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The Utah Business podcast highlights the big ideas, remarkable innovations, and extraordinary people who drive the Beehive State’s nation-leading economic success. Each episode brings you in-depth conversations with Utah’s leading entrepreneurs, innovators, and business mavericks, uncovering the strategies and passion that fuel their achievements. Join us to discover how these pioneering individuals are shaping Utah’s business present — and future. 

  1. What’s Next for Silicon Slopes?

    5D AGO

    What’s Next for Silicon Slopes?

    Silicon Slopes CEO Clint Betts reflects on 10 years of building Utah’s tech ecosystem — and what comes next. In a wide-ranging conversation with Utah Business Executive Editor Catherine Bennett, Betts discusses the evolution of Silicon Slopes, the future of Summit, the launch of Startup School and why he believes entrepreneurship should be accessible to the “99%,” not just venture-backed founders. He also shares candid thoughts on mental health, founder identity, AI’s rapid transformation of the workplace and the tension between growth and community in Utah’s business landscape. From policy and venture capital to family and leadership, Betts offers a grounded perspective on what matters most, and why success should never define self-worth. Founder Friday is a free monthly Utah Business event where founders share the real stories behind building companies — the risks, setbacks and lessons that shaped their success. To attend a future Founder Friday or see upcoming speakers, visit https://www.utahbusiness.com/events/

    53 min

  2. FEB 13

    Founder Friday: Proactive protection with Strider Technologies co-founder and CEO Greg Levesque

    In this January 2026 interview from a Utah Business Founder Friday event, executive editor Catherine Bennett and Strider Technologies co-founder and CEO Greg Levesque discussed the company's rapid growth and impact on global intelligence. As businesses experience increasing global threats, Strider brings strategic intelligence tech solutions that allow organizations to safeguard their most critical assets: intellectual property, talent and supply chains. In this conversation, CEO Greg Levesque offers insight into Strider’s proactive protection as it redefines global intelligence with its cutting-edge, AI-driven platform. Levesque shares lessons he has learned from launching a startup with his twin brother Eric Levesque, to the challenges of raising capital and identifying threats, and highlights his personal goal of “mission over margin." This event was sponsored by Kiln. Visit UtahBusiness.com to subscribe to our email newsletters and the magazine. Follow Utah Business online on LinkedIn, Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. This episode was produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

    43 min

  3. JAN 14

    Founder Friday: Owlet Baby Care co-founder Kurt Workman on transforming infant care while navigating FDA approval

    In this December 2025 interview from a Utah Business Founder Friday event, Executive Editor Catherine Bennett and Kurt Workman, co-founder of Owlet Baby Care, discuss succeeding in the competitive health and wellness market. Workman has dedicated the last decade to revolutionizing infant health, leading Owlet’s growth from its inception and overseeing research and development of the company’s pipeline, including the creation of the Owlet Smart Sock and its connected nursery ecosystem of products. In this live-event recording, he highlights the success he has found by staying close to customers, the challenges of navigating FDA approval, and his transition from CEO to board member. This event was sponsored by Kiln and Northwestern Mutual.  Visit UtahBusiness.com to subscribe to our email newsletters and the magazine. Follow Utah Business online on LinkedIn, Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. This episode was produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

    47 min

  4. 12/04/2025

    Forward Conference 2025: Turning Rivalry Into the Right Results

    On November 17, 2025, Utah Business held its third-annual Utah Business Forward conference in downtown Salt Lake City. At this one-day event, dozens of the best business minds in Utah gathered to share their knowledge in various industries, from product development and manufacturing to finance and entrepreneurship. Through panel discussions, breakaway sessions, and keynote speeches, these top business achievers shared strategies that help fuel Utah’s economy.  In this special Utah Business podcast, recorded live at the event, Utah Governor Spencer Cox moderates a conversation between two influential leaders, Brigham Young University President C. Shane Reese and University of Utah President Taylor Randall.   These accomplished presidents dive into the art of being productive rivals, embracing their competitive relationship while discovering innovative ways to collaborate. With insights on how businesses can learn from their approach to rivalries by valuing collaboration over division and finding ways to bridge gaps for shared success.  Visit UtahBusiness.com to subscribe to our email newsletters and the magazine. Follow Utah Business online on LinkedIn, Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. This episode was produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

    29 min

  5. 11/08/2025

    Founder Friday: The Liljenquist sisters on founding Baltic Born Clothing while prioritizing family

    In this October 2025 event from a Utah Business Founder Friday, executive editor Catherine Bennett interviews three sisters who created Baltic Born clothing. Angela Liljenquist, Allison Hunt, and Marianne Liljenquist started the brand in 2016 with a simple but powerful belief: that every woman deserves to feel confident, beautiful and strong no matter what stage of life she’s in. They came together, sacrificing their time and energy to create dresses and occasion wear with styles and fits that adjust to different times in a woman’s life. While it took years for the company to become profitable, the effort to craft quality, stylish dresses, listen to their customers and put hard work at the forefront has given their once-small business impressive, sustainable growth while prioritizing the things in life that matter most. This event was sponsored by Kiln and Northwestern Mutual.  Visit UtahBusiness.com to subscribe to our email newsletters and the magazine. Follow Utah Business online on LinkedIn, Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. This episode was produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

    48 min

  6. 10/13/2025

    Founder Friday: Intentional design and branding with Ayla & Co.’s founders Nikki and Brody Day

    In this September 2025 interview from a Utah Business Founder Friday event, executive editor Catherine Bennett is joined by Ayla & Co. co-founders Nikki and Brody Day. They discuss creating the perfect diaper bags for busy parents, intentional design and branding, and focusing on your business venture goals amid unexpected challenges.  This event was sponsored by Kiln and Northwestern Mutual.  Visit UtahBusiness.com to subscribe to our email newsletters and the magazine. Follow Utah Business online on LinkedIn, Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. This episode was produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

    52 min

  7. 08/28/2025

    Problem-solving through innovation and imagination with LiveView Technologies (LVT) founder Ryan Porter

    In this August 2025 interview from a Utah Business Founder Friday event, executive editor Catherine Bennett and LiveView Technologies (LVT) Founder and Chief Executive Officer, President Ryan Porter discuss problem-solving through innovation and imagination.   This event was sponsored by Kiln and Northwestern Mutual.  Visit UtahBusiness.com to subscribe to our email newsletters and the magazine. Follow Utah Business online on LinkedIn, Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. This episode was produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

    47 min
  8. Founder Friday: Talent-forward strategies with Pattern co-founder Dave Wright

    08/04/2025

    Founder Friday: Talent-forward strategies with Pattern co-founder Dave Wright

    In this July 2025 interview from a Utah Business Founder Friday event, assistant editor Kenzie Koehle and Pattern co-founder Dave Wright discuss talent-forward strategies behind the ecommerce acceleration platform’s $2B success. (1) Build a talent-first organization. (2) Lead top performers with a light touch. (3) Persist in building client relationships. (4) Ask for help and share your knowledge. This event was sponsored by Kiln and Northwestern Mutual.  Visit UtahBusiness.com to subscribe to our email newsletters and the magazine. Follow Utah Business online on LinkedIn, Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. This episode was produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

    43 min
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The Utah Business podcast highlights the big ideas, remarkable innovations, and extraordinary people who drive the Beehive State’s nation-leading economic success. Each episode brings you in-depth conversations with Utah’s leading entrepreneurs, innovators, and business mavericks, uncovering the strategies and passion that fuel their achievements. Join us to discover how these pioneering individuals are shaping Utah’s business present — and future. 

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  • Creator
    Utah Business
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Copyright © 2025 Utah Business. All Rights Reserved
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