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As technology changes the workforce, stronger ties between education and industry matter more than ever. Today in Zürich, we joined Swiss leaders for a conversation about apprenticeships, applied learning and how to better prepare students for the needs of a changing economy.

Turner Caldwell, Co-Founder and CEO of @MarianaMinerals, will join us at the Operation Gigawatt Summit on May 22. Mariana Minerals is building a new model for critical mineral supply chains in the United States: full stack, software-driven, and built for speed. That upstream layer of minerals, materials, and production is central to national security and American energy dominance. Read more, link below.

Trade, investment, and workforce partnerships are at the center of a Utah delegation’s trade mission in Switzerland and Germany this week. At ETH Zurich’s Project House this morning, students were building, testing, and applying their skills in real time. It is the kind of model that shows how strong connections between education and industry can help prepare Utah’s workforce for what is next. The goal of this trade mission is simple: strengthen relationships, bring home ideas that matter, and keep Utah well-positioned for the companies and jobs of the future.

Utah has been named the No. 1 state in the nation for economic outlook for the 19th consecutive year. Unlike rankings that look backward, this one measures the policies most likely to support opportunity in the years ahead. Utah has remained at the top since the index began. More here: alec.org/press-release/…

Nico Caprez, Vice President of Global AI Infrastructure Growth at @nvidia, is joining us for the Operation Gigawatt Summit on May 22. He brings a frontier view of AI infrastructure and the partnerships required to support affordable, reliable power at scale. More here: gigawattsummit.com

Tim Latimer, CEO of @FervoEnergy, will join us on May 22 at the Operation Gigawatt Summit. Fervo is advancing next-generation geothermal in central Utah, delivering reliable, firm power and helping lead the way on American energy dominance. Learn more: gigawattsummit.com

Among the lowest power bills in America. Utah is getting energy right. More here: axios.com/2026/04/10/ele…

Utah is home to extraordinary athletes and a training ground for talent from around the world. At the 14th Annual Governor’s State of Sport Awards, we celebrated their success, leadership, and example as they continue to elevate our state on the Olympic and Paralympic stage.

Strong schools help build a stronger future for Utah. Supporting early literacy helps more students read on grade level and sets them up for success in the classroom and beyond. More here: utahnewsdispatch.com/2026/04/09/few…

🧵Here are the FACTS on the U.S. Forest Service Reorganization There’s a lot of lies spreading on X about the Forest Service’s reorganization. Let’s cut through the noise with the straight facts. This is about making the USFS more effective at its mission, nothing more, nothing less. (1/7)

Today in Eden, we ceremonially signed a set of bills focused on one thing: better outcomes for Utah students. Together with students from Valley Elementary, we reaffirmed our commitment to early literacy, better use of technology, and giving every student the tools they need to succeed. We’re investing in our kids, and making sure those investments actually deliver results.

Welcome home, Team Utah ❤️

It’s easy to have an unhealthy relationship with our phones. But we also have more control than we think. Put the phone down. Be present. Talk to someone. Go outside. More here: wapo.st/4vho2JA

I was honored to recognize Ranger Wyatt Manis, a Utah Department of Natural Resources employee, with a Utah Treasure Award. When a woman became trapped in the Provo River, Wyatt acted without hesitation. His quick thinking and bravery helped save her life. He is a powerful example of the dedicated state employees who serve Utah with courage every day. More here: ksltv.com/local-news/uta…

The @JobsUT report today continues to put Utah’s economy ahead of the national average. Utah’s strong financial services and fintech sectors are part of that story, with companies here helping shape the future of finance.

The path to deep space runs through Utah. Artemis II marked the first crewed mission to the moon in more than 50 years, and Utah-built boosters were part of what got it there. I’m proud of our engineers and innovators helping write this next chapter of American exploration. More here: utahbusiness.com/industry/2026/…