Rural Utah Data Symposium
Purpose
We will focus on Utah’s rural economy using the latest research and data specific to Utah’s rural communities and regions. The symposium includes an overview of the latest economic and demographic trends across rural communities and an examination of rural healthcare, housing, and broadband. Presentations will include what rural communities can do to foster economic growth and development.
Description
The Rural Utah Data Symposium provides leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders with an in-depth understanding of the latest economic research and data pertinent to rural communities in Utah. The symposium features a series of expert-led presentations that explore various critical aspects of rural life, including economic trends, labor market dynamics, healthcare, housing, and broadband access, with the aim of offering comprehensive analysis and actionable insights. This event serves as a platform for discussing challenges, sharing best practices, and fostering collaboration among participants committed to the prosperity of rural Utah.
Date: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Dixie Technical College – Auditorium
610 S Tech Ridge Dr., St. George, UT 84770
Agenda
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| 09:00 am | Introduction & Welcome by Dr. Paul Hill, Extension Professor – Utah State University |
| 09:10 am | State of the Rural Utah Economy & Labor Market by Ben Crabb, Chief Economist – Utah Dept. of Workforce Services |
| 09:50 am | Rural Healthcare by Marc Watterson, Director Primary Care & Rural Health – Utah Dept. of Health & Human Services |
| 10:20 am | Rural Housing by TBD |
| 10:50 am | Rural Mobility by Alana Spendlove, Rural Public Transit Program Manager – Utah Dept. of Transportation (UDOT). Co-Presenters: Chris Hall, UDOT Region 4 Planner; Tracy Young, UTA Grants Director; Scott Buys, Five County AOG Mobility Manager; Lisa White, Zion National Park Transportation Manager; and Christopher Chesnut, UDOT Transit Program Manager |
| 11:20 am | Rural Broadband by Rebecca Dilg, Director – Utah Broadband Center |
| 11:50 am | Rural Wellness by Dr. Courtney Flint, Professor & Director of the Utah Wellbeing Project – Utah State University |
| 12:20 pm | Conclusion |
Sponsor the Symposium
Take this huge opportunity to be in front of businesses and decision-makers by sponsoring the Rural Utah Data Symposium. We have multiple levels of sponsorships available to allow your business to be present for this amazing summit. Please fill out the form below.