In this episode, we take a nostalgic journey back to 2002, a pivotal year that many believe was the catalyst for Utah's tech boom. Our hosts discuss the significant impact of the 2002 Winter Olympics on the state's entrepreneurial landscape, highlighting key figures like Mike Leavitt and Mitt Romney, and their roles in attracting Silicon Valley talent and venture capital to Utah.

00:00 - The Impact of the 2002 Olympics on Utah's Growth
01:05 - Mike Leavitt's Role in Attracting Silicon Valley to Utah
02:08 - Fraser Bullock's Influence and Contributions
02:48 - Presentation Highlights and Emotional Moments
04:03 - Attending Olympic Events: Gymnastics, Handball, and More
06:52 - Controversies and Unity at the Olympics
08:30 - The Olympics' Role in Promoting Global Unity
09:43 - Personal Reflections and Renewed Patriotism
11:00 - Steph Curry's Impact on Basketball
12:40 - The Global Rise in Basketball Competitiveness
13:28 - The Intensity and Emotion of Olympic Competitions
14:31 - Comparing Paris and New York as Great Cities
14:53 - Updates and Achievements at Pelion Venture Partners
17:53 - Pelion's Focus on Utah and Its Evolution
20:04 - The Influence of Josh James and Omniture
21:26 - Pelion's New Building and Community Focus
24:17 - The Divvy Story: Rapid Growth and Successful Exit
27:33 - Reflections on Divvy's Sale to Bill.com
28:56 - Challenges Faced by Divvy During COVID-19
30:03 - Integrating Divvy Talent into Pelion
30:56 - The Investor Operator Podcast (IO)
31:52 - The Changing Landscape of Venture Capital
34:35 - The State of Venture Capital in Utah
36:56 - The Role of Family Offices in Early-Stage Venture
39:05 - Divvy's Ranking Among Pelion's Biggest Returns
40:13 - The Evolution of Early-Stage Funding
42:49 - Bryce Roberts and the NDVC Movement
45:46 - The Current State of Utah's Startup Ecosystem

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