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Joining the Davis Chamber of Commerce is more than a membership; it’s a strategic investment in the success of your business. As a member, you gain access to a myriad of awesome benefits designed to elevate your business to new heights. Networking opportunities abound, providing you with the chance to connect with like-minded professionals, build valuable relationships, and expand your business reach. Our events and programs are carefully curated to provide educational resources, insights from industry experts, and the latest trends to keep you ahead of the curve.
Upcoming
Chamber Events
Date and Time
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM MDT
11:30 - Registration
12:00 - Lunch
Fees/Admission
$25 Chamber Members
$35 Guests
Description
Join us for an interesting and exciting update on the future of northern Utah's business sector from Chris Roybal, President of Northern Utah Economic Alliance (NUEA). He will speak concerning NUEA's joint venture with Davis and Weber Counties to promote quality job growth and increase investment in the region.
Thank you to our sponsor, Management & Training Corporation!
About our speaker:
Chris Roybal has over 25 years of experience in executive management, consulting, and economic development. Currently, he is the president of the Northern Utah Economic Alliance, a regional economic development marketing partnership to promote economic growth in northern Utah. Chris was the president & COO of Northwest Research Corporation for over 10 years, a shipping services vendor for a Fortune 100 company. Northwest employed over 400 people in Salt Lake City, Memphis, and Toronto. Prior to entering the transportation business, Chris spent over 13 years in the economic development business. He held the position of CEO at Economic Development Corporation of Utah, work included: consulting with hundreds of corporations with site selection plans, including advice regarding labor analysis, tax incentives, real estate and other location options. He was Senior Economic Advisor to Governor Huntsman, he co-wrote and implemented the governor’s economic plan, including: international trade, tourism, recruitment, incentives, and workforce development, among others. Chris also spent over 4 years as a senior business analyst for venture capital investments and management consulting. Market research, business plan evaluations and other investment due diligence were among his areas of concentration. Chris holds a B.S. Degree in Geophysics from the University of Utah, and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from UCLA.