USU Extension Sponsors Business Resource Conference

Utah State University Extension sponsors the Garfield County Business Resources Conference from noon to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 29, at Ruby’s Inn near Bryce Canyon National Park. The conference is designed to help business owners understand the resources available to them.

Luncheon speaker is Leigh von der Esch, director of the Utah Office of Tourism and former director of the Utah Film Commission. She will discuss marketing strategies including branding and how to effectively use the Internet. General business and tourism workshops will follow. Topics include marketing on a shoestring, financial alternatives and curb appeal. The day will conclude with a panel discussion that includes all presenters. A resource fair featuring information from presenters and organizations will be offered during the conference.

 

Co-sponsors include Garfield County, Governor’s Office of Economic Development, City of Panguitch, Garfield County Travel Council, Five County Association of Governments, Small Business Development Center and Main Street.

 

Registration includes lunch and handouts. For those registering by March 16, cost is $20 per business owner and $10 for each additional individual representing that business. From March 17 to the day of the event, registration is $25 per business owner and $15 for each additional individual. Registration cost for individuals interested in starting a business is $15.

 

To register or to receive more information, contact USU Extension in Garfield County at 435-676-1114 or suzannej@ext.usu.edu.

 

Writer: Julene Reese, 435-797-0810