Focusing On Embracing Understanding & Empowering Our Future

Heber Valley, Utah (April 7, 2025) — The Heber Valley Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Park City Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau, invites business and community leaders to the 2025 Zions Bank Wasatch Back Economic Summit on Tuesday, May 13th, at the illustrious Grand Hyatt Deer Valley. This full-day event, running from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm will feature insightful keynote presentations, expert-led breakout sessions, and invaluable networking opportunities, culminating in a regional mixer to conclude the day’s agenda.  

The summit, held in collaboration with Heber City, Wasatch County, Park City Municipal, and Summit County, will address the most pressing economic and business challenges impacting the Wasatch Back region. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Learn more and purchase tickets here: gohebervalley.com/wasatch-back-economic-summit.

"The Wasatch Back Economic Summit is a vital opportunity for local business and community leaders to come together, gain valuable insights, and collaborate on solutions that shape our economic future," said Dallin Koecher, Executive Director of the Heber Valley Chamber, Tourism, and Economic Development office. "With an exceptional lineup of speakers and engaging discussions, this year’s event promises to deliver meaningful takeaways for businesses of all sizes."

Keynote Speakers:

• Morning Keynote: Rob Hetrick, Senior Labor Economist at Lightcast and author of The Demographic Drought and The Rising Storm, will discuss the nation’s looming labor shortage and strategies for businesses to build a resilient workforce.  
• Lunch Keynote: Robert Spendlove, Senior Economist at Zions Bank, will offer an in-depth economic analysis, equipping attendees with knowledge to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the year ahead.  
• Afternoon Keynote: Mueller-Schubert, c o-founder and CEO of WSI Next Gen Marketing, will explore the evolving role of AI in the workplace, offering practical insights on how businesses can adopt and leverage AI technology effectively.  

Breakout Sessions:

• Empowering Economic Development: The Role of Transportation and Transit
• Comprehending Land Use: Key Insights for Housing and Economic Expansion
• Evolving Workforce: Bridging the Gap Between Yesterday and Tomorrow
• From History to Horizons: Lessons, Realities, and Future Challenges & Opportunities
• Decoding the 2025 Legislative Landscape: Context and Implications for Utah and Beyond
• Exploring the Intersection of Recreation, Open Space, and Energy Production

The 2025 Zions Bank Wasatch Back Economic Summit is made possible by the generous support of Zions Bank, Heber Valley Chamber of Commerce, Park City Chamber & Visitors Bureau, Summit County, Wasatch County, Summit Events, Intermountain Health, Park City Board of Realtors, Park City Mountain, Acme Commercial Real Estate, Big-D Construction, Deer Valley Resort, KPCW, Marcella Club, Mountainland Technical College, Minky Couture, and Seagull Printing.

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About Heber Valley
Heber Valley Tourism, Economic Development, and Chamber of Commerce work to expand local economic activity through tourism development, provide resources to strengthen existing businesses, recruit quality companies to the area, and promote Wasatch County as an excellent destination to live, learn, work, and play. Just 45 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport, 20 minutes from Park City, Utah, and less than 30 minutes from Provo/Orem, Utah, the beautiful Heber Valley is a quick, convenient, and scenic destination. To learn more, visit gohebervalley.com.

Heber Valley Chamber Media Contact
Jessica Turner
Public Relations Manager
435-654-3666 x011
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hebervalleychamber.com