New Americans in Southern Utah Symposium | GOEO & Utah Tech
This event elevates Utah’s thriving economy by bridging and accelerating the talent pipelines for refugees and immigrants. It convenes national experts and local practitioners to present data to help attendees understand the New American population in southern Utah. Additionally, the role of businesses in the immigration and workforce space will be discussed, and innovative strategies will be shared, including examples from national and local employers who attract and retain global talent.
This event also provides a platform to cultivate dialogue between local government entities, organizations, institutions, businesses, and the community on opportunities for sponsorship and building connected communities.
Register here.
Chamber Ticket Discount Code: STGCC2024
$0 with discount code
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8:30-9:00 a.m. |
Check-in and breakfast |
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9:00-9:10 a.m. |
Welcoming Remarks Natalie El-Deiry, Director of Immigration | Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity A message from Governor Spencer J. Cox Courtney White, President | Utah Tech University |
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9:10-9:30 a.m. |
Keynote Address Bassam Toudy Salem, Founder & CEO | Mindshare Ventures |
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9:30-10:30 a.m. |
Research Briefing on New Americans in Southern Utah Micaela McConnell, Senior Policy Associate | American Immigration Council Presenting the latest research on New Americans in the southernmost counties of the state, the American Immigration Council will highlight the changing demographics of the area while sharing the economic contributions New Americans make that are vital to the area's growth. Moderator: Josh Smith, Immigration Policy Director | Center for Growth & Opportunity at Utah State University |
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10:30-10:40 a.m. |
Break |
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10:40-11:30 a.m. |
The Business Imperative for Immigration Solutions Jennie Murray, CEO | National Immigration Forum The National Immigration Forum's Jennie Murray will present the business imperative for investments in an immigrant workforce and how immigration advances our country and economy when we bolster the skills and career pathways that meet businesses’ operational needs. Murray will highlight the federal immigration policy solutions and bring an industry perspective on the impacts on business. |
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11:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. |
Recruiting & Retaining Internationally Trained Professionals Anson Green, Technical Consultant | World Education Services Skilled Immigrant Integration Program Utah is leading the way in economic growth, and with that comes increasing demands for skills and talent to help businesses thrive. Anson Greene, Technical Consultant with World Education Service, will share the best practices in recruiting, retaining, and upskilling internationally trained professionals for businesses looking to expand talent strategies to include an immigrant workforce. |
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12:20-1:00 p.m. |
Lunch New American Voices Student Panel Aspiring leaders from Utah Tech University's student body will share their perspectives on the opportunities and challenges New American students experience integrating into campus life in university settings. The panel will highlight refugee, immigrant, and international student perspectives. |
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1:00-1:50 p.m. |
Breakout Sessions 1. Welcome Corps on Campus Laura Wagner, Director of Refugee Student Initiatives | Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education Olivia Issa, Program Lead | National Association of Systems Heads (NASH) This session will highlight a new federal sponsorship program designed to expand opportunities for refugee resettlement through partnerships with college campuses. Moderator: Mario Kljajo, Director of State Refugee Services | Utah Department of Workforce Services 2. Building a visa sponsorship program Jeff Joseph, Immigration Attorney | Berry Appleman & Leiden (BAL) This session will cover the nuts and bolts of how to start, build, and row an immigration sponsorship program from a leading corporate immigration law firm, Berry Appleman & Leiden (BAL), serving U.S. and global companies worldwide. |
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1:50-2:00 p.m. |
Break |
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2:00-2:50 p.m. |
Claudia Loayza, Planning & Policy Engagement Coordinator | Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs The Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs has created Magnify Utah, a learning and resource hub for Utah's people, places, and stories. It provides statewide information and resources to support individuals seeking community connections. In this presentation, you'll learn how Magnify Utah can help celebrate Utah’s growing and expansive story and retain the vibrancy each Utahn brings to the state. |
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2:50-3:00 p.m. |
Closing Remarks Colette Cox, Outreach Manager | Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity |
Date and Time
Friday Feb 23, 2024
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM MST
Location
Utah Tech University
Gardner Student Center Ballroom
St. George, UT 84770
Fees/Admission
Chamber Ticket Discount Code: STGCC2024
$0 with discount code
