Danny Stewart is the Associate Vice President of the Utah Inland Port Authority. Before working for UIPA Danny served as Director of Economic Development for Cedar City and Iron County. He continues to work to bring new businesses and growth to Utah!

The Explore Local Podcast is presented by Visit Cedar City Brian Head and hosted by David Johnson, Cedar City Economic Development Director.

Jeremy Waite is the Innovation Center Manager for the Cedar City Business & Innovation Center. He is also an avid pickleball player, and helps run the local pickleball leagues and tournaments in addition to teaching pickleball classes for SUU. Jeremy is also a business owner of Squatch Threads where they sell high quality pickleball paddles at an affordable price.

The Explore Local Podcast is presented by Visit Cedar City Brian Head and hosted by David Johnson, Cedar City Economic Development Director.

Kathleen Gonder started her career at Great Basin National Park in 1989. Since then she has worked at six other National Park Service sites: Dinosaur National Monument, Golden Spike National Historic Site, the Albright Training Center, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Curecanti National Recreation Area, and Bryce Canyon National Park. She is currently the superintendent for Cedar Breaks National Monument.

The Explore Local Podcast is presented by Visit Cedar City Brian Head and hosted by David Johnson, Cedar City Economic Development Director.

Alyssa Fain is the General Manager at KJ Ice Barn, an NHL size ice rink in Enoch, Utah. Alyssa shared the story of building the facility, naming it after her late mother, and their premier league team the Iron County Yetis.

The Explore Local Podcast is presented by Visit Cedar City Brian Head and hosted by David Johnson, Cedar City Economic Development Director.

Diane Bealer is the owner of Little Village Retreat, a glamping resort in Kanarraville, Utah! Diane has prioritized community engagement through hosting events and collaborating with other women-owned glamping resort owners. She is firmly committed to the belief that a rising tide lifts all ships and is determined to play a pivotal role in elevating the Iron County community.

The Explore Local Podcast is presented by Visit Cedar City Brian Head and hosted by David Johnson, Cedar City Economic Development Director.

Jon Dail is the owner of The Grind Coffeehouse in Cedar City, Utah. The Grind Coffeehouse, located in the heart of downtown and is a beloved spot for locals and visitors alike. Known for its inviting atmosphere and expertly crafted coffee. John also roasts his own coffee with beans sourced from all around the world, check out his roasting company Formation Coffee.

Kade Bryant is the owner of the Brian Head General Store and the adjacent ice-skating rink in Brian Head, Utah. He shared his involvement in the community, his love for outdoors, and what is next for Brian Head, Utah.

Heather Young is an entrepreneur, wife and mother. She has a “just go for it” attitude that has helped her build her current business, the award winning Women’s Clothing Boutique, Front Porch Twang, from the ground up. Her mission is all about helping women (and everyone) find confidence in who they are TODAY along with empowering them to become the best versions of themselves.

The Explore Local Podcast is presented by Visit Cedar City Brian Head and hosted by David Johnson, Cedar City Economic Development Director.

Hayden Hawks is an American professional trail and ultramarathon runner. A Southern Utah native, Hawks began running cross-country in high school after playing baseball. He won high school state championships in the 1600m and 3200m, and later went on to run in the Division I team at Southern Utah University. Among Hayden’s accomplishments, he is the two time winner of the CCC 100K World Series Final, second and third place at Western States, and the Mountain Running World Champion First US Team.

The Explore Local Podcast is presented by Visit Cedar City Brian Head and hosted by David Johnson, Cedar City Economic Development Director.This episode is sponsored by:The Cedar City Business and Innovation Center. Dedicated to supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs, it provides resources and services aimed at fostering  business creation, growth, and retention. The center features the “Makerspace” where entrepreneurs and small businesses can have access to 3D printers, video production and photography equipment, t-shirt printing and more! Whether you’re starting a new venture or looking to expand an existing one, the Cedar City Business and Innovation Center offers the tools and guidance to help you succeed. To learn more and get involved, visit innovationcenter.cc

Olivia & Ian Small are the owners of Dippers in downtown Cedar City. Dippers serves handmade frozen bananas dipped in chocolate and all kinds of other toppings! They started selling them in a stand at local farmers markets and have recently moved into a brick and mortar building!

The Explore Local Podcast is presented by Visit Cedar City Brian Head and hosted by David Johnson, Cedar City Economic Development Director.

This episode is sponsored by:

The Cedar City Business and Innovation Center. Dedicated to supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs, it provides resources and services aimed at fostering  business creation, growth, and retention. The center features the “Makerspace” where entrepreneurs and small businesses can have access to 3D printers, video production and photography equipment, t-shirt printing and more! Whether you’re starting a new venture or looking to expand an existing one, the Cedar City Business and Innovation Center offers the tools and guidance to help you succeed. To learn more and get involved, visit innovationcenter.cc