The 2026 Wasatch Back Economic Summit, sponsored by Zions Bank, was hosted at Grand Hyatt Deer Valley on May 11, 2026. KPCW recorded the summit speakers and breakout sessions.
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The 2026 Wasatch Back Economic Summit, sponsored by Zions Bank, was hosted at Grand Hyatt Deer Valley on May 11, 2026. KPCW recorded the summit speakers and breakout sessions.
Morning Keynote Speaker: Natalie Gochnour, Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute
“The New Utah” presented by Natalie Gochnour
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Morning Breakout Sessions 1:
A) Making Sense of Economic Change
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B) Arts, Culture, and Events as Economic Catalysts
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C) New Pipelines for a Ready‑to‑Work Workforce
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Morning Breakout Sessions 2:
A) Building Resilient and Competitive Businesses
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B) Year-Round Resilience in the Resort & Outdoor Industry
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C) Four Generations, One Workplace: Bridging Differences to Build Stronger Teams
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Lunch Panel Discussion: Olympic & Paralympic Insights & Inspiration
“Olympic Inspiration and Learnings” moderated by Tom Kelly and featuring panelists who attended the Milan/Cortina Olympic Winter Games as observers, athletes, planners, and operators
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Afternoon Breakout Sessions:
A) How Regional Coordination Can Support Business & Community Success
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B) From Working Lands to Agritourism Economic Opportunity
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C) Creating a Resilient Workforce
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This unique regional event is held annually in partnership with Heber Valley Chamber, Park City Chamber, Heber City, Wasatch County, Park City Municipal, and Summit County. Featuring informational presentations, breakout sessions, updates from industry leaders, regional experts, elected officials, and more, attendees will learn about key issues and opportunities facing the Wasatch Back.
7:30 - 8:30 AM: CHECK IN & BREAKFAST
8:30 - 9:15 AM: MORNING KEYNOTE SPEAKER
“The New Utah” presented by Natalie Gochnour, Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute
9:30 - 10:45 AM: BREAKOUT SESSION 1
a) Making Sense of Economic Change
b) Arts, Culture, and Events as Economic Catalysts
c) New Pipelines for a Ready‑to‑Work Workforce
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM: BREAKOUT SESSION 2
a) Building Resilient and Competitive Businesses
b) Year-Round Resilience in the Resort & Outdoor Industry
c) Four Generations, One Workplace: Bridging Differences to Build Stronger Teams
12:30 - 2:00 PM: LUNCH & KEYNOTE SPEAKER
“Olympic Inspiration and Learnings” moderated by Tom Kelly and featuring panelists who attended the Milan/Cortina Olympic Winter Games as observers, athletes, planners, and operators
2:15 - 3:30 PM: BREAKOUT SESSION 3
a) How Regional Coordination Can Support Business & Community Success
b) From Working Lands to Agritourism Economic Opportunity
c) Creating a Resilient Workforce
3:30 - 5:00 PM: REGIONAL BUSINESS MIXER
We are delighted to again announce the generous contributions from our Title Sponsor!!
Thank you to this year's generous Presenting Sponsors! If you are interested in sponsoring, please email: [email protected]
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We appreciate the outstanding support from this year's Community Sponsors! If you are interested in sponsoring, please email: [email protected]
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We greatly appreciate this year's Supporting Sponsors! If you are interested in sponsoring, please email: [email protected]
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We appreciate this year's “Friend of the Back” Sponsors! If you are interested in sponsoring, please email: [email protected]
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We are excited to invite you to be a valued sponsor of the 2026 Wasatch Back Economic Summit. This is a unique opportunity to elevate your brand, expand your network, and engage with a dynamic business community. Choose among the four sponsor level options below. If you are interest in sponsoring, please email [email protected].
SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES:
| Presenting Sponsor: $7,000 - Includes 5 seats + logo recognition + breakout room opportunities | Community Sponsor: $2,500 - Includes 50% discount on 3 seats + logo recognition |
| Supporting Sponsor: $1,500 - Includes 50% discount on 2 seats + logo recognition | Friend of the Back Sponsors: $800 - Includes logo recognition |
This unique regional event is held annually in partnership with Heber Valley Chamber, Park City Chamber, Heber City, Wasatch County, Park City Municipal, and Summit County. Featuring informational presentations, breakout sessions, updates from industry leaders, regional experts, elected officials, and more, attendees will learn about key issues and opportunities facing the Wasatch Back. Thank you to our generous sponsors for making the 2026 Wasatch Back Economic Summit a huge success!
Additional event details, sponsorship opportunities, and tickets will be coming soon. If you are interested in sponsoring the 2026 Wasatch Back Economic Summit, please email [email protected].
