GOEO manages various programs and initiatives that are robust, diverse, and provide Utah entrepreneurs and businesses with distinct advantages.
The state Legislature defines the office’s programs and initiatives in consultation with Utah's executive branch and is administered by the office’s capable public servants.
For the third consecutive year Provo-Orem, Utah, is the No. 1 best-performing city
Milken Institute — May 2023
Utah ranked No. 1 for the 16th year in a row
Rich States Poor States — April 2023
Utah ranked the nation’s best economy and No. 1 overall
U.S. News & World Report — April 2023
GOEO manages the 100 Companies Championing Women initiative in partnership with the Utah Women & Leadership Project. The initiative focuses on recognizing and highlighting the stories of 100 Utah companies and organizations that offer family-friendly policies and practices, as well as women-specific initiatives known to impact the recruiting, hiring, retaining, and advancing of women employees, managers, and leaders.
Applications for the 2023-2024 nominations are now open.
