Did you know that small businesses create two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. each year? More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business.
Banking Local: Why Community Banks Make the Best Neighbors
Where you bank is a choice most people make once and never revisit. You open an account, set up direct deposit, and then your bank becomes invisible, fading into a…
Business Banking Customer Spotlight: Grant Mackay Demolition Company
Harry Seffker has been CFO and Treasurer of Grant Mackay Demolition Company long enough to know that the most important relationships in business aren’t the ones you build when everything is going well.
How To Write A Business Plan
Every successful business started as a thought. Maybe it came to you in the car, the shower, or over dinner when someone said, “You should really do that.” At some point, that original idea has to become something more structured. That’s where…
First Utah Bank Wins Gold Award for “2026 Best Bank” from Best of SLC
We are proud to announce that First Utah Bank has recently earned the Gold Award for “2026 Best Bank” by Best of SLC. Decided by voters in the Salt Lake…
How to Talk to Your Kids About Money
Financial confidence doesn’t just arrive on its own naturally. It builds throughout our formative years—from having conversations at the kitchen table, managing a small amount of money, and making real-world choices with it…
Team Spotlight: Dillon George, EVP, Chief Credit Officer
Sometimes, Dillon George will drive past a customer’s business on his way home and that’s when he’ll feel it—the simple satisfaction of having been a part of something. Knowing the…
The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Getting a Loan
Growing a business takes money. And at some point, that means sitting down with a lender. Maybe it’s time to expand, or you need equipment, inventory, or working capital to get to the next level…
How First Utah Bank is “Redefining Possible”
If you’ve been to any one of our branches or visited First Utah Bank online, you might have noticed a common, repeated phrase: “Redefining Possible.” This isn’t just some catchy…
Utah’s Small Business Economy in 2026: Local Owners Weigh In
How are small business owners in Utah navigating 2026 so far? Local experts discuss tariffs, inflation and why community support is more vital than ever.