Taking your networking events to the next level.
Monica Holdaway, Box Elder Chamber
Stephanie Wright, Murray Chamber
11:30 - 11:40 a.m. IOM Graduates
Josh Walker, American Fork Chamber
Kristina Wesemann, American Fork Chamber
Chamber to Chamber Networking Lunch
12:00 p.m. Networking Lunch
1:00 p.m. Jason Perry, Vice President for Government Relations and
the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.
1:30 p.m. Salt Lake International Airport Tour
(Drive your own vehicle and park.)
2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Tour of Salt Lake International Airport
UPCOMING EVENTS
Utah State Chamber Summer Conference
July 30, 31 - Davis County
U.S. Chamber Small Business Series
June 16, 2020
Alumni House, University of Utah
For more information visit utahstatechamber.com
Date and Time
Thursday Feb 27, 2020 Friday Feb 28, 2020
Fees/Admission
2-Day Attendance:
Members: $90
Non-Members: $110
1-Day Attendance:
Members: $50
Non-Members: $75
Registration deadline is February 21, 2020
Lunch is provided on Feb. 27 and heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served that evening at the Legislative Reception
Breakfast and lunch are provided on Feb. 28
Questions? Please contact Maria Loftis at mloftis@slchamber.com or 801.328.5047
Contact Information
Maria Loftis
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