Derek B. Miller

Zagg founder Robert Pedersen listens as Mark Zuckerberg, founder and CEO of Facebook, speaks at the Silicon Slopes Tech Summit in 2020.

Opinion

Can Silicon Slopes avoid becoming the next Silicon Valley?

In many ways, the challenges confronting Silicon Valley have fueled the rise of Utah’s Silicon Slopes. But how do we keep a good thing running?

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

How masks became a symbol of America’s intolerance

Of all the insults thrown between the candidates, the greatest insult was to the American people.

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

Who deserves the credit for Utah’s booming economy?

Mel S. Lavitt, former chair of the board for the Governor’s Office of Economic Development, deserves as much praise as anyone.

By Theresa Foxley, Jason Perry, and 3 more

Opinion

If you don’t care about the filibuster, you should

If we are to truly unite and move towards a cohesive nation, the filibuster is vital.

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

Utah’s economy needs a ‘rural renaissance’

Facilitating jobs in rural Utah through remote work is just a start.

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

I hate masks, but I still wear one

I look forward to celebrating our nation’s birth on the Fourth of July by declaring independence from my itchy, uncomfortable mask.

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

The private sector can facilitate smooth vaccine rollout

Government must once again work closely with the business community in vaccine prioritization and distribution.

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

This Christmas season should engender compassion for the homeless

When Jesus said the poor would always be among us, it was an invitation to help, not an excuse to ignore.

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

Why local businesses have earned our support this holiday season

Let’s applaud and support those small businesses that are working hard so their customers can stay safe.

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

Regardless of who wins the election, economic recovery must continue

The current economic downturn presents new opportunities that we must capitalize on with vision, focus and effort

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

How the recent Middle East agreement reinforces partnerships with Utah

By Miles Hansen and Derek B. Miller

Opinion

Utah’s economic recovery has already begun. Let’s not slow it down

The fundamentals that made Utah the strongest and most diverse economy, with the best economic outlook, are still in place.

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

Bedlam on the streets of Salt Lake City

If you’ve visited downtown lately, you will see how deterioration and neglect has led to bedlam on the streets of Salt Lake City.

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

What the pioneers of 1847 can teach us about the pandemic of 2020

While we will miss the celebrations, this is an opportunity to replace deafening pyrotechnics with quiet reflection as we consider what the pioneers of 1847 can teach us about the pandemic of 2020.

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

Utah Leads Together 4.0 is a vision for economic renewal

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

Utah businesses can eliminate racism. Here’s where to start

By James Jackson III and Derek B. Miller

Opinion

Theresa Foxley and Derek Miller: Your time for choosing Utah’s governor

By Theresa Foxley and Derek B. Miller

Opinion

Utah businesses are leading the way in a return to prosperity

Businesses across the state are leaning in to serve their communities during this time of need.

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

Take note of these Utah women making history

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

How Utah will renew and reactivate its economy

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

Guest opinion: Utah’s business leaders have spoken about coronavirus impact. Here are some possible solutions

By Theresa Foxley and Derek B. Miller

Opinion

Gov. Gary Herbert has a plan for an economic comeback

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

Protecting Utah’s economy from coronavirus

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

The United States and China have entered a new cold war

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Inversion builds in both Salt Lake and Utah counties on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019.

Opinion

Continuing Utah’s prosperity is dependent on clean air

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

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

Opinion

How Utah became the New England Patriots of economic development victories

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Opinion

The economy is a feast to be grateful for this holiday season

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Skyline of Salt Lake City Utah with the Utah State Capitol Building and the historic Salt Lake Temple

Opinion

Electing a new Salt Lake City mayor requires clear vision

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

Statue of George Washington inside the The George Washington Masonic National Memorial in Alexandria, Virginia.

Opinion

Why George Washington should be remembered for more than just the lore

By Derek B. Miller, Contributor

President Donald Trump, center, shakes hands with Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as Mexico’s President Enrique Pena Nieto looks on after they signed a new United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement that is replacing the NAFTA trade deal, during a cerem

Opinion

Guest opinion: How the new trade pact with Mexico and Canada benefits Utah

By Gary Herbert, Derek B. Miller, and 1 more