Utah Treasurer Marlo M. Oaks invites Utah women to attend the seventh annual, hybrid Utah Women in the Money Conference. The conference will be held in-person at the Sheraton Salt Lake Hotel and virtually on Thursday, September 11 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. and Friday, September 12 from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The conference features expert speakers and exhibitors who will provide valuable information and resources to assist Utah women on their pathway to financial security and success. Personal and family finance experts will offer more tailored information and training during smaller workshops. Prizes will be awarded to the attendees with the greatest levels of participation during the conference. Attendees can view session recordings on the virtual platform for a year after the event.
Conference attendees will learn how to improve their personal and family finances, reduce their debt, build their credit, start a business, save for retirement, and develop a financial support network. In-person and virtual exhibitors from financial services, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies will provide resources and answer attendee questions in person and through a live chat function on the virtual platform.
“As chair of the Utah Council on Financial and Economic Education, I’m grateful to see this conference continue to grow as a place where women can build confidence in managing their finances,” Treasurer Oaks said. “The knowledge, skills, and connections gained from the conference have helped thousands of women make sound financial choices that support their families and create opportunities for the future.”
The conference is tailored to women because they face unique financial situations. Women statistically live longer than men and are more likely to outlive their assets. Women are also more likely to assume caretaker responsibilities, teach their children about money, and help elderly or disabled loved ones manage their finances. Additionally, women are increasingly playing a greater role in the workforce and market. More than 40% of American women are the primary breadwinners in their households, and women account for 70-80% of overall consumer spending, with heavy influence in most areas ranging from healthcare decisions to new home and car purchases.
“Women play vital roles in every part of our state, and it is essential that they have the tools to make sound financial decisions for themselves and their families,” said Susan Speirs, CEO of the Utah Association of CPAs and chair of the Utah Financial Empowerment Coalition, the nonprofit that organizes the conference. “Our hybrid model allows us to reach women statewide online while still offering the invaluable in-person experience in Salt Lake. Building on feedback from past years, we’re excited to make this year’s conference the most impactful yet.”
The previous six conferences provided valuable financial information, tools, resources, and networking opportunities to hundreds of Utah women, including nearly 1,000 women last year.
Previous conference attendee, Alex from Salt Lake City said, “The resources and tools I’ve gained from attending this conference have been monumental. It’s so great to come together with other women in a collaborative atmosphere, and I’m more motivated than ever to achieve financial success.”
Another past conference attendee, Yvonne from Farmington, said, “The fear of not knowing how money works and not knowing where to look for help/resources is my worst enemy! This has been a whirlwind day full of great presenters, information, and resources. So much appreciate being able to participate today.”
Registration for the in-person conference is $15 for Thursday and $25 for Friday, or $35 for both Thursday and Friday. Scholarships are available for those in need. There is no cost to attend the conference virtually, but registration is still required. For more information and to register for the conference, visit: womeninthemoney.org.
