What is “What’s Up Down South”?

Southern Utah Economic Alliance proudly presents the “What’s Up Down South” Economic Summit. This annual event is designed to provide business and community leaders with the latest economic insights for planning in the year ahead. The summit includes keynote speakers, skill-based workshops, and endless networking opportunities. With its focus on regional economic trends and strategic business planning, the summit plays a key role in shaping the economic landscape of Southern Utah.

2025 Summit Schedule

Time Description

07:00 am

Summit registration, buffet breakfast
08:00 am  Pledge of Allegiance
08:05 am Welcome
08:15 am Keynote: Deidre Henderson, Lieutenant Governor of Utah
08:35 am Keynote: Phil Dean, Chief Economist for Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute – Economic Outlook for 2025
09:10 am Keynote: Tyler Wilkinson
09:45 am Break
09:55 am Keynote: Zach Renstrom, General Manager, Washington County Water Conservancy District – Water Update
10:05 am Keynote: Daniel Burrus – Anticipatory Leadership: Using Hard Trends to Accelerate Innovation and Growth
10:50 am Break
11:00 am Breakout Session 1
11:45 am Break
12:00 pm Breakout Session 2
12:45 pm Lunch
01:15 pm What’s Up Down South Video Presentation
01:30 pm Keynote: Daniel Burrus – Profiting From AI In Your Organization Now – And What Not To Do

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