A. Scott Anderson

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A. Scott Anderson is CEO and president of Zions Bank.

Sen. Mitt Romney speaks to reporters at the Larry H. Miller Company in Sandy.

Opinion

Opinion: Romney has a plan that is pro-business and pro-climate

Utah Sen. Mitt Romney recognizes that climate action and business do not need to be enemies on the national stage

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Opinion

Political humility is needed to move forward as a nation

It would be a mistake to exacerbate the intense division that exists by being vindictive and seeking revenge.

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Opinion

Utah’s new racial equity compact embodies the spirit of Christmas

The compact can be summarized in a few words spoken by Jesus: “Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.”

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Opinion

Utah’s new homeless plan should be adopted and implemented

The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute made six recommendations to create a simpler, more transparent and better coordinated system for homeless services.

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Opinion

The great blessings of gratitude, even in a pandemic

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Time to focus on top priorities — like education funding

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We can clean up Utah’s air and fight climate change

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

With two alleged scammers set to stand trial in Salt Lake City, the FBI is warning other Utah business owners from falling into similar email fraud scams.

Opinion

Received a fishy message? Here’s how to respond

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Opinion

A name to match the new airport’s grandeur — Jake Garn

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Opinion

New Salt Lake City mural honors inspirational Utah women, past and present

Utah’s pioneering spirit has extended not just to crossing the plains and making the desert blossom as a rose, but also to women’s rights.

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Opinion

Schools reopening is critical for kids and society

As schools reopen, the next few weeks are going to be very important, and also perhaps very stressful, for children, parents, teachers and administrators.

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Opinion

Pioneer Day pandemic calls for courage and unity

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Downtown Salt Lake City, with the Wasatch Mountains in the background.

Opinion

Balanced bonding program can boost Utah’s economy

A prudent and effective bonding program can help improve air quality and quality of life.

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Opinion

Leadership makes the difference — so vote in primary election

All qualified Utahns have an opportunity be part of selecting our next generation of leaders by voting in next Tuesday’s primary election.

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Opinion

We have been jolted awake ... now let’s heal the wounds

I have not fully understood, and perhaps never will, the depth of pain, anxiety and suspicion that members of our black and brown communities feel

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Opinion

Young graduates have been hit hard by the economic crisis — but they’re also the first to help

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

COVID-19 testing is performed at Utah Valley Hospital in Provo on Friday, May 8, 2020. In an effort to help address COVID-19 hot spots that have been identifieda in Utah County, the Intermountain Healthcare Coronavirus Mobile Testing Unit provided testing to area residents.

Opinion

Return to ‘normal’? Not likely. Here’s what may be next

We’ll never get back to ‘normal’ if it means living and working just as we did before the pandemic.

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

As the banking industry serves the financing needs of small businesses, a very important partner is the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Without the SBA, far fewer small businesses would qualify for loans.

Opinion

Banks are working 24/7 to support Utahns and their businesses

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Opinion

COVID-19 will change society in many ways, but it doesn’t have to be detrimental

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Opinion

Paycheck Protection Program can quickly help small businesses

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Megaplex Theatres issued a statement about how it plans to adjust to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.

Opinion

Doing business remotely in a time of serious health crisis

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Opinion

Guest opinion: Discover international solutions to fight COVID-19 economic headwinds

By A. Scott Anderson and Miles Hansen

Opinion

Teaching entrepreneurial skills will benefit Utah’s future

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

The Governor’s Office of Economic Development announced Thursday that its board of directors recently approved eight rural Utah businesses for Rural Fast Track grants.

Opinion

Utah’s rural communities need more business opportunities

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Clayton Christensen is a Harvard business professor and Salt Lake City native.

Opinion

Clayton Christensen’s life was worth measuring — and celebrating

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Utah state Capitol building

Opinion

This should be the top priority for Utah’s Legislature

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Opinion

Another decade of Utah’s success will require bold leadership

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Downtown Salt Lake City, with the Wasatch Mountains in the background.

Opinion

Economic excellence, air quality and other lessons from 2019

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

The American Dream Miami mall is expected to be built in late 2021, The Herald reports.

Opinion

Keep the holidays merry by avoiding excessive debt

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor

Opinion

Open our hearts to the blessings of Thanksgiving

By A. Scott Anderson, Contributor