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Every day we get to work with some of the top companies and site selectors in the world. Here are a few who recently said “Yes” to a Utah expansion.

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Recent News

Here’s a recap of economic news from Utah, including original-content interviews with EDCUtah investors, clients, and partners.

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Precision Hermetic Technology relocates to Ogden City

Precision Hermetic Technology relocates to Ogden City

July 11, 2024

Precision Hermetic Technology announced plans to expands to Weber County bringing 210 new jobs in 10 years.

FY 24-25 Wins
Project Wins
Manufacturing & Distribution
Weber County
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EDCUtah and Salt Lake Chamber announce combination to drive Utah’s business community forward

EDCUtah and Salt Lake Chamber announce combination to drive Utah’s business community forward

July 9, 2024

EDCUtah will continue to operate as Utah’s primary point of contact for site selectors and corporate decision-makers, offering quality business expansion and relocation services. This combination demonstrates the commitment of Utah's business community and municipal leaders to driving economic prosperity statewide.

EDCUtah News
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Edwards Lifesciences to bring over 500 jobs to Utah

Edwards Lifesciences to bring over 500 jobs to Utah

July 11, 2024

Edwards Lifesciences to bring over 500 jobs to Utah bringing 560 new jobs in 15 years.

FY 24-25 Wins
Life Sciences
Project Wins
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Texas Instruments Expansion Recognized as “Project of the Year” by Area Development

Texas Instruments Expansion Recognized as “Project of the Year” by Area Development

June 25, 2024

Utah also received its 14th Shovel Award for its success in job creation and economic impact. 

EDCUtah News
awards
Economic Development
Manufacturing & Distribution
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Prosperity Post: How Recent Changes to Federal Employment Law Could Impact Utah Employers

Prosperity Post: How Recent Changes to Federal Employment Law Could Impact Utah Employers

June 25, 2024

Non-competes, sexual harassment, worker’s rights, overtime pay, and the use of artificial intelligence in recruiting and screening job candidates. What do they all have in common? They’re the subjects of new regulatory language from federal agencies.

Prosperity Post
Occupational Saftey
Workplace Health & Wellness
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Bridor to Expand in Brigham City

Bridor to Expand in Brigham City

June 21, 2024

Bridor announced plans to bring 87 new jobs and invest $229 million to Box Elder County in 13 years.

FY 23-24 Wins
Project Wins
Manufacturing & Distribution
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Procter & Gamble Paper Products To Expand in Box Elder County

Procter & Gamble Paper Products To Expand in Box Elder County

February 9, 2023

Procter & Gamble plans to invest $400 million and add at least 100 new jobs in rural Utah during the next 20 years.

Manufacturing & Distribution
Box Elder County
FY 22-23 Wins
Project Wins
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Prosperity Post: Trends in Utah Manufacturing Expansions

Prosperity Post: Trends in Utah Manufacturing Expansions

May 22, 2024

Manufacturing is a consistent and growing anchor of Utah’s economy. Here are the latest trends from manufacturing companies looking to expand in the state.

Prosperity Post
Manufacturing & Distribution
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Research Minute: Why Utah's Economy Makes the Grade

Research Minute: Why Utah's Economy Makes the Grade

May 21, 2024

The outlook for Utah's economy is strong, and national rankings reflect that.

Research Minute
Economic Development
Accolades
Rankings
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Greg Bisping accepts the role of Vice President of Community Strategy

Greg Bisping accepts the role of Vice President of Community Strategy

May 20, 2024

The new role at EDCUtah will continue efforts to enhance EDCUtah’s community investor program.

EDCUtah News
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EDCUtah Match Grant Program Supports Acceler8 Wasatch Week

EDCUtah Match Grant Program Supports Acceler8 Wasatch Week

May 13, 2024

Ogden City is one of 15 Utah communities taking advantage of EDCUtah’s Community Match Grant program in 2024.

Aerospace & Defense
Community Strategy
Match Grant
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Minova to open a new manufacturing facility in Tooele County

Minova to open a new manufacturing facility in Tooele County

May 9, 2024

Minova plans to add 58 new, high-paying jobs and invest $24.5 million in rural Utah during the next 5 years.

FY 23-24 Wins
Project Wins
Tooele County
Manufacturing & Distribution
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Mountain Billy Gun Lab to expand in Heber Valley

Mountain Billy Gun Lab to expand in Heber Valley

May 9, 2024

Mountain Billy Gun Lab plans to add 25 new, high-paying jobs and invest $3 million in rural Utah during the next 5 years.

Project Wins
FY 23-24 Wins
Manufacturing & Distribution
Heber City
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Adobe to expand in Utah

Adobe to expand in Utah

July 13, 2017

Adobe announce plans to bring 1,260 new, high-paying jobs and invest nearly $90 million in Utah.

Project Wins
FY 16-17 Wins
Lehi City
Information Technology & Software
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Prosperity Post: 5 Overlooked Benefits of Economic Development in Utah

Prosperity Post: 5 Overlooked Benefits of Economic Development in Utah

April 19, 2024

EDCUtah’s efforts result in many positive impacts – some less commonly broadcast than others. Here are five benefits of corporate recruitment and retention in a growing economy.

Prosperity Post
Economic Development
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EnergiSpot to grow in Utah County

EnergiSpot to grow in Utah County

April 11, 2024

The electric vehicle charging company is projected to bring 90 new jobs to Utah in 10 years.

FY 23-24 Wins
Project Wins
Solar Energy
Energy & Natural Resources
FDI
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Prosperity Post: Utah and India's Incredible (and Inevitable) Partnerships

Prosperity Post: Utah and India's Incredible (and Inevitable) Partnerships

March 25, 2024

EDCUtah’s Erin Farr shares her perspective on Utah’s recent trade mission to India, with stops in New Dehli, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru.

Prosperity Post
Economic Development
Industry Interviews
FY 23-24 Wins
FDI
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Research Minute: Utah Energy Prices Projected to be Among the Lowest in the Nation

Research Minute: Utah Energy Prices Projected to be Among the Lowest in the Nation

March 20, 2024

In this month’s Research Minute, EDCUtah’s Michael Stachitus discusses energy affordability in Utah. Energy costs are a key component of both business viability and cost of living.

Research Minute
Energy & Natural Resources
Research
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Campbell Soup Company to Expand Richmond Baking Facility

Campbell Soup Company to Expand Richmond Baking Facility

March 14, 2024

Campbell Soup Company plans to add 86 new, high-paying jobs and invest $160 million in rural Utah during the next ten years.

Cache County
FY 23-24 Wins
Project Wins
Food & Beverage
Manufacturing & Distribution
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Unpacking the New Utah Inland Port Authority

Unpacking the New Utah Inland Port Authority

February 28, 2024

Learn how UIPA is making Utah a global industry connector.

Prosperity Post
Manufacturing & Distribution
Advanced Materials
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Research Minute: Utah's Cost of Living

Research Minute: Utah's Cost of Living

February 29, 2024

Olivia Midgley discusses EDCUtah’s participation in a national cost of living index and how Utah measures up.

Research Minute
Cost of Living Index
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Northrop Grumman Projected to Create Over 1,200 jobs in Northern Utah

Northrop Grumman Projected to Create Over 1,200 jobs in Northern Utah

February 12, 2024

Plan to add over 1,200 new, high-paying jobs with a continued investment in Utah during the next 20 years.

FY 23-24 Wins
Project Wins
Aerospace & Defense
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Pattern to Expand its Utah-based Global Headquarters

Pattern to Expand its Utah-based Global Headquarters

February 12, 2024

Leader for e-commerce and marketplace acceleration plans to add more than 500 new jobs over the next 10 years.‍

FY 23-24 Wins
Project Wins
Information Technology & Software
Lehi City
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Perspectives on The Point

Perspectives on The Point

January 29, 2024

Learn what’s next for Utah’s Innovation Community.

Prosperity Post
Information Technology & Software
Life Sciences
Quality of Life
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Research Minute: Updates to Utah's Core Based Statistical Areas

Research Minute: Updates to Utah's Core Based Statistical Areas

January 26, 2024

Utah's population growth is reflected in new boundaries set by the US Census Bureau.

Research
FY 23-24 Wins
Research Minute
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