In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Tunisha Brown, the visionary founder of Impact Magazine, to discuss her journey of empowering, encouraging, and educating Black communities and their supporters. Tunisha shares her experiences from starting the magazine 17 years ago to building a platform that celebrates Black excellence and fosters understanding across diverse communities.

00:00 - Introduction and Event Purpose
01:04 - Partnering with Josh James and Hosting Events
01:45 - Origin of Impact Magazine
03:09 - Learning the Magazine Business
04:01 - Early Challenges and First Advertisers
06:10 - Writing and Editing the Magazine
07:31 - Importance of Controlling Your Own Narrative
08:06 - Owning Your Story
10:52 - Consistency and Growth of Impact Magazine
12:41 - Moving to Utah and Initial Impressions
16:38 - Experience Living in Utah
17:30 - Key People and Networking in Utah
20:38 - Empowering Black Teens and Career Exploratory Summit
22:15 - Health and Wellness Issues in the Black Community
23:26 - Mental Health During the Pandemic
28:14 - Identity and Success in Business
29:52 - Authenticity and Influencers
31:47 - Faith and Interfaith Interactions in Utah
33:07 - Seeing Everyone as Human
34:02 - Politics and Business in Utah
36:29 - Admired Writers and Their Influence
38:01 - Power of Writing and Media
39:34 - Bridging Divides Through Events
41:48 - How to Connect and Partner with Impact Magazine
42:55 - Gratitude and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Silicon Slopes Podcast, we dive deep into the intricacies of effective human systems within organizations with our special guest, Ed. With over 20 years of experience in engineering and organizational consulting, Ed shares his unique insights on what makes a company thrive.

00:00 - Introduction to Effective Human Systems
01:17 - Guest Introduction and Background
02:17 - The Concept of Iterative Management
03:46 - Examples of Effective Companies
04:33 - Discussion on OpenAI and Executive Turnover
06:10 - Silicon Slope Summit Announcement
07:54 - Characteristics of Great Leaders
09:33 - Managing Company Silos
11:01 - Leadership Styles: Brutal vs. Diplomatic
14:04 - Success of Brutal Leaders like Elon Musk and Steve Jobs
15:55 - Impact of AI on Human Systems
17:55 - A Day in the Life of the Guest's Consulting Work
19:04 - Guest's Background and Connection to Texas
19:50 - First Steps in Implementing Iterative Management
22:43 - Writing and Response to the Book "Iterate"
24:07 - Grading Today's Leaders
26:32 - Challenges in Public Sector Leadership
29:48 - Guest's Visit to Silicon Slopes and Thoughts on Utah
30:05 - Comparison of Austin and Utah as Startup Ecosystems
32:00 - How to Get in Touch with the Guest
33:37 - Life Under Iterative Management
35:56 - Paul Graham's Essay on Founder Mode and Bureaucracy

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In this episode of the Silicon Slopes Podcast, we dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Jeff Burningham and his partners as they transition from Peak Ventures to Element Ventures. Join us as we explore their experiences in the world of real estate, venture capital, and politics.

00:00 - Jeff Burningham's Governor Run: Initial Thoughts
01:10 - Big Announcement: Element Ventures
03:03 - Meeting and Starting Peak Capital
04:38 - Founding Peak Capital Partners During the Great Recession
07:49 - Early Success and Challenges
09:36 - Transition to Venture Capital: Peak Ventures
12:21 - Utah Tech Boom in 2014
15:18 - Evolution of Peak Ventures to Album and Element
16:00 - Investing Through Family Offices
17:51 - Flexibility of Family Offices
18:28 - Silicon Slope Summit Announcement
20:12 - Reflecting on Jeff B's Governor Run
23:21 - Surprises and Reactions to the Governor Run
23:50 - Current Exciting Sectors in Utah: AI and Pre-Seed Investments
24:41 - Investing in Mid-Sized Companies and Aggregation
25:59 - Energy Investments and Future Prospects
26:16 - Reflecting on Key Years in Utah Tech: 2014, 2017, 2025
29:45 - Reasons for Optimism in 2025
31:22 - National Tech Influence in Government
32:21 - Government Efficiency and Innovation
34:06 - Elon Musk's Influence and Government Spending
35:31 - AI's Impact on Venture Capital
36:04 - Building Generational Companies in Utah
38:32 - AI's Role in Venture and Investment Decisions
41:03 - The Future of AI and Solo Founders
42:24 - The Role of AI in Real Estate
42:45 - Web 3 and Blockchain: Trends and Future

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In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative work of "The Light in Us" and the "HEARE Brotherhood" with our special guest. Discover how these initiatives are creating spaces for deeper connection, vulnerability, and personal growth through retreats and community-building activities.

00:00 - Introduction
00:14 - The Light in Us: Origins and Purpose
00:57 - The Power of Intentional Community Building
01:29 - Applying Branding Principles to Personal and Family Life
02:00 - Exploring Men's Retreats
03:03 - The Evolution Project and Brian Hurd's Influence
04:06 - Creating the First Men's Retreat
05:09 - The Birth of HEARE Brotherhood
06:25 - Curating Retreat Groups
07:36 - The Light in Us: Faith-Centered Retreats
08:04 - Integrating Mindfulness and Spirituality
09:07 - Personal Journey and Need for Deeper Connection
10:10 - Christ-Centered Yoga and Spiritual Practices
11:27 - Defining Family Values and Purpose
13:01 - Retreat Formats and Activities
14:01 - Making Retreats Accessible and Affordable
15:44 - Locations and Unique Retreat Experiences
18:30 - Challenges in Building HEARE Brotherhood
19:41 - Managing Online Community Growth
22:06 - Financial Sustainability and Business Models
25:25 - Subscription Models and Community Offerings
28:02 - Global Reach and Community Impact
34:42 - Mental Health and Vulnerability in Men
40:25 - Naming the Initiatives: HEARE and The Light in Us
42:01 - How to Get Involved

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In this insightful episode, we sit down with the CEO of Intermountain Health to discuss the evolving landscape of healthcare. With over 28 years of experience at Intermountain, our guest shares his journey from Chief Operating Officer to CEO, the challenges and opportunities that come with the role, and the unique history of Intermountain Health.

00:00 - Competing in Healthcare: Focusing on Disease
00:55 - Transition to CEO: Experience and Challenges
02:16 - New Children's Hospital and Rebranding
04:15 - History of Intermountain Health
08:39 - Community Engagement and Sponsorships
10:24 - BYU's New Medical School and Doctor Shortage
12:08 - Healthcare Staffing Shortages
14:01 - Impact of the Pandemic on Healthcare Workers
18:27 - Collaboration with the University of Utah
21:23 - Silicon Slope Summit Announcement
23:03 - Partnerships with the University of Utah
23:39 - AI and Technology in Healthcare
30:47 - Intermountain Ventures and Health Tech Innovation
38:29 - A Day in the Life of a CEO

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In this episode of the Silicon Slopes Podcast, we dive deep into the future of education with Courtney Hills McBeth, the Chief Academic Officer and Provost at Western Governors University (WGU). Join us as we explore how AI and technology are revolutionizing the learning experience, making education more accessible, personalized, and affordable.

00:00 - Introduction
00:23 - The role of AI in education
01:18 - Meet Courtney Hills McBeth
02:06 - WGU's mission and vision
03:27 - The history of WGU
04:34 - WGU's structure and offerings
06:43 - Responding to workforce needs
07:04 - Developing new programs at WGU
08:31 - The future of AI in education
10:43 - Personalized learning experiences
12:12 - Silicon Slope Summit announcement
13:51 - The future of classrooms with AI
16:00 - Democratizing learning with AI
18:00 - Enhancing faculty roles with AI
20:02 - The balance between self-driven learning and tutoring
21:34 - The future of one-on-one tutoring with AI
23:16 - The importance of accreditation and validation
25:25 - Work-based pathways and experiences
28:23 - Skills needed by employers
29:45 - The value of liberal arts education
31:29 - Building digital communities
33:26 - The impact of AI on jobs and industries
35:18 - The role of community in education
37:30 - WGU Connect and peer interactions
38:54 - The importance of location in education
40:28 - Flexibility and personalization at WGU
41:39 - Closing remarks

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In this enlightening episode of the Silicon Slopes Podcast, we sit down with Mary Beckerle, CEO of Huntsman Cancer Institute, to discuss groundbreaking advancements in cancer research and treatment. Discover how the Utah Population Database and collaborative efforts with institutions like the University of Utah and Intermountain Healthcare are revolutionizing cancer care.

00:00 - Inherited Cancer Susceptibility
01:05 - Introduction and Personal Connection
02:04 - Progress in Cancer Research
03:03 - Advances in Cancer Treatment
03:25 - Collaboration in Utah
04:24 - Children's Cancer Research
05:24 - Fertility Considerations
05:46 - Unique Healthcare Partnership
06:11 - Spirit of Collaboration
07:08 - Localized Cancer Care
08:00 - New Cancer Center in Vineyard
09:05 - Educational Collaborations
12:27 - BYU's Medical School
13:01 - Addressing Rural Cancer Care
14:10 - Huntsman at Home Program
15:43 - Medical Data Challenges
16:33 - Legacy of John Huntsman
18:10 - Contributions to Cancer Genetics
20:10 - Personalized Medicine
21:46 - National Recognition
22:42 - Silicon Slope Summit
24:26 - John Huntsman's Vision
26:31 - Personal Recollections
27:03 - Career Path
31:17 - Future of Cancer Treatment
34:24 - Challenging Cancers
35:06 - Lung Cancer Treatment
36:10 - Evolution of Treatment Methods
37:01 - CAR-T Cell Therapy
38:51 - Typical Day of a CEO
40:06 - AI in Cancer Research
42:31 - AI and Health Initiatives
45:26 - Talent Pipeline
47:32 - Relationship with University of Utah

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In this episode of The Silicon Slopes Show, we dive deep into the exciting world of tech and entrepreneurship in Utah. We kick off with some thrilling news about the Silicon Slope Summit, Utah's premier grassroots tech event, which is now free for all Utahns for the first time ever! Join us as we discuss the return of the Summit to its original January dates, coinciding with the Sundance Film Festival, and the introduction of Startup Alley, where entrepreneurs can pitch their ideas to global investors.
Our special guest, Paul, makes his second appearance on the show. Paul shares insights from his legendary book "Nail It Then Scale It," co-authored with Dr. Nathan Furr, and discusses its relevance in the AI era. He also talks about his extensive experience with startups, his investment journey, and his current focus on building companies through Alta Labs.
We delve into Paul's inspiring work with the Health 3 Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting blood cancer patients. Learn about their innovative approaches to aggregating patient data, matching patients to clinical trials, and accelerating cancer research. Paul also shares personal stories, including his family's battle with cancer and their mission to cure it.
Tune in to hear about Paul's various ventures, including IsoTalent, Obra, and Meridian Therapeutics, and his involvement with Grip6, a Utah-based minimalist design company. Discover what makes Utah a unique and thriving hub for entrepreneurs and how we can preserve its special community spirit.

00:00 - Introduction to Silicon Slope Summit
01:44 - Welcome back, Paul!
02:07 - Partnership with Tech Buzz News
03:04 - Discussion on "Nail It Then Scale It" in the AI era
07:48 - Insights on startup principles and AI
14:01 - Health 3 Foundation and cancer research
30:32 - Utah's unique entrepreneurial spirit
37:40 - Paul's daily routine and ventures
40:36 - What makes Utah special
45:08 - Maintaining Utah's community spirit

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In this episode, Clint Betts sits down with Burke Olsen, a prominent figure in Utah's media landscape, to discuss his fascinating career journey and the dynamic world of journalism and media. From his early days in PR to his current role at the Deseret News, Burke shares insights into the challenges and triumphs of the industry.

00:00 - Introduction and Provo's Vibrant Scene
01:07 - Silicon Slopes and Fiji Water
01:23 - Introducing Burke Olsen
01:50 - Early Career in PR and Journalism
02:32 - Olympic Experience and Career Growth
03:13 - Graduate School and Boutique PR Firm
03:50 - Joining Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life
05:05 - Silicon Slope Summit Announcement
06:01 - Transition to Digital Media and Deseret News
07:18 - First Role at Deseret News
08:18 - Digital Disruption and Content Strategy
09:19 - General Manager and Digital Integration
10:16 - Journalistic Accountability and Analytics
11:38 - Joining Pew Research Center Board
13:00 - Geographic and Ideological Diversity
14:09 - Deseret News' National Reach and Strategy
15:21 - KSL Classifieds and Digital Success
16:35 - KSL's Unique Market Position
17:42 - KSL's Simplicity and User Needs
18:11 - KSL TV and Radio Success
19:12 - KSL's Regional Radio Stations
20:00 - Balancing Commerce and Information
21:04 - Media Bias and Objective Reporting
22:32 - Deseret News' National Strategy
24:09 - Deseret News' Unique Position and Mission
25:12 - Church Ownership and Editorial Independence
27:09 - Religious Liberty and Specialized Coverage
28:54 - External Perception of Deseret News
30:07 - Relationship with Salt Lake Tribune
31:37 - Dissolution of Joint Operating Agreement
32:52 - Tribune's Coverage and Revenue Challenges
33:56 - Deseret News' Approach to Paywalls
35:10 - Successful Subscription Models Elsewhere
36:39 - Diversifying Revenue Streams
37:32 - Building User Habits and Loyalty
38:00 - Deseret News' Unique Voice and Community
39:02 - Role of Editorial Boards
40:07 - Editorials and Public Opinion
42:01 - Editorials' Impact on Coverage
43:11 - Example from Salt Lake Tribune

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Welcome to another exciting episode of our podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Tim, the Director of Entrepreneurship for the State of Utah, to discuss the innovative initiatives and programs aimed at fostering entrepreneurship in Utah.
Tim shares his journey, insights, and the unique challenges he faces in his role. We delve into the Startup State Initiative, the importance of community support, and the future of Utah's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode is packed with valuable information and inspiration.

00:00 - Introduction and Tim's Role
00:17 - Dress Code in the Governor's Office
00:33 - Tim's Initial Experience and Attire
00:45 - The Startup State Initiative
01:07 - Promoting Utah's Entrepreneurship
01:58 - The Challenge of Event Awareness
02:34 - Evolution of Utah's Entrepreneurial Events
03:24 - The Role of Silicon Slopes
04:06 - Tim's Official Title and Responsibilities
04:53 - Branding Utah as the Startup State
05:29 - Comparing Utah to Silicon Valley
06:07 - Utah's Unique Appeal
06:34 - Tim's Experience in New York
06:45 - The Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in Utah
07:07 - Encouraging Small Businesses
08:00 - The Importance of Grassroots Entrepreneurship
09:03 - The Role of Small Business Development Centers
09:36 - Competition in the Community
10:07 - Utah's Sales Force and Business Models
11:11 - The Reality of Startup Finances
12:22 - The Importance of Community Support
13:23 - The Role of Trust in Leadership
14:32 - Addressing Fraud in Utah
15:04 - Different Types of Entrepreneurs
16:34 - Rain Clouds for Utah's Tech Future
17:58 - The Future of Utah's Tech Industry
19:06 - The Role of Private Equity
20:01 - The Impact of AI on Small Businesses
21:16 - The Importance of Big Business in Utah
22:11 - The Role of Aerospace and Agriculture
23:01 - The Potential of Bio and Health Tech
24:06 - The Challenges of Deep Tech
25:06 - The Future of Tech and AI
26:11 - The Get Started Program
27:38 - Overcoming Governmental Challenges
28:19 - The Startup Dashboard
29:01 - The Role of Human Interaction
30:28 - The Importance of Community Building
31:58 - The Future of Utah's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
33:03 - The Role of Give First in the Community
34:53 - Working for Governor Cox
36:18 - The Political Aspect of the Role
37:28 - Traveling the State
38:22 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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