Utah Bride & Groom magazine’s White Party
May 7, 2024 • Siempre Weddings, Draper
Photos by Ashlee Brooke Photography
Utah Bride & Groom magazine hosted its annual spring gala in Draper this year, with a Mediterranean-themed evening full of lemons, chinoiserie and a celebration of Utah’s impressive bridal industry. The evening was designed by Duet Weddings and Events with floral input from Artisan Bloom, and catered by the award-winning chefs at Hill’s Kitchen alongside Sprinkles Cupcakes, Mecca Bar Co. and Vine Lore.
Sponsors: O.C. Tanner • St. Regis Deer Valley • Got Beauty • Elements of Sage • Chef Adam Park
Visit Salt Lake’s 3rd Annual SALT Awards
June 25, 2024 • Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre
Photos by Brandon Cruz Photography
Hospitality employees provide vital support for Salt Lake County’s visitor economy and Visit Salt Lake recognized the stars of our tourism industry at the third annual SALT Awards held June 25, 2024, at the Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre. With the theme of “The Greatest Show,” entertainment for the evening included a spectacular performance by the awe-inspiring TRANSCEND, represented by Utah Live Bands. The awards celebrated hospitality workers who exemplify service, accomplishment, leadership and tenacity (SALT), with categories in the lodging and dining industries as well as an award that encompassed those involved with attractions, venues, caterers and transportation providers. Each award recipient was recognized with an engraved SALT crystal award and a $2,000 check.
Salt Lake magazine’s Best of the Beehive Launch Party
July 10, 2024 • The Local Eatery & Bar
Photos provided by Vine Lore
Salt Lake magazine held a party to celebrate the launch of its July-August issue and the 2024 honorees
of the Best of the Beehive. The Best of the Beehive is Salt Lake magazine’s annual celebration of the people, places and things that make Utah great. For the 2024 Best of the Beehive, Salt Lake magazine editors, contributors and readers compiled our 75-plus reasons to love Utah. Food was served by the The Local Eatery & Bar’s food vendors, libations were served at the Local’s The Good Bar and provided Vine Lore, Beehive Distilling and Scion Cider. Decor was provided by Cactus and Tropicals.
Valley Behavioral Health Hosts “Rise Together Celebration” Gala
May 16, 2024 • Salt Lake City
Photos by Meagan Hammon, Valley Behavioral Health
To support the needs of its 14,000+ clients, Valley Behavioral Health hosted its inaugural “Rise Together Celebration” gala. The event honored individuals and organizations that have made a significant impact on Valley Behavioral Health’s clients and the community.
Valley Behavioral Health–the leading mental health provider in Utah–is using proceeds to help individuals grappling with homelessness, severe mental illness, autism and intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD).
Award recipients: Community Impact Award, Mayor Jenny Wilson; Partnership Excellence Award, Autism Council of Utah; Philanthropy Changemaker Award, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints; Lifetime Achievement Award, Dr. David Dangerfield.
Jewish Family Service Brunch in the Garden Fundraiser
June 30, 2024 • Red Butte Garden
Photos by Terra Firma Photography
Jewish Family Service celebrated at the Brunch in the Garden event in the stunning surroundings of Red Butte Garden on June 30, with proceeds going to support the vital services provided by JFS. This event also honored Darcy Amiel, our esteemed Past Board President, whose contributions have significantly impacted our organization. JFS is a nondenominational, nonprofit, social service agency serving all Utahns since 1872 with a mission to strengthen individuals and families of all backgrounds through counseling, advocacy, care management and education. The organization provides a variety of programs in Salt Lake City and Park City. To learn more, please visit jfsutah.org.
Visit Salt Lake’s Inaugural SALT Summit
June 2024 • Locations around Salt Lake County
Photos by Brandon Cruz Photography
Visit Salt Lake created the inaugural SALT Summit with events throughout June 2024, an educational and awards gala celebrating excellence in hospitality. Dedicated to honoring the hard work and exceptional service of our hospitality industry professionals, the SALT Summit is a movement to elevate the standard of excellence in hospitality, foster continuous learning and celebrate the unsung heroes
and teams who make our industry thrive.
Event highlights included educational sessions with dynamic workshops led by industry leaders, and a keynote featuring Will Guidara, author of Unreasonable Hospitality. Participants gained insights into the latest trends, best practices and innovative strategies to elevate their service and leadership skills. There was an entire track for frontline staff to help provide resources and education to inspire. Expert-led sessions covered topics from resources and education for frontline staff—to customer service excellence and insight into innovative hospitality technologies. Sessions include “AI 101—How to Lead,” “Future of Destinations,” “Frontline Training 101,” and “Advocates to Experts—Resources to Enhance Quality of Life.”
Mayor Jenny Wilson and Tom Kelly.
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