Val Hale

Congrats, Brian Santiago on your appointment as BYU’s AD. Something that impressed me about Brian when we worked together was his ability to get a prodigious amount of work done. His work ethic is one of many attributes that will help him lead the cougars to continued success.

Elaine Michaelis was a true pioneer for BYU Athletics. She put her heart and soul into building the women’s athletic program. She was the LaVell Edwards of women’s sports and the classiest of ladies. I loved working with her. RIP, Elaine.

Heed not. Great counsel today and always.

Somewhere LaVell Edwards is smiling. Many people worked hard to make the Big 12 Conference and BYU a reality, but it never would have happened without the foundation built by LaVell. Well done, Coach!

This is why I proudly support Spencer Cox for Governor. Take a few minutes and watch this. It is authentic Spencer. He is the type of leader we need in this decisive time.

Congratulations to GOED Board member Steve Neeleman for being named MountainWest Capital Network Entrepreneur of the Year. Surgeon and founder of Health Equity.

Four days riding FrontRunner this week. Fours days of delays. I understand that mechanical things happen, but this is getting tiresome. People will quit taking transit if it is not reliable. #tiredofsittingonstationarytrains

Northrop Grumman announces Utah will be the site for its Ground Based Strategic Deterrent program. That means 2,500 new, high-paying jobs coming to Northern Utah.

Shirley Johnson was a legend in the BYU football program. Sorry to hear of her passing. It was fun watching her try to keep LaVell and the players in line for many years.

GOED is starting a new podcast called Business Elevated that will feature key business and government leaders addressing important economic-related topics. Jerry Oldroyd, Chair of the GOED Board, is our first guest. business.utah.gov/news/podca…

So long, Johnny Miller. We will miss you in the broadcast booth. You gave us 29 years of great golf analysis. Enjoy retirement!

New campaign for Tooele. Tooele Valley: So much. So close. Come check ‘em out! #tooelevalley

The Utah Valley Chamber honored many Utah County businesses who have partnered with schools to improve education opportunities. About 350 in attendance. It’s great to see so many businesses engaged in education.

Congrats to Aaron Skonnard and the Pluralsight team on the groundbreaking for the new campus in Draper. It will eventually house 3,000 employees.

Northrop Grumman’s merger with Orbital ATK is now official. That means Northrop is now one of Utah’s largest employers with over 4,000 employees. Thanks to CEO Wes Bush for coming to Utah for the announcement.

Utah Diesel Tech Pathways program has its second class of graduates. Congrats to over 50 students who are choosing to make a living keeping our Diesel engines running.