Business Women's Forum

12/22/2025

Passing the torch with gratitude! Thank you, Makaila Kelso, for your outstanding leadership as Chair of the Business Women’s Forum - you’ve made a lasting impact. Warm welcome to Alicia Gleed as our new Chair!

The Business Women’s Forum, a Salt Lake Chamber program, supports women in business via bi-monthly events featuring expert speakers, roundtables and nonprofit spotlights for authentic connections and skill building. We’re excited for what’s ahead!

12/17/2025

"Your personal brand is the meaning that exists beyond your name. It’s the reputation you build through your work, the values you embody and the way others describe you when you’re not in the room. A strong brand makes you recognizable for your expertise and memorable approach."

Check out this month's Business Women's Forum Committee Member Blog, written by Emily Griesing of Bossible! https://tinyurl.com/yfwth8tk

12/03/2025

One of the Business Women’s Forum goals is to celebrate and recognize one another’s accomplishments — so we’re excited to do just that!

Please join us in congratulating the Salt Lake Chamber's Director of Events & Programs, Tara Baucom, on being named an Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 40 Under 40 Honoree.

This award spotlights emerging leaders in the chamber industry who demonstrate exceptional achievement and make meaningful contributions in their communities. Tara was recognized for her outstanding work and her “ability to envision and execute large-scale events that not only meet the objectives but exceed all expectations.” She was nominated by the Chamber’s COO, Heidi Walker.

We’re thrilled to celebrate Tara — congratulations! 🎉

We’re thrilled to share that our amazing Director of Events and Programs, Tara Baucom, has been named an Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 40 Under 40 Honoree!

This national recognition highlights standout emerging leaders who are making a difference in the chamber industry and in the communities they serve.

Help us celebrate Tara for this incredible and well-deserved honor!

Read more here: https://slchamber.com/tara-baucom-named-40-under-40-award-recipient-by-the-association-of-chamber-of-commerce-executives

11/13/2025

"Boundaries strengthen trust, focus and productivity. They create space to say yes to the work that truly matters: the projects that drive results, the relationships that matter most and the initiatives that inspire you," said Madison Keyser Williams, Vice President of Administration, Utah Paperbox Company.

Learn more in this month's Business Women's Forum Committee Member blog: https://tinyurl.com/mv6jwkuj

10/22/2025

10/07/2025

Have you registered for the upcoming Business Women's Forum: Composed & Confident - Emotional Intelligence Under Pressure?

Join us to learn insights from presenter Megan Call. She is a licensed counseling psychologist, Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry, and Associate Chief Wellness Officer at University of Utah Health.

We look forward to seeing you on October 21 at 9:00 a.m. at the Ken Garff University Club!

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2n73yr8d

Networking can be a challenging skill to build, but it doesn t need to be! Join us for the Business Women s Forum: Take Your Networking to the Next Level and learn how to network like a pro! In this session, attendees will learn how to utilize networking best practices to leverage and grow their con...

09/22/2025

Check out this month's guest article, written by Kat Kaddas, Events & Programs Manager at the Salt Lake Chamber!

"By protecting your energy, asking for help, setting realistic expectations and embracing rest, you create space to lead with clarity, patience and presence. The path of a recovering people-pleaser is long, but every step offers a lesson."

Learn more: https://slchamber.com/kat-kaddas-put-your-own-mask-on-first-for-real/

The advice to "put your own oxygen mask on before assisting others" is often overlooked, despite its repetition in airplane safety briefings and countless self-help books. Many of us — especially women — are conditioned to prioritize the needs of others. The never-ending mental load of to-do lis...

09/16/2025

Last week's Business Women’s Forum was a resounding success! Our “From Passion to Policy - Women's Guide to Civic Participaction” forum brought together inspiring women to explore civic participation and policy advocacy. Attendees left motivated with actionable strategies to drive change.

Join us on October 21 to learn about the topic "Composed & Confident - Emotional Intelligence Under Pressure." https://tinyurl.com/2n73yr8d

08/06/2025

At the July Business Women's Forum, we learned that a 15-minute morning routine of meditation, journaling and movement could transform our careers. Katy Blommer's insights showed how small, consistent habits lead to big results.

Feeling inspired? Join us on September 9 for our next Business Women's Forum!
https://tinyurl.com/2jv2574w

05/29/2025

The May Business Women's Forum was an incredible event filled with networking and learning together.

"The solution isn't about working harder or pushing through," presenter Paige Garrity said. "It's about asking yourself: What is my vision of success? You don't have to sacrifice your well-being to be successful."

Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/5fc26c95

05/05/2025

Join us at the next Business Women's Forum to learn from Paige Garrity, Co-Founder, fulFILLed Lifestyle Co.

Paige Garrity is a brand strategist and creative director with over two decades of experience helping businesses and leaders craft compelling, purpose-driven brands.

With deep expertise in brand strategy, consumer psychology, and high-performance habits, Paige helps leaders build brands that align with their values while driving visibility, trust and long-term growth.

Join us! https://tinyurl.com/5ekrhb2s

Through storytelling, businesses can humanize their brand, share their journey, challenges, and triumphs that make them unique. Stories have the power to transport individuals to different worlds and experiences. Businesses can leverage storytelling to create memorable narratives around their produc...

03/26/2025

"The most remarkable women I know are those who embrace new chapters. They don't just navigate change - they rise with is, lifting others along the way. They change worlds. They remind us that every stage and every molt brings us closer to who we're meant to be."

Learn more in this month's Business Women's Forum Guest Article, written by Kelly Lake, Managing Partner, The LUX Group