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Leading with Connection: Career Lessons from Amanda Covington
December 3, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Hybrid Event
Free – $28.00
What does it take to build a meaningful, resilient career in communications? How do you nurture relationships, say “yes” to the right opportunities, and navigate change with confidence?
Join Utah PRSA for a special conversation with Amanda Covington, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at the Larry H. Miller Company. Amanda will share insights from more than two decades in corporate affairs, government relations, and executive leadership—spanning aerospace and defense, higher education, state government, and corporate communications.
In this session, Amanda will explore:
- How to intentionally build and nurture your network throughout your career
- Why having the courage to say “yes” to new opportunities can change your trajectory
- Practical ways to navigate adversity and uncertainty with clarity and strength
- What resilience looks like in real-life leadership and life outside of work
Whether you’re a student, an early-career professional, or a seasoned leader, you’ll walk away with practical perspectives on making brave career decisions, investing in relationships, and staying grounded in your values.
Guest Speaker
Amanda Covington is the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer for the Larry H. Miller Company
Amanda Covington is the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer for the Larry H. Miller Company, where she leads communications, government relations, and community initiatives. She previously served as Senior Vice President of Communications and Government Relations for Vista Outdoor Inc. and has more than 20 years of experience guiding corporate communications and public policy strategies.
Her background spans financial and crisis communications, media and public relations (domestic and international), corporate branding and advertising, digital and employee communications, legislative affairs, association work, and community relations.
Before her roles in the private sector, Amanda served as:
- Vice President of Corporate Communications for ATK (aerospace, defense, and commercial products)
- Assistant Commissioner for Public Affairs at the Utah System of Higher Education, where she led communications and legislative strategy for the State Board of Regents
- Deputy for Communications and spokesperson for Utah Governor Olene S. Walker
- Director of Communications for the Utah Department of Transportation
She began her career in broadcast journalism, working for Utah’s NBC and ABC affiliates.
Amanda is deeply engaged in community leadership. She serves as chair of the Utah Board of Higher Education, is an executive board member of the Utah Women’s Leadership Institute, sits on the advisory board for First Lady Abby Cox’s ShowUp Utah! Initiative, and serves on the boards of the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce and 47G Utah Aerospace & Defense. She has also served as a trustee for Weber State University and Davis Technical College.
In 2023, the Salt Lake Chamber honored her as an Athena, and she was recognized as one of Utah Business Magazine’s “30 Women to Watch.” She is a graduate of the University of Utah, with a bachelor’s degree in mass communication from the Honors College and a Master of Public Administration. Amanda enjoys spending time with her husband, two sons, and two dogs.
Locations
Join us in the way that works best for you:
- In-person Luncheon – Salt Lake City
Zions Bank Headquarters – Founders Room
Address: 1 S Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84133
(Park in the City Creek Center parking garage and proceed to the Zions Bank Founders Room on the 18th floor.) - In-person Watch Party – St. George
Utah Tech University
225 S Univ Ave, St. George, UT 84770 - Online – Zoom
Join us virtually from anywhere.
(Zoom link will be provided upon registration.)
