Have you ever wondered what it takes to start a successful national brand? At Utah Business, we publish our weekly Founder Series on someone from Utah who has created a brand so special that it has captivated people all over the nation.
We want to bring their stories to life right off the pages of our magazine. Join us for our monthly Founder Fridays where we will interview one founder a month in an intimate setting. You’ll hear directly from them what their experience has been like, what they loved, what they would change, and what they want to accomplish next.
Tickets are free, but seating is limited to 140, so reserve your ticket today.
Join us in March for...
Sandi Hendry
Sandi Sumner Hendry was born and raised in Orem Utah. Sandi has always been one that stood out in a crowd and is loved by all with her beauty both inside and out - and her warm and loving personality. She graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in Education & Business and was a school teacher for 30 years (grades 1st - 6th).
After retiring from school teaching, she worked in HR and Personnel for Mountain View Title, a company she owned and operated with her husband, Mike.
In 2009, she added a third career - that of owner and founder of Minky Couture. That year, when Sandi’s daughter became very ill and was hospitalized for several months, her daughter asked for a “big baby blanket” to snuggle up with during her recovery. Sandi had a hard time finding the perfect cozy blanket for her daughter - one that was both fashionable and cozy. It was at this time that Sandi created the first adult-size Minky Couture blanket. Everyone in the hospital loved it! Sandi started having more blankets made to give as gifts to friends and family members. The blankets she gave were an instant hit, universally loved and used daily. She started designing her own blankets, using different combinations of fabrics. Each blanket was unique, created specifically for the recipient. Family and friends started asking if they could purchase the blankets to give to their own loved ones, and Minky Couture was born!
Minky Couture has now grown to be a very successful and popular brand of blanket, not only in Utah, but all over the United States and the world. Sandi has now opened 6 beautiful retail stores throughout Utah with over 250 employees. Her flare for beauty and fashion make her stores a wonderful experience for all her customers.
Program
- 9:00 – 10:00 AM: Registration, Networking & Light Breakfast
- 10:00 AM: Program Begins
- 11:00 AM: Event Conclusion