By integrating small businesses into business strategies, organizations can align with community values and reinforce Utah’s cultural identity and sustainability.
Listen to this month’s podcast episode, featuring Ryan Porter, founder of LVT.
By integrating small businesses into business strategies, organizations can align with community values and reinforce Utah’s cultural identity and sustainability.
Listen to this month’s podcast episode, featuring Ryan Porter, founder of LVT.

Featured Stories

How Blue Unicorn co-founders Jason and Meradith Christensen and Luke Tolley created a legendary protein bar.
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Downtown Salt Lake City isn’t just the geographic center of our capital — it’s the cultural and economic heart of Utah.
Jetsetting must-haves from Christoph Gorder, executive director of Airbnb.org.
OZ incentives and reporting reshaped for real estate investors and developers
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At Kickstart, we meet hundreds of founders each year — many with compelling ideas and early traction.
In the face of a rapidly changing job market, Waterford School makes the case for broad education instead of career pipelines.
The Iron Springs Inland Port Project Area uses transload facilities and strategic partnerships to attract businesses, boost infrastructure and create jobs while keeping tax benefits local.
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Press Releases

Run Ventures announced the launch of a $290 million early-stage venture capital fund focused on leading Series A investments for technology companies in high-growth ecosystems across the United States.
The Trail introduces premium residential living, affordable housing component near Station Park.
The lifestyle audio brand will relocate its headquarters and usher in the next era of the brand in the Kimball Junction area of Park City.
Residents of Eagle Mountain, Utah’s third fastest growing city, no longer have to drive to Saratoga Springs for everyday shopping needs.

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Founder Stories

How Blue Unicorn co-founders Jason and Meradith Christensen and Luke Tolley created a legendary protein bar.
With functional diaper bags made of premium leather, Ayla & Co helps busy parents stay stylish and organized.
Veteran entrepreneur Ben Hodson is on a journey to remake a traditionally tech-wary contractor services industry.
How Ryan Porter’s vision transformed video surveillance.
With innovative styles and a wider host of sizes, Manly Bands co-founders John Ruggiero and Michelle Luchese offer rings as diverse as the men who wear them.
With functional diaper bags made of premium leather, Ayla & Co helps busy parents stay stylish and organized.
From fundraising challenges to pitching strategies, local venture capitalists provide candid advice on navigating Utah’s unique investment ecosystem.
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The Wasatch Food Co-op leverages community ownership to provide affordable groceries and local produce in an area with limited access to food.