Silicon Slopes | The Entrepreneur Capital of the World

This episode is a deep dive into the world of food and beverage with Savory Fund co-founder Andrew Smith. We explore the vibrant culinary scene in Provo, Utah, and discuss the intricacies of scaling restaurant brands. From the charm of local favorites like Black Sheep and Communal to the rapid expansion of Swig and R&R Barbecue, Andrew shares his insights on what makes a restaurant concept successful and how to maintain quality while growing.00:08 Discussing the charm of downtown Provo00:00:46 What makes a restaurant concept stand out01:16 The importance of preserving a restaurant's unique essence02:08 The different mindsets of restaurant founders03:01 The life and legacy of Valter from Valter's Osteria04:56 Scaling R&R Barbecue and Swig06:06 The habitual nature of beverage consumers10:09 The journey from tech to food and beverage with Kneaders15:12 The structure and strategy of Savory Fund20:27 The shift towards niche investment funds24:24 The incredible achievements of Ryan Smith27:12 The potential and challenges of AI in the food industry31:14 The future of food delivery servicesIf 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.comShow Links: https://savoryfund.comSocial:Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw

In this episode, we sit down with Kyle Deever, the president of Performance Windows and the founder/CEO of Bad Bet Productions. Kyle shares his incredible journey from being $130,000 in debt to running a multi-million dollar business. He opens up about the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and how he turned his life around. Kyle also discusses the inception of Bad Bet Productions, a company born out of his desire to network and connect with people through podcasting.00:00 Introduction00:41 Kyle's financial struggles and early entrepreneurial failures03:11 The founding of Performance Windows05:07 Rapid growth and success of Performance Windows06:00 The birth of Bad Bet Productions08:26 The business model of Bad Bet Productions11:20 The importance of repetition and consistency in business14:05 The legacy aspect of podcasting16:10 The white glove service of Bad Bet Productions18:24 The partnership with Silicon Slopes21:16 The value of storytelling in business23:13 The excitement of learning from others' experiences25:03 The call to action for entrepreneursIf 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.comShow links: https://www.badbetproductions.comApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3eSocial:Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXyswApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e

Paramify founder & CEO, Kenny Scott, joins Clint Betts for this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show. Paramify is a platform that simplifies compliance reporting and documentation processes for cloud service providers. They chat about Kenny's journey as an entrepreneur including how he got involved in cyber security, the ups and downs of looking for business partners, and working with customers to solve complex problems. Having experience bootstrapping, Kenny talks about his methods of raising funds and successfully navigating partnerships with large enterprises by hiring the right talent to cultivate and maintain those relationships. Tune in to hear more advice for entrepreneurs about raising funds and working with investors! "I think it's really important that founders get really clear about product market fit; they get really clear that they're solving a problem that needs to be solved."If you enjoyed this episode and want to support us, please follow our show, leave a review, and share it with your friends. Check out our YouTube channel and subscribe so you don’t miss a Silicon Slopes Live video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.  Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.comShow links: https://www.motionops.com  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e  Social:Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e

Johnathan Aubrey, who is the CEO of Winning Despite Obstacles and the author of Am I Different?, joins Garrett Clark for this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show. Johnathan was born with cerebral palsy and he recounts a childhood story in his book with the hope of helping others understand that while having differences may be challenging, they also present golden opportunities for personal growth. He speaks about finding the motivation to improve and not getting hung up on the details along the way by focusing on the freedom attained by achieving one's dreams. They also talk about the five most common traits of those who seek and find inspiration in life. Tune in to learn more about Johnathan's story of overcoming obstacles. "Goals and dreams change all the time. Just get emotional enough [about it] that you can gain the freedom you're ultimately looking for."If you enjoyed this episode and want to support us, please follow our show, leave a review, and share it with your friends. Check out our YouTube channel and subscribe so you don’t miss a Silicon Slopes Live video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.  Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.comShow links: https://www.motionops.com  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e  Social:Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e

Sean Bingham, who is the founder and CEO at Tripio, joins Garrett Clark for this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show. Tripio is an app that creates custom itineraries with the best places to visit at your destination. They talk about how Sean came up with the idea for the app including working with travel fanatics to curate lists of the very best activities and food spots per city in the app. Sean shares his story from his time on Shark Tank and what it was like to make a deal as "the most entertaining Shark Tank pitch of all time." Tune in to learn more about Sean's global adventures in business! "We're basically doing all of the research for people."If you enjoyed this episode and want to support us, please follow our show, leave a review, and share it with your friends. Check out our YouTube channel and subscribe so you don’t miss a Silicon Slopes Live video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.  Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.comShow links: https://www.motionops.com  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e  Social:Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e

Kyle Reyes, the Vice President of Institutional Advancement at Utah Valley University, joins Garrett Clark for this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show. They talk about the mission behind UVU and how the school was started, as well as Kyle's role at the school in supporting students. Kyle talks about his book which engages in diverse perspectives and explores cultural experiences, with the aim of fixing the divide between humans. They discuss developing empathy as a skill, and using it as a tool to connect with people on a deeper level, and how it becomes second nature the more you work on it. Tune in to learn more about UVU, empathy, and asking questions to bridge the gaps in our differences! "In order for us to develop a greater understanding, I just need to listen to your story. It's hard for me to demonize you, the more I know about you, the more I actually see your vulnerability."If you enjoyed this episode and want to support us, please follow our show, leave a review, and share it with your friends. Check out our YouTube channel and subscribe so you don’t miss a Silicon Slopes Live video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.  Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.comShow links: https://www.motionops.com  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e  Social:Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e

David Politis, the founder of Utah Money Watch, joins Garrett Clark for this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show. Utah Money Watch is a news resource covering all things money for all industries and regions of the state, helping people better understand how Utah's money is being managed. They talk about David's process for researching companies in depth, and why transparency is so important for business. David shares some stories from his previous investigative journalism experiences and they chat about the upcoming presidential election, as well as the future of interest rates. Tune in to learn more about this important work! "I started Utah Money Watch as the first proof point to say, 'Is there a way that I can help anybody who's in Utah or is interested in Utah learn what's really going on from a monetary-financial standpoint and not just a regurgitation of press releases?'"If you enjoyed this episode and want to support us, please follow our show, leave a review, and share it with your friends. Check out our YouTube channel and subscribe so you don’t miss a Silicon Slopes Live video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.  Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.comShow links: https://www.motionops.com  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e  Social:Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e

Kevin McCloskey, the director of hockey operations for the Utah Outliers, joins Garrett Clark for this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show. They chat about all things hockey, including Kevin's experience with the NHL, finding talented people to join the team, and building a loyal fan base. With the NHL team being established in Utah, Kevin's excited to see locals getting more involved with the sport. They talk about coaching players and game prep, as well as future plans for the Outliers. Tune in to learn more about upcoming hockey events and how you can get involved! "Nothing is better than winning, and we've won a lot."If you enjoyed this episode and want to support us, please follow our show, leave a review, and share it with your friends. Check out our YouTube channel and subscribe so you don’t miss a Silicon Slopes Live video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.  Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.comShow links: https://www.motionops.com  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e  Social:Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e

The CEO and co-founder Stumbl, Meagen Johnson, joins Garrett Clark for this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show. Stumbl is a fashion company that sells top brands and designer items for much less than retail price with the goal of keeping apparel out of the landfills. In Meagen's experience, the key to being successful in the fashion industry is being flexible and adapting to new opportunities. They talk about her background as a marketing professional and how establishing trust between brands and consumers is vital for success in today's market. Meagen shares some of Stumbl's marketing tactics like email campaigns and working with influencers on social media. Tune in to learn more about starting a business, understanding your niche, and building a brand! "Because of what we're doing, we're able to expand the breadth of apparel both in men, women, and kids that we can take in different places and not be contained to what some of the old incumbents are trying to do, because everyone has an excess inventory problem."If you enjoyed this episode and want to support us, please follow our show, leave a review, and share it with your friends. Check out our YouTube channel and subscribe so you don’t miss a Silicon Slopes Live video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.  Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.comShow links: https://www.motionops.com  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e  Social:Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e

Managing Partner at Reef Capital Partners, Patrick Manning, joins Clint Betts for this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show. They talk about the upcoming Black Desert Championship and working to bring the PGA tour back to Utah. Working with the likes of Entrada, Black Desert, and Mayflower, Patrick shares some of the many upcoming and exciting projects that are in the works. They discuss the future of Utah and rallying the community together as the state experiences large-scale growth both for population and entrepreneurship. Tune in to learn more about the secrets of success and the bright future of Utah! "People have asked what's the secret of being able to have this type of success. I can tell you where it starts. It starts with caring about everybody...I'm talking about every single day, showing up. Every single day, finding out what other people's needs are."If you enjoyed this episode and want to support us, please follow our show, leave a review, and share it with your friends. Check out our YouTube channel and subscribe so you don’t miss a Silicon Slopes Live video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.  Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.comShow links: https://www.motionops.com  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e  Social:Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e