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8 February 2010

Utah Business Recognizes Outstanding Business Leaders at Forty Under 40 Event

by Jared Preusz

08 February 2010—

Not everyone can say they have made a significant impact on business by the time they reach age 40. Utah is full of exceptions, since it is home to a business community that is both young and energetic, and full of leaders who are willing to go the extra mile. Utah Business magazine honored 40 of the state’s outstanding, youthful leaders during its Forty under 40 event yesterday.

With no exception, this year’s lineup included a talented group of serial entrepreneurs, technology innovators and finance gurus—each of them bringing something unique to Utah’s growing economy.

“Each year, the selection of the Forty under 40 becomes more and more difficult as Utah has long been known for its youthful and vibrant business industry,” said Martin Lewis, publisher and editor-in-chief of Utah Business. “Even in these dark and uncertain times, it is inspiring to hear of business successes anywhere, but especially here in our great state.”

Each business leader honored at the Forty under 40 event expressed their appreciation as well as some philosophies and practices that have helped them succeed. Donna Lifsey Foster, co-owner and partner of FUEL Marketing, said the people she loves is what keeps her going.

“What motivates me most is my family,” said Foster, adding that she hopes to be a great role model for her son and pave the way for him to have a successful future.

Many honored at the event said a great leader is someone who listens to others, loves the job, incorporates wisdom into their work, keeps everything in the right perspective and is not afraid to make mistakes. David Utrilla, president of U.S. Translation Company, summed it up best when he said, “A good leader is someone who motivates by example.”

The Utah Business 2009 Forty under 40:

Dave Chase, CFO, Provo Craft

Robert Vandenberg, President, Lingotek

David R. Parkinson, Partner, Holme Roberts & Owen, LLP

Drew Peterson, President and CEO, Veracity Communications

Carin L. Maurer, CFO/Vice President, Family First Credit Union

Darren Jensen, International President, Agel Enteprises

David Utrilla, President, U.S. Translation Company

Julianna Freire, Associate Professor, University of Utah, Co-Founder and CTO, VisTrails, Inc.

Cory R. Moore, Vice President, Big-D Construction

Brandon Mackay, President/CEO, SnugZ USA

David R. Werner, President/CEO, vLender.com

Mike Sumsion, President/CEO, iTransact, Inc.

Donna Lifsey Foster, Co-Owner, Partner, FUEL Marketing

Aaron Y. Peterson, Executive VP of Sales – Satellite Offices & Owner, Prosper, Inc.

H. Eric Smith, First Vice President, CB Richard Ellis

Matt Aaron, CFO/Vice President of Globalization, ACULIS, Inc.

Allan Hwang, CMO, 1-800-CONTACTS

David Entwistle, CEO, University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics

Hayden Hartland, President/CEO, Spearstone, LLC

Jacob C. Heugly, Senior Vice President/Manager of Sales and Marketing, Treasury Management, Zions Bank

Brad Plowman, Co-owner, Partner, FUEL Marketing

Chris Finken, Executive Vice President, of Research & Development/Co-founder, OrangeSoda, Inc.

Andrew K. Smith, President, Axis Pointe, Inc.

Greg Ellis, Entrepreneur, Sharp English/Carefit

Matthew Schneck, President/COO, Simplicity Group

Sam Peterson, Senior Vice President of Technology, Overstock.com

John R. E. Redd, Financial Advisor, AAMS, Edward Jones

Jason Mathis, Executive Director, Downtown Alliance

Zach Anderson, Principal, NAI Utah Commercial Real Estate, Inc.

Nathan Gardner, CEO, Costa Vida

Mike Herring, CFO, Omniture

Seth Bailey, Vice President, Consumer Division, DirectPointe

Kate Maloney, CEO, CostumeCraze, LLC

Spencer Ferguson, Founder/President, Wasatch Software

Leslie Morton, Vice President/Regional Office Manager, Psomas

Jeremy D. Hafen, Vice President of Administration, Clyde Companies, Inc.

Sean Michael Slatter, CEO, Logistic Specialties, Inc. (LSI), Shipley Associates

Teegan Clark, President, Nexeo LLC

Stuart Farmer, Founder/President, Open Air Cinema, LLC

Luke Sorenson, Managing Director, Sorenson Capital Partners

 


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