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Utah’s Statewide Virtual Job Fair: Get Hired Online

Business Resources and Information, Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | job-seekers, military members, Utah Department of Workforce Services, Veterans, Virtual Job Fair

Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Thanks to Utah’s Department of Workforce Services’ upcoming Virtual Job Fair, you can save time and money commuting, interview from your own space/familiar environment, helping you project more confidence. You can also book a specific time, ensuring you get a recruiter’s undivided attention. This […]

Local Entrepreneurs Gain Edge: Layton’s Small Business Seminar

Business Resources and Information, Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News | Cyber Threats, First Community Bank, growth strategies, Layton City’s Small Business Seminar, Master Inflation, Navigate Economic Uncertainty, Secure Financing

On Thursday, February 5, 2026, the Layton City Center transformed into a hub of strategic growth and resilience. The city’s latest quarterly Small Business Seminar, titled “Empower Your Small Business: Master Inflation, Secure Financing, Defend Against Cyber Threats, and Navigate Economic Uncertainty,” provided local business owners with a high-impact roadmap for thriving in a complex […]

Davis Tech Spring 2026 Career Fair Just Around the Corner

Business Resources and Information, Community Development, Economic Development | Davis Technical College, employers, job-seekers, Spring 2026 Career Fair

Looking for a new career? Be sure to visit the Davis Technical College Spring 2026 Career Fair on Wednesday, March 11. Employers will be in attendance and ready to hire. Bring your resumé and be prepared to discuss several job opportunities. Need some help to get started? Attend the “Tips for Career Fair Success” workshop […]

Utah Ranked No. 2 by WalletHub as Best State to Start a Business

Economic Development, Economic News | accessible financing, available financing, economic resilience, educated workforce, low corporate tax rates, Reasonable real estate costs, tech-savvy ecosystem, Utah businesses, WalletHub

There is never a better time to launch a venture in Utah. According to a 2026 study by WalletHub, Utah ranks as the No. 2 best state to start a business, distinguished by its economic resilience, accessible financing, and a tech-savvy ecosystem that fuels innovation. Startup Challenges While the entrepreneurial spirit is strong, the statistics […]

Unlock Air Force Readiness SASPO-Hill Air Force Base Industry Day

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | Hill Air Force Base Industry Day, SASPO, Strategic Alternate Sourcing Program Office, supply chain, Tinker Air Force Base, WSU Davis

Hosted by Weber State University Davis Campus (Layton City) The Strategic Alternate Sourcing Program Office (SASPO) from Tinker Air Force Base is coming to town for a critical engagement designed to energize the local Defense Industrial Base. This isn’t just an informational briefing; it’s your direct pathway to contributing to national security. Join the exciting […]

Now is the Ideal Time for Aerospace Job Seekers

Business Resources and Information, Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | 47G Careers Job Search, aerospace market, aerospace sector, Job postings, prime defense contractors, startups

This month is a strong period for job searching in the aerospace sector, due to a combination of robust industry growth, persistent talent shortages, and typical end-of-year/end-of-quarter hiring dynamics. The 47G Careers/Job Search website is here to help with the aerospace and defense experiencing sustained expansion late in the year. Commercial aviation has recovered from […]