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Welcome to Utah Business Connect by the UVU Business Resource Center, a vibrant meetup group for individuals interested in the latest advancements in New Technology, Networking, Business Strategy, Virtual Reality, Creating Successful Businesses, and more. We aim to foster a community where professionals can collaborate, learn, and grow together. With specific interests in Business and Spirituality, Women Business Owners, Lean Startup, Small Business Internet Marketing Skills, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Makerspaces, Mobile Devices, Technology Startups, recommender systems, and AR, this is the perfect platform for those seeking to expand their knowledge and connect with like-minded individuals. Join us today to unlock new business opportunities and stay ahead in the ever-changing world of technology and entrepreneurship!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 1 Million Cups - Entrepreneur Networking Event FreeThe Business Resource Center at UVU, Orem, UT
Meet up with entrepreneurs, investors, startups at 1 Million Cups! Learn More!
When: Each Wednesday morning at 9am
Where: UVU Business Resource Center,
815 W 1250 S, Orem, UT 84058## Present Your Story
Every week, entrepreneurs present business ideas to the local community and learn how those around them can support their business in its growth. Your local 1 Million Cups (1MC) community gives you the opportunity to refine your elevator pitch to a diverse audience, access training programs, and engage with a network for support.
Ready to refine your presentation and elevator pitch?
## About the Community
1 Million Cups (1MC) communities across the nation aim to present an inclusive and supportive front door to their local entrepreneurial ecosystem by connecting aspiring entrepreneurs to the resources they need to start or grow their business. 1 Million Cups (1MC) was created by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation in 2012 and is a free, national program that first and foremost educates, but also engages and connects local entrepreneurs. The program fosters a culture of support and inclusivity, welcoming entrepreneurs to be open and honest about their businesses and the challenges they face. In the process, a local community of entrepreneurs can share experiences and identify ways to support one another.
- Decoding the Latest Developments in International TaxThe Business Resource Center at UVU, Orem, UT
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Attending in Person with Lunch
Attending in Person without Lunch or Attending Online## Date and time
Sunday, July 13 · 10am - 12pm MDT
## Location
UVU Business Resource Center
815 W 1250 S Orem, UT 84058Show map## About this event
- Event lasts 2 hours
### 🗓️ Date & Time:
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (MT)### 📍 Location:
Utah Valley University
815 w 1250 s,
Orem, UT 84058
(Online attendance options available)### 📝 Topic:
Decoding the Latest Developments in International Tax
### 📚 Summary:
Join us for an engaging and practical discussion on the evolving landscape of international tax policy. Derek Drysdale will break down topics such as digital service taxes, the global minimum tax, and other so-called “unfair foreign taxes” featured in recent U.S. legislation, including Congress’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.”
Learn what international tax rules currently apply, which companies are affected, and how these changes might impact your business or clients.### 👨💼 About the Speaker:
Derek Drysdale brings over 20 years of experience advising multinational companies on international tax and cross-border transactions. He has worked on both sides of the table, as part of a Big Four international tax team and as an in-house international tax director for a Fortune 500 company.
He holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in accounting (tax emphasis) from BYU and is a licensed CPA in Utah. Derek serves on the boards of Youthlinc and World Trade Center Utah. - 1 Million Cups - Entrepreneur Networking Event FreeThe Business Resource Center at UVU, Orem, UT
Meet up with entrepreneurs, investors, startups at 1 Million Cups! Learn More!
When: Each Wednesday morning at 9am
Where: UVU Business Resource Center,
815 W 1250 S, Orem, UT 84058## Present Your Story
Every week, entrepreneurs present business ideas to the local community and learn how those around them can support their business in its growth. Your local 1 Million Cups (1MC) community gives you the opportunity to refine your elevator pitch to a diverse audience, access training programs, and engage with a network for support.
Ready to refine your presentation and elevator pitch?
## About the Community
1 Million Cups (1MC) communities across the nation aim to present an inclusive and supportive front door to their local entrepreneurial ecosystem by connecting aspiring entrepreneurs to the resources they need to start or grow their business. 1 Million Cups (1MC) was created by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation in 2012 and is a free, national program that first and foremost educates, but also engages and connects local entrepreneurs. The program fosters a culture of support and inclusivity, welcoming entrepreneurs to be open and honest about their businesses and the challenges they face. In the process, a local community of entrepreneurs can share experiences and identify ways to support one another.
