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.
On September 30th, 2021, the Women’s Tech Council announced eight award winners from its twenty four finalists. Each woman was recognized for their influence and innovation in the technology sector in Utah.
Following are profiles and highlights of the eight award winners:
Community Leadership: Juliette Bautista, Founder and Director
On September 16th, Lehi-based Chatbooks was recognized by Fortune Magazine as the “Best Workplace for Women” for small to medium sized businesses (below 1,000 employees) in the U.S. in 2021. The ranking is awarded every year in a list of 75 from Fortune and Greatplacetowork.com, a group
Just last week, Blue Raven Solar announced its acquisition for $165 million, a huge win for CEO Ben Peterson after building the company for six year. For many startup founders, an acquisition offer is the ultimate validation of their business, the monetary payoff from late nights and early mornings, the
Just last week, Blue Raven Solar announced its acquisition for $165 million, a huge win for CEO Ben Peterson after building the company for six year. For many startup founders, an acquisition offer is the ultimate validation of their business, the monetary payoff from late nights and early mornings, the
On September 30th, 2021, the Women’s Tech Council announced eight award winners from its twenty four finalists. Each woman was recognized for their influence and innovation in the technology sector in Utah.
Following are profiles and highlights of the eight award winners:
Community Leadership: Juliette Bautista, Founder and Director
On September 16th, Lehi-based Chatbooks was recognized by Fortune Magazine as the “Best Workplace for Women” for small to medium sized businesses (below 1,000 employees) in the U.S. in 2021. The ranking is awarded every year in a list of 75 from Fortune and Greatplacetowork.com, a group
This is part three of a series on Utah's Polynesian entrepreneurs. See parts one, two, and four at the links.
Bronson Kaufusi grew up in a Provo home with five siblings and parents who all loved and played sports. His father, Steve Kaufusi, was a professional athlete himself,
Utah real estate mogul Brandon Fugal has made a name for himself in Utah as the most successful commercial real estate agent around, leading many of the most prominent developments in the state.
He’s also known internationally as the owner of Skinwalker Ranch, the infamous plot in Eastern Utah
In 2007, Tim Ferriss published his first and most well-known book, The 4-Hour Work Week. The book is set against the backdrop of Ferriss’ journey as a founder working 14-hour days to build his nutritional supplements business. Ferriss’ startup took over every aspect of his life, causing crippling stress and
This is part two of a series on Utah's Polynesian entrepreneurs. See parts one, three, and four at the links.
In this second part of our Polynesian tech and entrepreneurs series, we sat down with Sione Havilli. Havili is a Polynesian mentor, sitting on the board of Utah
This is part one of a series on Utah's Polynesian entrepreneurs. See parts two, three, and four at the links.
The Polynesian community is known for music, dancing, and performance in sports, even pursuing and succeeding in professional opportunities that are typically incredibly competitive. Pacific Islanders only make
