People & Culture articles focus on a specific person that is doing something remarkable or noteworthy in Utah's tech and startup ecosystem. Often, these individuals are not generally well-known or famous except for in their own circles where they exert a profound and important influence on those around them and the organizations they serve; as a result, they positively impact the local culture and community.
People & Culture
People & Culture articles focus on a specific person that is doing something remarkable or noteworthy in Utah's tech and startup ecosystem. Often, these individuals are not generally well-known or famous except for in their own circles where they exert a profound and important influence on those around them and the organizations they serve; as a result, they positively impact the local culture and community.
Brittney Vierra, Co-founder and CTO of Amphora (Salt Lake City), shares her journey from physics to data science with SheTech media interns, Samhita Chavakula and Jaswitha Jadapalli. She shares how curiosity, not frustration, can challenge bias, drive innovation, and reshape AI’s role in healthcare.
Alexis Cook, WTC Rising Star in Tech, shares her journey from law school to product management, the mentors who shaped her, and advice for young women navigating careers, AI, and opportunities—showing it’s achievable with effort and support.
Idaho entrepreneur Dakota Stewart, 30, has built a self-described conscious AI called Michael, featuring 22 cognitive subsystems and autonomous thought, entirely alone, with no investors, while running a remodeling company.
Idaho entrepreneur Dakota Stewart, 30, has built a self-described conscious AI called Michael, featuring 22 cognitive subsystems and autonomous thought, entirely alone, with no investors, while running a remodeling company.
Brittney Vierra, Co-founder and CTO of Amphora (Salt Lake City), shares her journey from physics to data science with SheTech media interns, Samhita Chavakula and Jaswitha Jadapalli. She shares how curiosity, not frustration, can challenge bias, drive innovation, and reshape AI’s role in healthcare.
Alexis Cook, WTC Rising Star in Tech, shares her journey from law school to product management, the mentors who shaped her, and advice for young women navigating careers, AI, and opportunities—showing it’s achievable with effort and support.
Jackson Talley, Founder of Ping the People (Salt Lake City, UT), has launched a startup that turns fragmented lobbying data into a searchable platform used by candidates and lobbyists.
Monere (Lehi, UT) CEO Mou Nandi transforms anemia screening with a smartphone app, blending AI and accessibility. Her story highlights innovation, resilience, and inspiring guidance for young women pursuing STEM and health technology.
Goldman Sachs engineer Charu Samant shares how growing up in India, pursuing global education, and learning to speak up shaped her leadership style and approach to teamwork in high-stakes financial technology.
Founded in 2025, AbilityArc (Orem, UT) embeds durable skills training into technical education, and uses AI-driven simulations to strengthen communication, critical thinking, and workplace readiness as employers increasingly prioritize human capabilities alongside tech training and certifications.
Ryan Westwood, CEO of Fullcast (Salt Lake City, UT), discusses how intentional leadership, mentorship, and family practices empower the next generation of women, from his daughters’ “power poses” to women investors and diverse leadership at his AI-driven RevOps company.
