Speaking on Business: Trauma-Informed Utah

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Founded in 2016, Trauma‑Informed Utah empowers organizations across the state to understand and respond to trauma, offering education, training, and resources to build resilience in communities and workplaces. Executive Director, Keri Jones-Fonnesbeck, joins us with more. Keri Jones-Fonnesbeck: Our families and communities depend on people who show up — teachers, first responders, healthcare workers, and small business owners. Yet, stress and adversity are hurting Utahns, impacting how we think, respond, and connect. Trauma-Informed Utah exists to guide organizations in strengthening them from the inside out, from schools and healthcare providers to justice systems — Trauma-Informed Utah is shaping a future where every Utahn is met with understanding rather than judgment. With evidence-based tools, we offer training, consulting, and planning around implementing practical, trauma-informed principles and solutions. The importance of this work cannot be overstated. Research indicates people are experiencing unprecedented levels of stress and disconnection. We need organizations not to add to that stress and adversity but instead work side-by-side to grow resilience in the people they employ and serve. Trauma-Informed Utah is building healthy systems by building healthy people. Derek Miller: Trauma‑Informed Utah is transforming communities statewide, helping organizations foster resilience and healing. Learn more about their impactful work and access resources at traumainformedutah.org. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 2/6/26