Utah governor, companies to connect with tech firms on UK trade mission

By Joey Ferguson

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah governor Gary Herbert and a group of small businesses will head to the United Kingdom on a trade mission where they will network with technology companies.

The trip will be on July 8th to the 10th. The Governor’s Office of Economic Development is accepting applications for its $2,250 match grant award provided through the State Trade and Export Promotion program. Applicants will have to pay 25 percent of the grant, or up to $750.

The trip includes a Utah reception in downtown London, a visit with companies in the city and a private tour of Cambridge University.

Some of the companies on the touring list include, Level 39, Tech City and One Nucleus.