Silicon Slopes | Leaders Interviewing Leaders

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

The cofounder of Coinlete, Xavier Jackson, joins Garrett Clark for this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show. Coinlete helps brands drive growth through tailoring collaborations with athletes and influencers, while focusing on cultural impact and innovative development. As a former athlete with a background in marketing, Xavier understands the importance in brand alignment and as such, has a knack for identifying top-tier opportunities. They talk about the importance of networking and developing business relationships, how these skills have helped Xavier in his career, and much more. Tune in to learn about establishing brand trust and tailoring growth opportunities! "Life happens best when everything's in alignment." 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

Garrett Clark is joined by Aaron Lentz (vice president of advisory and strategy) and Tim York (vice president of partnerships) at iC Consult for this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show. They dive into various topics including customer identity access management, optimizing customer experience, and helping customers achieve their goals. Preventing security breaches is so important in modern business and is a driver for many of the fear-based trends they're seeing in cybersecurity. Understanding how each company operates is at the core of iC Consult, and Aaron and Tim share what it's like navigating the various data laws and regulations globally. Tune in to learn more about protecting your company! "We can help them do the right thing so they're not wasting spend, because that money is hard to get for security."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

Founder of Revive Executive Branding, Jesse Gale joins Garrett Clark for this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show. They chat about the entrepreneur's journey and how life throws things at you when you least expect it, especially when you're in the trenches of business. Jesse's company helps executive resumes stand out to top employers through storytelling and professional resume writing. Jesse shares some tips for building better resumes like customization and leveraging unique skills and interests. Tune in to learn more about resume optimization! "It does speed up the process and should save recruiters time."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