To help the community better manage their finances, build credit and make housing decisions as well as understand the current market and economic environment, Utah Tech University is hosting its 10th Annual Personal Finance Day.
Led by students in Utah Tech’s Finance Club with support from Utah Tech alumni, College of Business Advisory Board members, UT financial professionals and donors, Personal Finance Day is set to take place from 3 to 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 12 in the Udvar-Hazy Building on Utah Tech University’s campus. The event is free to attend with no registration necessary.
“Among the many goals of our university, we strive to build the community we call home. Local experts will join us to address common financial topics in engaging and relevant ways,” Kaplan Sanders, an assistant professor of finance at Utah Tech University, said. “We’re welcoming all to this event. From those who are just starting to work on their personal finances to those with years of experience, these engaging speakers are prepared to address a wide range of topics in a way that will be relevant today.”
The first hour of the community event will feature three personal finance breakout sessions from which attendees can choose to attend one. In one session, Becky Staples, mortgage loan officer with The Staples Group, will speak on “Why Should I Buy a Home and How to do It.” In another option, Tony Christensen, financial advisor with Statera Wealth Management, will present a question-and-answer session on “Creating a Roadmap to Financial Independence.” As the final choice, Jared Barnes, CEO of Tend Credit, will present “Winning the Credit Game.”
Following the breakout sessions, Jeff Monson, senior financial advisor and managing director of investments with Wells Fargo Advisors, will deliver the keynote address, “What now? Markets and Economic Update.” In celebration of the 10th year of this event, light refreshments will be served immediately following the keynote address.
As part of Personal Finance Day, UT’s Finance Club will also educate Dixie High School finance students by hosting breakout sessions, workshops and activities on financial literacy and preparing for college and careers in finance, accounting and data analytics earlier in the day.
In addition to offering community programs like Personal Finance Day, Utah Tech University offers a bachelor’s degree in finance. By blending financial theory with critical thinking and technical expertise, the program ensures graduates are well-prepared for the workforce. Learn more at finance.utahtech.edu.