Silicon Slopes | The Entrepreneur Capital of the World SVP at Universal Media, Founder at W Collective and Co-Founder at Utah’s 40 Over 40, Robyn Cohen
Sep 4, 2024
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In this episode, Robyn, a prominent leader in the startup and tech community in Utah, shares her diverse background and experiences living in various cities across the globe. She discusses the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace and the challenges faced by women in achieving equality in Utah.
The conversation delves into the unique entrepreneurial landscape of Utah, where small consumer-based companies thrive but larger tech companies are less common. Clint and Robyn explore the potential for Utah to foster the growth of larger tech companies and the need for a more diverse range of businesses in the state.
Join the discussion as they analyze the impact of representation, opportunity, and breaking out of traditional mindsets to create a more inclusive and innovative business environment in Utah.
00:00 Introduction to Robyn and her background
04:33 Robyn's journey to Utah and her perspective on the state
06:23 Utah's position in the business and diversity landscape
10:33 Discussion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) becoming a political topic
19:00 Political dynamics in Utah and the role of opposition parties
25:49 Importance of equal access to opportunity and representation
32:09 Challenges and opportunities for women in leadership roles
36:37 Utah's unique culture and the need for diverse experiences
44:25 Balancing tradition and openness to new perspectives
47:27 Entrepreneurial landscape in Utah and the need for growth in larger companies
50:48 Discussion on building different types of companies in Utah and the potential for female entrepreneurs
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The conversation delves into the unique entrepreneurial landscape of Utah, where small consumer-based companies thrive but larger tech companies are less common. Clint and Robyn explore the potential for Utah to foster the growth of larger tech companies and the need for a more diverse range of businesses in the state.
Join the discussion as they analyze the impact of representation, opportunity, and breaking out of traditional mindsets to create a more inclusive and innovative business environment in Utah.
00:00 Introduction to Robyn and her background
04:33 Robyn's journey to Utah and her perspective on the state
06:23 Utah's position in the business and diversity landscape
10:33 Discussion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) becoming a political topic
19:00 Political dynamics in Utah and the role of opposition parties
25:49 Importance of equal access to opportunity and representation
32:09 Challenges and opportunities for women in leadership roles
36:37 Utah's unique culture and the need for diverse experiences
44:25 Balancing tradition and openness to new perspectives
47:27 Entrepreneurial landscape in Utah and the need for growth in larger companies
50:48 Discussion on building different types of companies in Utah and the potential for female entrepreneurs
If you enjoyed this video and want to support us please leave a LIKE, write a comment on this video and Share it with your friends. Subscribe to our channel on YouTube and click the icon for notifications when we add a new video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.
Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.com
Show Links: https://universalmediaus.com/
Social:
Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopes
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw