Untold

Jon Spiesman
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Welcome to the Untold podcast! Here, we're speaking with local businesses that are the best kept secrets of Utah. Find out their journey, their business challenges and tips, and hidden advice brought to light to help you with your own journey! We hope you enjoy! Please like, subscribe, and rate to never miss an episode! Jon

  1. SEP 16

    SE01E23 - Ben Cahoon on Startups, Snowboarding, and Scanning Poop with AI | Ben Cahoon | Untold

    Untold

    47 min

  2. SEP 9

    SE01E21 - Rebecca Dutson on Prevention, Purpose, and Parenting | Rebecca J. Dutson | Untold

    What if your toddler's tantrum is more than a phase?   In this episode of Untold – The Best Kept Secrets of Utah, we sit down with Rebecca Dutson, President and CEO of the Children’s Center Utah, to explore the groundbreaking work her organization is doing to support the mental health of our youngest children—those from birth to age six. With over six decades of service, the Children’s Center Utah is a trailblazer in early childhood mental health. Rebecca shares the science behind infant and toddler therapy, the lasting impact of trauma in the earliest years, and why the body remembers even when children can’t yet speak. Through evidence-based and trauma-informed care, the Center helps families heal and build stronger bonds—preventing long-term consequences before they take root. We also dive into Rebecca’s unique career path from banking to the nonprofit world, her 25+ years at United Way, and her insights into leadership, volunteerism, and building trust in mission-driven work. She breaks down how CCU is scaling their services with a 10-year expansion plan—including a new campus in Utah County—to serve more families across the state. This episode is both eye-opening and inspiring for anyone who cares about mental health, parenting, or creating lasting impact in their community. 👉 Connect with Jon for more on Leadership at www.linkedin.com/in/jonspiesman #EarlyChildhoodMentalHealth #LeadershipMatters #UtahNonprofits #TraumaInformedCare #ParentingSupport #UntoldPodcastWithJon

    37 min

  3. AUG 26

    SE01E20 - From the Legal Bar to Juice Bars - A Father's Leap of Faith | Brad Davis | Untold

    Untold

    40 min

  4. AUG 19

    SE01E19 - No Contracts, No Comfort Zones: Bruce Rowe’s Business Playbook | Bruce Rowe | Untold

    🚨 In this episode of Untold, Jon Spiesman talks with Bruce Rowe, CEO of Sebo Marketing — a Utah entrepreneur who runs his agency on principles most businesses wouldn’t dare touch. From running Spartan Beasts and endurance climbs to refusing to sign clients tp contracts and selling his company while staying CEO, Bruce breaks down how discomfort drives innovation. Hear how a single decision shaped Sebo’s philosophy, why team adventure trips aren’t frivolous, and how AI is shaking up search marketing.👉 Learn what it takes to build lasting culture, thrive in business transitions, and outlast industry trends — all while living deliberately. We hope you enjoyed this episode of Untold. Jon and the Untold podcast team Connect with Jon on LinkedIn where he shares leadership insights regularly:  www.linkedin.com/in/jonspiesman Book a free exploration call with Jon here: https://calendly.com/d/ytw-khm-4r5?utm_source=LI&utm_campaign=Bio Listen to Untold on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bshg8B2x1kX665eeYkk52Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/untold/id1805797903Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fa845f62-543e-44b2-a6f1-7704bccfc099/untold #UntoldPodcastwithJon #SeboMarketing #EntrepreneurLife #Leadership #UtahBusiness #DigitalMarketing#WorkforceDevelopment #BusinessLeadership #AccountingIndustry #EntrepreneurLessons #UntoldPodcastwithJon #UniversalAccounting#CompassionOverJudgment#EncouragingLeaders #UtahBusiness #EntrepreneurPodcast #SmallBusinessStories #UntoldPodcast #BusinessTips #StartupJourney #LocalBusinessUtah #HiddenGems #WeeklyPodcast #JonSpiesman #BusinessAdvice #podcastforentrepreneurs Untold is the podcast hosted by Jon Spiesman where we uncover the best-kept business secrets of Utah. Each week, we sit down with local entrepreneurs and business owners to explore their unique journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the lessons they've learned along the way. Whether you're building your own business or just love a good underdog story, you'll find hidden gems of advice and inspiration in every episode.

    49 min

  5. AUG 12

    SE01E18 - Bold Pivots, Viral Campaigns, and Leading in Tough Times | Chad Meyerson | Untold

    🚨 From Caribbean press conferences to the CEO seat at Downeast Clothing — Chad Meyerson’s leadership journey is a masterclass in bold pivots, disciplined turnarounds, and finding opportunity in tough spots. In this episode of Untold, Chad and host Jon Spiesman dig into what it takes to right-size a struggling brand, build loyal teams, and why “cut deeper, sooner” is a business survival skill but no one likes to hear it. Chad gets candid about tough layoffs, wild marketing stunts, and what he’s learning now as a leader. We hope you enjoyed this episode of Untold. Jon and the Untold podcast team Connect with Jon on LinkedIn where he shares leadership insights regularly:  www.linkedin.com/in/jonspiesman Book a free exploration call with Jon here: https://calendly.com/d/ytw-khm-4r5?utm_source=LI&utm_campaign=Bio Listen to Untold on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bshg8B2x1kX665eeYkk52Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/untold/id1805797903Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fa845f62-543e-44b2-a6f1-7704bccfc099/untold #UntoldPodcastwithJon #UtahBusiness #RetailLeadership #BusinessTurnaround #DowneastClothing #VocationalEducation #UtahEducation #DebtFreeCollege #WorkforceDevelopment #BusinessLeadership #AccountingIndustry #EntrepreneurLessons #UntoldPodcastwithJon #UniversalAccounting#CompassionOverJudgment#EncouragingLeaders #UtahBusiness #EntrepreneurPodcast #SmallBusinessStories #UntoldPodcast #BusinessTips #StartupJourney #LocalBusinessUtah #HiddenGems #WeeklyPodcast #JonSpiesman #BusinessAdvice #podcastforentrepreneurs Untold is the podcast hosted by Jon Spiesman where we uncover the best-kept business secrets of Utah. Each week, we sit down with local entrepreneurs and business owners to explore their unique journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the lessons they've learned along the way. Whether you're building your own business or just love a good underdog story, you'll find hidden gems of advice and inspiration in every episode.

    45 min

  6. AUG 5

    SE01E17 - Profit, Principle, and the Hardest Call I Ever Made | Roger Knecht | Untold

    Many business owners think accounting is about spreadsheets — but Roger Knecht knows it’s about the visibility you need to survive. In this episode, Roger, President of Universal Accounting, reveals the leadership lessons and tough calls behind building a business that thrives in one of the world’s less glamorous industries.From navigating AI disruptions in marketing to firing his own spouse for the good of the company, Roger shares what it really takes to lead, pivot, and stay profitable when the rules of business are constantly changing.If you’re an entrepreneur, business leader, or anyone hustling to build something meaningful, this episode is loaded with wisdom you won’t hear in textbooks. We hope you enjoyed this episode of Untold. Jon and the Untold podcast team Connect with Jon on LinkedIn where he shares leadership insights regularly:  www.linkedin.com/in/jonspiesman Book a free exploration call with Jon here: https://calendly.com/d/ytw-khm-4r5?utm_source=LI&utm_campaign=Bio Listen to Untold on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bshg8B2x1kX665eeYkk52Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/untold/id1805797903Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fa845f62-543e-44b2-a6f1-7704bccfc099/untold #Entrepreneurship #BusinessLeadership #VeteranOwned #UtahBusiness #BPO #RemoteWork #ACDDirect #UntoldPodcastwithJon #UntoldPodcast #MTech #VocationalEducation #UtahEducation #DebtFreeCollege #WorkforceDevelopment #BusinessLeadership #AccountingIndustry #EntrepreneurLessons #UntoldPodcastwithJon #UniversalAccounting#CompassionOverJudgment#EncouragingLeaders #UtahBusiness #EntrepreneurPodcast #SmallBusinessStories #UntoldPodcast #BusinessTips #StartupJourney #LocalBusinessUtah #HiddenGems #WeeklyPodcast #JonSpiesman #BusinessAdvice #podcastforentrepreneurs Untold is the podcast hosted by Jon Spiesman where we uncover the best-kept business secrets of Utah. Each week, we sit down with local entrepreneurs and business owners to explore their unique journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the lessons they've learned along the way. Whether you're building your own business or just love a good underdog story, you'll find hidden gems of advice and inspiration in every episode.

    47 min

  7. JUL 29

    SE01E16 - From F-16s to Full-throttle BPO | Noah Rosales | Untold

    What happens when military grit meets entrepreneurial grit? Meet Noah Rosales, Founder and CEO of ACD Direct, in this episode of Untold – The Best Kept Secrets of Utah. From his days working F-16s in Saudi Arabia to building one of the nation’s most trusted BPO companies for nonprofits and beyond, Noah shares the story of launching a company with $16,000 and sheer willpower. You’ll hear how ACD Direct survived near-collapse, adapted leadership lessons from the military, embraced remote work culture long before it was cool, and is now shaping the future of contact centers with AI and mission-matched agents. Plus — meet Jett, the company’s four-legged Chief Barketing Officer. This conversation is packed with wisdom for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone navigating leadership challenges in rapidly evolving industries. Don’t miss this inspiring founder story. Hit play now! We hope you enjoyed this episode of Untold. Jon and the Untold podcast team Connect with Jon on LinkedIn where he shares leadership insights regularly:  www.linkedin.com/in/jonspiesman Book a free exploration call with Jon here: https://calendly.com/d/ytw-khm-4r5?utm_source=LI&utm_campaign=Bio Listen to Untold on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bshg8B2x1kX665eeYkk52Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/untold/id1805797903Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fa845f62-543e-44b2-a6f1-7704bccfc099/untold #Entrepreneurship #BusinessLeadership #VeteranOwned #UtahBusiness #BPO #RemoteWork #ACDDirect #UntoldPodcastwithJon #UntoldPodcast #MTech #VocationalEducation #UtahEducation #DebtFreeCollege #WorkforceDevelopment #TechnicalTraining #EconomicMobility #LeadershipLessons #HigherEdInnovation #UntoldPodcastwithJon #IndigenousLanguages #LanguageAccess #CulturalPreservation #Entrepreneurship #MayaBridge #SocialImpact #LeadershipLessons #HumanDignity #UtahBusiness #UntoldPodcastwithJon #RescueMissionOfSaltLake #ChrisCroswhite #LeadershipWithPurpose #UtahNonprofits #HomelessnessCrisis #FaithDrivenLeadership #NonprofitBusiness #HumanDignity #CompassionOverJudgment#EncouragingLeaders #UtahBusiness #EntrepreneurPodcast #SmallBusinessStories #UntoldPodcast #BusinessTips #StartupJourney #LocalBusinessUtah #HiddenGems #WeeklyPodcast #JonSpiesman #BusinessAdvice #podcastforentrepreneurs Untold is the podcast hosted by Jon Spiesman where we uncover the best-kept business secrets of Utah. Each week, we sit down with local entrepreneurs and business owners to explore their unique journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the lessons they've learned along the way. Whether you're building your own business or just love a good underdog story, you'll find hidden gems of advice and inspiration in every episode.

    48 min

  8. JUL 22

    SE01E15 - The Business of Hope: How Chris Croswhite Is Changing Lives | Chris Croswhite | Untold

    In this powerful and personal episode of Untold – The Best Kept Secrets of Utah, host Jon Spiesman steps away from his usual lineup of for-profit founders to sit down with Chris Croswhite, Executive Director of the Rescue Mission of Salt Lake — a faith-based nonprofit tackling homelessness through compassion, transformation, and purpose.Chris shares a deeply human perspective on Utah’s growing homelessness crisis, the personal stories behind the problem, and the business realities of running a nonprofit organization. He discusses the life-defining role of leadership, faith, and purpose-driven decision making while offering insights on how business and nonprofit leaders alike can build lasting impact.💡 In this episode:How the Rescue Mission turns handouts into hand-upsWhy homelessness is a symptom, not the root problemThe surprising business skills needed to run a nonprofitHow faith drives leadership and purpose at every levelWhat it really takes to lead a mission that changes livesHow homelessness in Utah has changed — and what we can do about itThis episode is as much about leadership and values as it is about social impact. If you’re a business owner, leader, or someone seeking deeper purpose in your work — don’t miss this one. We hope you enjoyed this episode of Untold. Jon and the Untold podcast team Connect with Jon on LinkedIn where he shares leadership insights regularly:  www.linkedin.com/in/jonspiesman Book a free exploration call with Jon here: https://calendly.com/d/ytw-khm-4r5?utm_source=LI&utm_campaign=Bio Listen to Untold on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bshg8B2x1kX665eeYkk52Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/untold/id1805797903Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fa845f62-543e-44b2-a6f1-7704bccfc099/untold #UntoldPodcast #MTech #VocationalEducation #UtahEducation #DebtFreeCollege #WorkforceDevelopment #TechnicalTraining #EconomicMobility #LeadershipLessons #HigherEdInnovation #UntoldPodcastwithJon #IndigenousLanguages #LanguageAccess #CulturalPreservation #Entrepreneurship #MayaBridge #SocialImpact #LeadershipLessons #HumanDignity #UtahBusiness #UntoldPodcastwithJon #RescueMissionOfSaltLake #ChrisCroswhite #LeadershipWithPurpose #UtahNonprofits #HomelessnessCrisis #FaithDrivenLeadership #NonprofitBusiness #HumanDignity #CompassionOverJudgment#EncouragingLeaders #UtahBusiness #EntrepreneurPodcast #SmallBusinessStories #UntoldPodcast #BusinessTips #StartupJourney #LocalBusinessUtah #HiddenGems #WeeklyPodcast #JonSpiesman #BusinessAdvice #podcastforentrepreneurs Untold is the podcast hosted by Jon Spiesman where we uncover the best-kept business secrets of Utah. Each week, we sit down with local entrepreneurs and business owners to explore their unique journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the lessons they've learned along the way. Whether you're building your own business or just love a good underdog story, you'll find hidden gems of advice and inspiration in every episode.

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Welcome to the Untold podcast! Here, we're speaking with local businesses that are the best kept secrets of Utah. Find out their journey, their business challenges and tips, and hidden advice brought to light to help you with your own journey! We hope you enjoy! Please like, subscribe, and rate to never miss an episode! Jon

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