Longtime luxury ranch manager Brian Gardner has dedicated his life to celebrating the Western lifestyle — and he’s bringing the spirit of the West alive in a whole new way with the PRO Skijor Frontier Tour. This competition, billed as the first professional skijoring series in North America, culminates in Salt Lake City at the end of this month.

“Utah has a very rich heritage in ranching, agriculture and farming. It also has an equally rich worldwide fame for its skiing,” he says. “Skijoring combines those two worlds. It should be Utah’s sport, in my opinion.” With ambitions of expanding the circuit into a world championship, Gardner aims to elevate the sport to household fame and potentially establish it as an exhibition sport in Utah’s 2034 Winter Olympics.

Crafting stories with Stew Tribe of The Fold

Prinoth Husky Snow Groomer

“The ability to shape snow anywhere makes this an essential tool for transforming rodeo arenas into professional venues.”

TechnoAlpin snowmaking fan guns

“When Mother Nature needs a helping hand, these fan guns guarantee safe, consistent snow surfaces across multiple tour stops, extending our season and ensuring every athlete and horse competes on high-quality terrain.”

Incredible competitor athletes: Horse, rider and skier

“None of this would be possible without the remarkable athletes who bring skijoring to life. Skilled horsemen and horsewomen, fearless skiers with heart and grit, and — most importantly — our phenomenal horses, the true superstars of the sport. I am especially proud of and thankful for my horse, Rowdy, who loves skijoring events as much as I do.”

DeWalt cordless tool set

“From repairing snowmaking lines to building VIP zones and signage, a dependable cordless tool set travels to every stop on the tour.”

Ford 4x4 Power Stroke diesel truck

“Part office, part mobile command center, part tow rig. This truck hauls gear, pulls trailers and handles everything the winter frontier throws at us.”

Fan experience blueprints & course maps

“The event is more than the race; it’s a whole festival vibe. Detailed layouts for VIP decks, vendor villages, tailgate zones, spectator flow, safety grids and course design shape the entire guest experience and ensure seamless operations.”

CEO Caleb Nelson, who founded the company after witnessing firsthand the challenges facing logistics providers, chatted with Utah Business about the funding round and DiversiFi’s plans to reshape how 3PLs operate.

What specific proof points or milestones convinced local capital that DiversiFi was ready for $8 million now, and how do you plan to deploy that capital over the next 12-18 months?

VCs have backed us because we have passed our “idea stage” and are now in full execution, providing value and solving pain for our customers. Some of the green flags for our VC partners were our traction, rapid revenue growth and our ability to stay laser-focused on executing quickly. The biggest proof was hearing from our actual early adopters and having them evangelize DiversiFi. Over the next 18 months, the focus will be on scaling our AI models and expanding our go-to-market team to help as many shippers across the country as possible. Our potential customers are stuck between a rock and a hard place, and nobody wants AI for AI’s sake. We’ve found a great way to use AI to improve their revenue while making it simple to use.

The 3PL industry is projected to reach roughly $2 trillion by 2030 and is known for tight margins and complex contracts. Where in that value chain are you focusing first, and what parts of the P&L are you moving the needle on most clearly today?

DiversiFi is focusing first on the operational finance layer within the 3PL — where shipments, carrier costs and customer contracts collide. That’s where margin leakage happens and where teams struggle to understand profitability in near real time. In a nutshell, we help 3PLs protect margins and scale without adding headcount. We created a way for 3PLs to leverage our AI to unlock more revenue in their businesses.

Many logistics operators already use WMS, TMS and ERP systems. What are you replacing or sitting on top of, and how do you position DiversiFi to skeptical operators who feel like they’ve “heard the visibility pitch” before?

The main issue is that 3PLs are swimming in data. They don’t need more visibility. They need direct execution in the areas that drive the most revenue. This includes sales, billing and how they process shipments. What’s amazing about building software with AI today is that you can connect multiple disparate systems together. We are not a WMS, TMS or ERP system that is a

“rip and replace” to 3PL’s current system, we are a connected layer that makes their systems smarter. We work on top of the systems they already have, enhancing — not replacing — their tech stack so they can build profitable businesses and deliver better results for their customers.

You’ve said DiversiFi was founded out of firsthand experience with “pain and imbalance” in logistics. What were the specific problems or unfair dynamics you saw 3PLs facing, and how does your product attempt to rebalance power between brands and their logistics partners?

Having spent 20+ years in transportation, I believe that 3PLs have one of the most complex jobs in logistics. 3PLs are expected to protect margins in an industry that gives them almost no visibility into where money is actually being made or lost. The industry is intentionally complex. With 150+ fees that the carrier can assess at any time, it’s difficult for them to get accurate data. This causes issues that go unaddressed and lost revenue. Basically, they act as a bank, and if they don’t manage it right, they end up floating cash and losing money on every shipment that goes out their door. DiversiFi connects its systems and, for the first time ever, allows them to talk to each other, turning that order flow into profit.

DiversiFi has moved offices five times in downtown Salt Lake to keep up with hiring. What have you learned about building and scaling a deeply technical AI company in Utah, and how does being locally capitalized and staffed shape your culture and strategy?

Scaling in Utah has taught us two things: First, the talent here is real — you can build a deeply technical AI company without being in the Bay Area, as long as you can zone out distractions and hone in on where you can deliver the most value to your customers.

Second, culture has to scale faster than headcount. When you grow quickly, clarity beats charisma. Focusing and simplifying while working hand in hand with early customers is needed completely.

Being locally capitalized and staffed shapes our culture in a great way. We build for the long term, stay close to customers and operate with discipline. It’s a very Utah mindset — humble, high-output and practical. And strategically, it keeps us focused on building a durable business with real product value, not just chasing hype. There is a lot of hype within AI, and customers are starting to get a good nose for it. Using AI in very specific use cases to provide real value is 100 percent there, and that’s what the market rewards.

Looking ahead, what does success look like in five years?

We’re working in the 3PL space to begin training our AI models so we can deliver those specific AI use cases to the masses. Our long-term goal is to be AI for shipping for all businesses.

Think of anything that was delivered to your doorstep lately. More than likely, it was delivered in a brown truck (UPS) or a purple and white truck (FedEx). For an industry as massive as parcel delivery, why is it ruled by only two carriers? We believe providerslike Amazon, DoorDash, Uber, Ontrac, etc. will be a major force in helping shippers have more choices for faster, lower-cost delivery, rather than a duopoly. What’s missing is a smart connector at the time of shipment that uses AI to route shipments to the right carrier. This is what we’re building for and where we are going.

I can walk out into my dining room any night of the week, and it’s busy, and people are smiling. It’s such an amazing feeling.

Zach Wade

Zach Wade

Owner & Chef | Cosmica

Zach Wade’s restaurant achieved landmark recognition as the first Utah establishment in a decade to make the New York Times’ “Best Restaurants in America” list — bringing national attention to Salt Lake City’s evolving culinary scene.

Zach Wade was working a typical, bustling night at Cosmica when he got the text: His Italian restaurant, which opened in March in Salt Lake City, had made the New York Times’ “Best Restaurants in America” list. It was the first time a Utah restaurant had made the cut in a whole decade.

He couldn’t fully acknowledge the designation until many hours later — after the last carpaccio was served and the restaurant’s pink-and-red neon ceiling lights powered down for the night. Months later, he’s still wrapping his head around it.

“We’re just keeping this thing running every day. It’s so busy. It’s a small restaurant,” says Wade, Cosmica’s owner and chef. “I run the restaurant every day. I cook every day. We’re just trying not to run out of bolognese.”

Originally from Massachusetts, Wade first visited Utah while taking an outdoor leadership course as a kid. When he and his business partner — renowned restaurateur and James Beard Award winner Zak Pelaccio — learned of the location for what would become Cosmica from a mutual friend, he jumped at the opportunity to take a break from the East Coast and serve simple, straightforward Italian food in an auspicious market.

“We feel really lucky to be part of this little community here,” Wade says. “We found a home amongst other businesses doing like-minded things. What T.F. Brewing is doing, Water Witch, Nohm, The Pearl, Central 9th Market — it’s a sweet little community that we’re really happy to be a part of. … We do something different than the other Italian restaurants here, but they’re all amazing. I eat at all of them. We just wanted to offer a different vibe.”

That vibe? It’s undeniably Instagrammable (see: the “spaghetti Western” interior design, the pink cowboy bathroom, the neon-lit dining room, and the portrait of Wade’s dog, Leo, that hangs over the bar). It’s no-fuss, well-executed Italian food. It’s the type of warm ambience that lures you in for a social aperitivo or a long, leisurely meal — if you can get a table, that is.

“This is what my partner and I signed up for. We’re just so happy that the restaurant has been this well-received,” Wade says of Cosmica’s booming popularity. “I can walk out into my dining room any night of the week, and it’s busy, and people are smiling. It’s such an amazing feeling.”

Looking to the future, Wade hopes to potentially expand his restaurant group into other states. But for now, Utah gets to claim his full attention — and for a food scene largely unacknowledged by out-of-state media (or, at best, recognized only by the hallmark items of green Jell-O and funeral potatoes), Cosmica’s achievement marks an entrance into a national conversation that’s long overdue. It’s an achievement best celebrated with some handmade pasta, maybe a glass of natural wine, and definitely an order of the House Puffy Bread with stracciatella and salted chilis alongside.

Firing up success with Jonathan Kantor

“When something is emotionally resonant, it’s effective,” Tribe says. “The best way to solve a business problem is through artistry. We aren’t about creating beautiful images for their own sake; it’s all driven by a desire to solve problems and create something that actually has an impact on the world.”

Tribe spent over six years at TBWA\Chiat\Day, where he crafted campaigns for brands like Gatorade, Airbnb, Google and Nissan. Today, he and his three co-founders at The Fold have collaborated with brands like Jeep, The Home Depot, The Salvation Army and Wells Fargo. With Utah roots that run deep, the team is committed to offering that same top-tier execution in a package that’s friendly to Utah business owners.

Bacon breakfast burrito from Doña Mary

“I like to start my day questioning whether I should’ve eaten a burrito weighing one baseball glove.”

MUJI spiral-bound notebook

“I do most of my writing in the form of drawing pictures. These notebooks are simple and throw-away, so I don’t have to feel precious about burning through pages with doodles and notes.”

Castle Rat’s “The Bestiary”

“If I can, I like to work to loud music. Castle Rat is a doom metal band that’s currently really doing it for me.”

Sudden Fiction International: “60 Short-Short Stories”

“I’m a slow reader, so I love short stories. I keep this book in my backpack.”

Masterclass subscription

“I don’t use it. I definitely still pay for it every month. I think about it almost every day and how it could probably help me do my job.”

Magnesium + Tylenol PM

“I lose interest in being awake around 9:30 p.m. I do my best work when under crippling pressure, but rather than burn the midnight oil, I prefer a rebooted mind at 4 a.m.”

My therapist, Molly

“We talk a handful of times a year — usually after my wife suggests, ‘You should talk to Molly.’”

Inspiration from the public

“As an advertiser, I find it helpful to spend time among the masses (the people I’m messaging to). I’ll take a walk on a popular trail, a stroll through the mall or an around-the-block.”

Every year, Utah Business anonymously surveys thousands of employees to identify which companies are setting the bar for employee culture. At this year’s winning workplaces, flexible schedules, supportive leadership and genuine recognition are king. After all, creating an environment where people feel valued isn’t just good for morale — it’s good for business.

Introducing the Best Companies to Work For 2024

Micro Companies | 25-50 employees

Avalaunch Media

Primary Location: Lehi

Industry: Marketing & Advertising

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, work-from-home and hybrid flexibility, strong company culture, 401(k) matching, flexible work hours, affordable healthcare plans, 12 paid holidays, team meals and stocked refreshments, employee recognition through Bonusly, annual events like the Alaska fish fry

What employees are saying: “I look forward to seeing my coworkers every day. The leadership is invested and sets the tone for everyone else. It’s the people that make Avalaunch the incredible company that it is!”

Datafy

Primary Location: Ogden

Industry: Ad-Tech

What employees love: 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, generous PTO and paid holidays, hybrid work environment, company-paid health insurance, weekly company lunches, fully stocked break room with snacks, annual company retreats, technology stipends, quarterly bonuses, family-first culture that prioritizes work-life balance

What employees are saying: “I love the culture here. Datafy puts people first and money second. Working at a place that I know would support me if my family were in need is worth its weight in gold.”

Habitat for Humanity Greater Salt Lake Area

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Nonprofit

What employees love: Family-friendly workplace that allows children and pets, flexible work schedule that promotes work-life balance, comprehensive health insurance with dental and life coverage, 401(k) match, generous PTO, supportive company culture with strong employee recognition, ReStore employee discounts, opportunity to help community members

What employees are saying: “The staff is friendly, encouraging and collaborative. They’re open to new ideas, and the team supports projects and initiatives that are inspiring and improve life conditions for many in our community.”

Halia Therapeutics

Primary Location: Lehi

Industry: Healthcare

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, flexible work schedule, equity/stock options for all employees, weekly team lunches, onsite fitness facility and wellness initiatives, remote work options, comprehensive health insurance, snacks and refreshments, wellness walks and competitions, competitive compensation with annual bonuses

What employees are saying: “I feel that my achievements are recognized, valued and remembered and that the company wants to reward those they employ with more opportunities.”

Hamlet Homes

Primary Location: Murray

Industry: Real Estate

What employees love: 100% paid medical premiums, HSA contributions, 401(k) match, flexible work schedule, Vasa gym membership, birthday PTO, company parties and events, stocked break room with treats and drinks, professional development funding, quarterly bonuses, ability to bring dogs to work, paid volunteer days

What employees are saying: “It’s great to not dread going to work. Instead, I look forward to it and the people I work with. I have never worked anywhere quite like it.”

ISSE Services

Primary Location: Clearfield

Industry: Information Technology

What employees love: Hybrid work schedule with work-from-home options, flexible work hours, fully covered employee health insurance premiums, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) match, competitive PTO and sick leave, educational reimbursement, professional development through Udemy, company-sponsored social events, supportive work-life balance

What employees are saying: “I feel I can ask for help and give help in return easily. Finding and solving problems is rewarded.”

Kadince

Primary Location: Ogden

Industry: Computer Software

What employees love: Remote work flexibility, paid week off between Christmas and New Year’s, competitive salary and benefits, monthly wellness challenges with prizes, 401(k) match, loyalty PTO that increases with tenure, comprehensive health insurance including mental health coverage, home office equipment provided (standing desks, ergonomic chairs), regular employee recognition through shout-outs, professional development opportunities

What employees are saying: “My responsibilities and compensation have directly grown along with my expertise and contributions. I’ve never had to ask for a raise or promotion; they have always been offered to me as I’ve demonstrated capability and value to the company.”

Northwestern Mutual Utah

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Flexible work schedule, comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) match, generous PTO, mental health resources, work-from-home options, wellness reimbursement, professional development and growth opportunities, regular office appreciation events, complimentary meals and snacks, supportive leadership and colleagues, employee resource groups and diversity initiatives

What employees are saying: “I have always loved going to work because of the people I get to work alongside. They are inspiring and are supportive while pushing you to be your best.”

Stratus HR

Primary Location: Sandy

Industry: Human Resources

What employees love: 100% paid employee medical premiums, generous 401(k) match, flexible work schedule with hybrid options, comprehensive PTO including birthday time off, wellness reimbursement program, monthly “Winning Wednesday” company breakfasts and recognition, Employee of the Year program offering all-expenses-paid international trips, company-provided event tickets (concerts, baseball games), well-stocked break room with snacks, performance-based bonuses, HSA contributions, diverse insurance options including pet insurance

What employees are saying: “Stratus HR has a positive, uplifting culture. It’s a company where everyone looks for and celebrates wins.”

Tesani Companies

Primary Location: Provo

Industry: Private Equity

What employees love: Flexible work schedule and unlimited PTO, onsite gym and fitness facilities, beautiful and well-maintained office space, 401(k) match, comprehensive health and dental benefits, HSA plans, free snacks and drink options, kitchen and break areas, employee recognition programs, company-sponsored events and holiday celebrations, flexible work locations, supportive work-life balance

What employees are saying: “One of our core values is to work hard and play hard. I believe this is deeply infused in our practices, as seen through annual outings, team trips, rewards, and activities for team building.”

VidAngel Entertainment

Primary Location: Lehi

Industry: Media

What employees love: 100% paid health/medical/dental/vision insurance premiums, unlimited PTO, quarterly profit-sharing/bonus pool, 401(k) match, HSA contributions, flexible work schedule, remote work options, weekly company lunches, employee ownership structure, gym reimbursement program

What employees are saying: “Employee-first, innovative technologies, and a focus on our community. These are the three aspects of our company vision that powers our culture.”

Small Companies | 51-100 employees

401GO

Primary Location: Sandy

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Flexible PTO, remote/hybrid work options, fully stocked kitchen providing meals and snacks, 401(k) match, employee recognition through the Nectar app, company-sponsored HSA contributions, equity opportunities through ISOs, annual company summit and activities, supportive leadership and positive workplace culture

What employees are saying: “401GO invests more in culture than any other place I’ve worked by far. The result is the most satisfying culture I’ve ever experienced professionally.”

Access Development

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Business Services

What employees love: $500 annual travel reimbursement benefit, National Parks pass, flexible hybrid work schedule, comprehensive healthcare benefits, 401(k) match, HSA contributions, generous PTO and paid holidays, monthly social events and food trucks, wellness activities and programs, strong work-life balance, hotel discounts, seasonal parties and holiday bonuses, community volunteer opportunities

What employees are saying: “I feel valued as a team member, and there’s a strong sense of respect and teamwork across all departments.”

BHB Structural

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Construction

What employees love: 100% company-paid medical insurance premiums, employer HSA contributions, profit sharing/year-end bonus, 401(k) match, flexible work schedule with remote options, paid overtime, comprehensive PTO, educational assistance and professional development funding, Costco Gold Star membership, monthly company events and team activities, cell phone benefits, free office snacks and drinks

What employees are saying: “BHB values its employees as its most important asset, creating a supportive environment that promotes both productivity and a positive workplace culture.”

BrainStorm

Primary Location: American Fork

Industry: Computer Software

What employees love: Monthly $50 allowance to give back to others, corporate ski passes for Utah resorts, National Parks pass, gym membership benefits, dedicated service PTO days, BOOM Campaign bucket list, company-wide monthly service and team activities, affordable health insurance, 401(k) match, stocked break room with snacks and drinks, extended holiday closure between Christmas and New Year’s, holiday charity donation per employee, Utah Mammoth tickets

What employees are saying: “We work hard, but we have a blast doing it. I’ve made some lifelong friends here, and that’s all thanks to the inclusive, down-to-earth vibe the execs have made a priority.”

Grant Victor

Primary Location: Kaysville

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Tuition reimbursement program, free monthly lunches, comprehensive healthcare with company-paid premiums, wellness benefit with gym membership reimbursement, 401(k) match, flexible work schedule, Grant Victor Cares service initiative in Kenya, 25th anniversary cruise for employees and spouses, Motivosity for peer recognition, stocked break room with snacks, bonus opportunities, dedicated service days

What employees are saying: “I enjoy my work at Grant Victor, but I stay because of the people and culture here.”

InsCipher

Primary Location: Pleasant Grove

Industry: Insurance

What employees love: Generous PTO, fully remote work options with flexible hours, comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) match, quarterly bonuses and profit-sharing, paid holidays, paid parental leave, employee assistance program with mental health support, company-sponsored social events and lunches

What employees are saying: “There is a huge push for growth and development on the company level and also on an individual level. Everybody here wants to be the best they can be, which fosters a growth mindset and collaborative culture.”

Nilson Homes

Primary Location: Weber County

Industry: Real Estate

What employees love: In-house private chef providing free breakfast and lunch daily, twice-yearly profit-sharing, comprehensive wellness program with monthly stipend, 401(k) match with immediate 100% vesting, flexible work schedule, generous PTO policy, company vehicles, department retreats and team building activities, paternity leave benefits, home-buying discount for employees

What employees are saying: “The opportunities to grow within the company are unmatched. I feel as though they provide all the tools necessary to be successful.”

ObservePoint

Primary Location: Pleasant Grove

Industry: Computer Software

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, hybrid/remote work flexibility, generous 401(k) match, corporate golf pass/membership, weekly catered lunches, stocked break room with snacks, 7-year sabbatical program with $5,000 bonus, HSA contributions, quarterly company team-building activities, healthy lifestyle reimbursement, cellphone stipend, technology reimbursement, extra holiday time between Christmas and New Year’s, pickleball

What employees are saying: “I’ve never felt better prepared and poised to grow at any other company I’ve worked at.”

Sundt Construction

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Construction

What employees love: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), unlimited time off, comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) match, annual performance bonuses, wellness credit program, hybrid work schedule options, company vehicles for eligible employees, profit-sharing, preventive healthcare incentives, employee assistance program, regular advancement opportunities, company-provided meals and refreshments

What employees are saying: “Family comes first in all aspects of our daily business. Being an ESOP and celebrating our families is our culture.”

The Children’s Center Utah

Primary Location: West Valley City

Industry: Nonprofit

What employees love: Flexible work schedule, generous PTO, 401(k) match, comprehensive healthcare benefits, onsite fitness facility, Headspace meditation app subscription, dedicated meditation room, employee assistance program, annual staff retreats and team-building events, professional development opportunities, supportive workplace culture

What employees are saying: “We have world-class management at TCCU. They go above and beyond for the employees and to make sure we fulfill our mission of reaching more children and families in need.”

Your Employment Solutions

Primary Location: North Salt Lake

Industry: Staffing

What employees love: Flexible work schedule, comprehensive healthcare with 100% employee coverage and low deductibles, 401(k) match, generous HSA contributions, competitive PTO policy with encouragement to use it, quarterly performance bonuses, professional development opportunities, team building events and parties, innovative workplace, strong leadership support, pet insurance benefits

What employees are saying: “What is most striking to me is how genuinely valued and supported I feel day-to-day. My ideas aren’t simply welcomed here; they’re actively sought out, considered and frequently implemented.”

Medium Companies | 101-500 employees

ASEA

Primary Location: Pleasant Grove

Industry: Health & Wellness

What employees love: Free weekly lunches and unlimited snacks/drinks, comprehensive health benefits with company HSA match, hybrid work-from-home flexibility, generous PTO with paid holidays, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, wellness incentives with cash rewards, parental leave, AwardCo recognition platform, regular teambuilding events and company parties, free monthly company products, onsite recreation (pickleball court, ping pong)

What employees are saying: “The team and leadership are supportive, collaborative and driven by a shared mission, which makes it a fantastic place to grow both personally and professionally.”

FOCUS Consulting

Primary Location: Midvale

Industry: Construction

What employees love: Flexible work schedule, 80% employer-paid medical premiums, 401(k) match, HSA match, first-time home buyer bonus program, paid holidays, quarterly performance bonuses, comprehensive professional development through Focus University, company-sponsored family activities and outings, merit-based advancement opportunities and regular pay evaluations

What employees are saying: “It is unlike any firm I have ever seen or worked for. The care everyone has for one another, and their work is out of this world.”

GMRE

Primary Location: Ogden

Industry: Defense & Aerospace

What employees love: Flexible work hours; competitive pay; generous 401(k) matching; HSA contributions; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; supportive work-life balance; hybrid schedule options and additional benefits like company events and educational opportunities

What employees are saying: “GMRE provides me a variety of professional development through industry certifications, higher education, and formal training opportunities.”

Groove Technology Solutions

Primary Location: Midvale

Industry: Telecommunications

What employees love: Comprehensive wellness program including on-site gym open 24/7, subsidized massage therapy services, free mental health counseling and life coaching, flexible work schedule with remote options, free snacks and beverages, regular company-sponsored events, wellness lunch-and-learn events, 80% employer-paid medical premiums, generous PTO, supportive work-life balance culture, team-building activities and recognition programs

What employees are saying: “The team here at Groove goes to great lengths to make everyone feel included and supported.”

Joyce University

Primary Location: Draper

Industry: Healthcare

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, ClassPass credits and gym membership discounts, student loan repayment assistance, flexible hybrid work schedules, 401(k) match, HSA contributions, leadership academy and training programs, weekly massage services on campus, supportive work-life balance culture

What employees are saying: “I feel the company offers solid opportunities for growth and development. There’s a clear path for learning new skills, and I’ve been encouraged to take advantage of training and mentorship.”

Larson & Company

Primary Location: South Jordan

Industry: Accounting

What employees love: Flexible work schedules, wellness program, comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) match, hybrid remote options, generous PTO, gym and phone reimbursements, bonuses, supportive culture and fun company events

What employees are saying: “Apart from being co-workers, we built a relationship even outside of work. Each and every one of us became friends and has a good relationship with each other.”

Namify

Primary Location: Springville

Industry: Consumer Goods

What employees love: Unique PTO benefits like days off for outdoor activities and community service, RPU profit sharing program, health benefits and mental health services, gym membership reimbursement, bonus PTO opportunities through book club participation and perfect attendance, Thanksgiving Point family passes, monthly company-sponsored lunches, 401(k) match, strong internal promotion culture, cell phone reimbursement, team-building activities and off-site training opportunities

What employees are saying: “In all my years of working, I have never worked with a company that cares about us as much as they do.”

NetDocuments

Primary Location: Lehi

Industry: Software

What employees love: Flex PTO, comprehensive healthcare package with significant company contributions, hybrid work model with remote flexibility, monthly wellness stipend, 401(k) with immediate 100% vesting, Motivosity peer recognition program, catered lunches twice weekly, onsite gym, generous parental and caregiver leave, mental health resources, company-sponsored wellness activities, LinkedIn Learning access for professional development

What employees are saying: “I’ve worked in a variety of companies over the years, and I can say without equivocation that NetDocuments is the only place I’ve been where the culture is one of everyone pulling in the same direction.”

Nusano

Primary Location: West Valley City

Industry: Healthcare

What employees love: Exceptional healthcare coverage, equity/stock options for all employees, generous PTO and sick leave, flexible hybrid work arrangements, onsite gym and wellness facilities, fully stocked break rooms with free snacks and drinks, competitive compensation packages, comprehensive 401(k) with Roth options, regular company celebrations and events, supportive work-life balance culture

What employees are saying: “You are given the ability to get involved with most anything and everything you are interested in taking on. … It has put me in positions that have allowed me to grow.”

OptConnect

Primary Location: Kaysville

Industry: Information Technology

What employees love: Flexible hybrid schedules, generous PTO, fitness and wellness incentives, monthly company lunches, stocked breakroom with snacks, great culture and work-life balance, tuition reimbursement, supportive management and comprehensive health benefits

What employees are saying: “OptConnect is the type of place you want to tell all of your family and friends about because it’s the best work environment I’ve ever experienced. OptConnect focuses so much attention, resources, and money on taking care of their employees that you really feel valued, appreciated and rewarded. … We love to win, hate to lose and have each other’s back no matter what.”

PDQ

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Computer Software

What employees love: 4-day workweek, 100% company-paid healthcare premiums, unlimited PTO, daily catered lunches, free snack and beverage room, onsite gym and pickleball courts, 401(k) match, onsite barista for coffee and smoothies, flexible hybrid work arrangements, quarterly company values awards, HSA contributions, strong work-life balance culture

What employees are saying: “The management at PDQ is approachable and genuinely supportive. They give clear direction but also trust us to take ownership of our work.”

Pure Healthcare

Primary Location: Taylorsville

Industry: Healthcare

What employees love: EIP profit sharing, bonuses, 401(k) match, flexible work schedule, remote days, comprehensive health benefits, generous PTO, supportive culture and leadership, service days and a fully stocked breakroom with snacks and drinks

What employees are saying: “Being part of the team at Pure Healthcare is genuinely exciting, especially knowing that continuous improvement is a shared priority. Management is committed to making real, meaningful changes that move the organization forward.”

SchoolAI

Primary Location: Lehi

Industry: Computer Software

What employees love: Flexible hybrid work schedule, catered lunches, 100 percent covered medical premiums, generous PTO, bonuses, company-sponsored activities, remote work support, supportive work culture, strong mission-driven focus and a well-equipped office with a gym

What employees are saying: “I am beyond grateful to work here, and I believe we are making history in the K12 tech environment. I can’t wait to see how everything grows over the next couple of years. It’s exciting!”

Squire

Primary Location: Orem

Industry: Accounting

What employees love: Flexible work schedule, exceptional health insurance, generous 2:1 HSA contribution match, 401(k) plan with immediate vesting, annual Christmas gifts and bonuses, fitness reimbursement program, CPA exam and tuition reimbursement, Motivosity peer recognition platform, frequent team events and meals, spot bonuses for exceptional performance, mental health resources, family-friendly work environment

What employees are saying: “Squire has a bold transformation plan that’s already creating meaningful opportunities for growth at every level. The firm is intentional about developing people and aligning roles with individual strengths and passions.”

Tanner

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Accounting

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, flexible work arrangements with remote options, company-sponsored Disneyland trips for employees and families, 401(k) match, HSA contributions, onsite gym and pool, regular company events and parties, office snacks and refreshments, CPA exam support and bonuses, parental leave benefits, Christmas week time off, Motivosity, strong work autonomy

What employees are saying: “Management at our firm sets a strong, inspiring tone at the top. Leaders are approachable, transparent and deeply committed to the success of both the firm and its people.”

TruHearing

Primary Location: Draper

Industry: Healthcare

What employees love: Flexible work schedule, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, generous PTO, work-from-home options, supportive culture, performance bonuses, retirement benefits, company events and volunteer time off

What employees are saying: “TruHearing has the best company culture that I’ve ever experienced. I was completely awestruck when I first started here — there really is just no other place like it! Everyone is sincerely friendly.”

Utah First Credit Union

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Generous incentive programs, profit sharing, 401(k) matching, comprehensive medical and dental coverage, flexible schedules, PTO, maternity/paternity leave, company events, tuition reimbursement and a strong community-focused culture

What employees are saying: “This will be a great place to work long term as there are many opportunities to learn and grow and gain new experiences and opportunities, as well as room for growth with responsibilities.”

VCBO Architecture

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Architecture & Planning

What employees love: A 9/80 work schedule that allows for every other Friday off, profit sharing with generous 401(k) contributions, flexible work hours, excellent health benefits including mental health support, fun social events, supportive workplace culture, free snacks and drinks and a dedicated Happiness Committee

What employees are saying: “VCBO fosters collegiality and friendships with company-wide events and through the use of ‘communities’ within the company that sponsor group activities and outings.”

VLCM

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Information Technology

What employees love: Flexible work schedule, supportive culture, great coworkers, 401(k) match, comprehensive health benefits, generous PTO, company events, work-life balance, hybrid work options and a positive, family-oriented environment

What employees are saying: “The culture at VLCM is very family-friendly and supportive. I genuinely feel that the people here care about me, and the environment is extremely positive.”

Large Companies | 501-2,500 employees

Goldenwest Credit Union

Primary Location: Ogden

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Pension plan, 401(k) match, comprehensive health benefits with HSA contributions, flexible work schedules, gym and race reimbursements, annual bonuses, supportive management and a positive work environment

What employees are saying: “Goldenwest Credit Union really embodies their value of ‘When You Grow We Grow’ by encouraging employees to expand their knowledge and skill set.”

Kforce

Primary Location: Sandy

Industry: Sales

What employees love: Flexibility, remote and hybrid work options, extensive PTO, prescription discount program, 401(k) and stock options, work-life balance, supportive leadership, uncapped earning potential, performance bonuses and discounts on various services

What employees are saying: “Kforce promotes continuous growth and professional development and encourages employees to collaborate with different teams and departments to help them grow within the company.”

Layton Construction

Primary Location: Sandy

Industry: Construction

What employees love: Flexible work schedules, company vehicle and fuel benefit, employee stock purchase program with a 20 percent match, comprehensive health insurance, PTO, profit sharing, supportive work culture, strong work-life balance, and opportunities for growth and training

What employees are saying: “Management is supportive, transparent and approachable — they lead by example and genuinely care about our development and well-being.”

Okland Construction

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Construction

What employees love: Flexible work schedules, 401(k) match, generous PTO, VSOP program, supportive team culture, bonus opportunities, free snacks, health insurance, paid parental leave and a strong focus on work-life balance

What employees are saying: “I love my management and team members. My boss has taught me so much and provides so much mentorship and support, even for things unrelated to work.”

Select Health

Primary Location: Murray

Industry: Healthcare

What employees love: Flexible work schedules, remote work options, generous PTO, 401(k) and pension plans, wellness and fitness incentives, comprehensive medical benefits, tuition reimbursement, supportive company culture and work-life balance

What employees are saying: “The culture at Select Health is positive, caring and genuinely member-focused. Even when we have to make difficult decisions to ensure the viability of our business, we make them thoughtfully and consider the member in the process.”

Waystar

Primary Location: Lehi

Industry: Computer Software

What employees love: Employee stock purchase program, 401(k) match, flexible time off, hybrid work environment, weekly catered lunches, health and wellness programs, supportive work culture, career growth opportunities, 12 weeks paid parental leave, flexible schedules and autonomy

What employees are saying: “Waystar is a company that, more than any other I have worked at, truly strives to teach and live its values. The culture is overwhelmingly positive, uplifting, collaborative, and safe.”

Extra Large Companies | Companies with 2,500+ employees

America First Credit Union

Primary Location: Ogden

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Pension plan, semi-annual bonuses, flexible work schedule, generous PTO, affordable health insurance, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401(k) match, supportive leadership and a positive work environment

What employees are saying: “America First does an exceptional job at promoting from within and ensuring that all employees are properly trained to be able to perform their jobs.”

IMA Financial Group

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Insurance

What employees love: Flexible PTO, hybrid work schedule, employee stock options, onsite gym, snacks and beverages, sabbaticals, leadership transparency, 401(k) program, paid parking and growth opportunities

What employees are saying: “I have a great deal of respect for the management and my team members at IMA, as management provides clear guidance and support while encouraging open communication and professional development, and my team members are collaborative, dependable, and always willing to help, creating a productive and positive working environment.”

Leavitt Group

Primary Location: Cedar City

Industry: Insurance

What employees love: Flexible work schedule, remote work options, 401(k) match, comprehensive health and wellness programs, supportive culture, frequent company gatherings, employee appreciation events, flexible PTO, Summer Fridays and generous benefits

What employees are saying: “This is the one thing I love about Leavitt to the max: They seem to stop at nothing to ensure employees are on a path for growth and development, providing endless training opportunities and encouraging expansion of knowledge and expertise, all while maintaining consistent communication to support personal and professional aspirations.”

Mortenson

Primary Location: Salt Lake City

Industry: Construction

What employees love: Flexible PTO, an eight-week sabbatical program every five years, remote work options, competitive health insurance, 401(k) match, profit sharing, team-oriented culture, career growth opportunities, traveler benefits, monthly lunches, stocked break rooms and fitness reimbursements

What employees are saying: “The culture of Mortenson is extremely important to both the company and the people, cultivating a workplace where individuals feel safe to be themselves, fostering curiosity without fear of judgment, and promoting participation in programs, initiatives, and events by embracing inclusivity and respect for diverse backgrounds.”

Mountain America Credit Union

Primary Location: Sandy

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Flexible work schedule, remote work options, comprehensive health benefits, onsite gym, onsite clinic, generous 401(k) match, wellness programs, paid time off, employee discounts and strong company culture

What employees are saying: “I value relationships the most in any professional setting I work. MACU’s culture fosters building and promoting relationships in all aspects of my job. I would run through walls for my colleagues, and also for my leadership.”

The Gozney story is an inspiring one — it all started when founder Tom Gozney, fresh out of rehab, built a pizza oven in his backyard as a means to connect with others without using drugs or alcohol. But a thriving business depends on more than its origin story, and that’s where Jonathan Kantor steps in. “[Tom] built an incredible brand with really good potential, but it wasn’t scaled up or professionalized,” Kantor says. With past experience at Burton, Oakley and Skullcandy, Kantor is no stranger to scaling and selling consumer brands. Now at Gozney as the dual chief revenue and marketing officer, Kantor is helping build a new category in outdoor cooking. “How do we create brand awareness on a scrappy budget?” Kantor asks. The answer lies in leveraging the brand’s strengths: storytelling, top-notch content and partnerships with the best chefs in the world (see: Matty Matheson, Brad Leone, Chris Bianco and many others). For Kantor, the vision is clear: bring pizza ovens to every backyard and redefine what outdoor cooking can be.

“The Daily Stoic” by Ryan Holiday

“Ryan Holiday takes the teachings of Stoicism and distills them into passages you can read in 30 seconds. To start my day, I wake up, work out and read ‘The Daily Stoic.’ … It’s like my form of meditation.”

Coffee and chia seed pudding from Hill’s Kitchen

“Hill’s Kitchen is my happy place, and they recently opened a new location three blocks away from our office. The coffee is the best around.”

On Cloudmonster running shoes

“Running is the single hour of each day that’s just for me. … The shoes make a massive difference. Good shoes prevent injuries and have a massive impact on your body.”

Opal

“In today’s world, we are all so distracted. This app allows you to choose what apps you block during the day and set time parameters.”

Gozney Dome (Gen 2)

“I recently upgraded to the Dome (Gen 2), our newest oven that launched this fall. It’s the most versatile oven we’ve made, has an insane amount of cooking space and is perfect for hosting large dinner parties. It’s used by some of the world’s best chefs and is the gold standard in backyard pizza ovens.”

Momentous supplements

“I take creatine, which is a life-changing supplement, every day. I first knew creatine as a bodybuilder supplement, but it’s actually more useful for your brain function than muscle building. I also take Omegas — everyone should be taking fish oil — and drink Momentous protein.”

Siggi’s Icelandic Yogurt

“Siggi’s is my afternoon snack. Yogurt is high in protein, satiates you and is healthier than other office snacks. I’ve replaced my afternoon M&M’s with yogurt.”

Re-Lyte Hydration

“Not all salts are created equal, and other trendy electrolytes don’t use good salt. LiquidIV has a bunch of sugar. You can’t compare the two.”

Shop local this holiday season! With so many high-quality brands that call Utah home, there’s no need to look anywhere but here.

From luxurious home comforts to adventure-ready gear, our curated guide highlights Utah-born treasures big and small. The best part? By choosing to shop local, you’re not just checking names off your list — you’re supporting your neighbors and strengthening the community we all love.

Elevated everyday living

1. 2026 Custom Planner (from $86), Golden Coil, goldencoil.com
2. Dish Drying Stone in Slate ($67), Dorai, doraihome.com
3. Square Coasters in Slate ($46), Dorai, doraihome.com
4. Homestead Fudge ($4.25 per ¼ pound), Homestead, homesteadmidwayutah.com
5. Double-Sided Washcloth in Swan Lake ($10), Crae Home, craehome.com
6. Signature Salt (from $10), a m. SALT, amsalt.com
7. The Salt Cellar ($40), a m. SALT, amsalt.com
8. 32 oz Traveler in Caramel ($39.99), HydroJug, thehydrojug.com
9. 32 oz Sport Cup in Pine ($39.99), HydroJug, thehydrojug.com
10. Bamboo Stretch-Knit Classic Long-Sleeve Pajama Top & Pant in Brook ($148), Cozy Earth, cozyearth.com
11. Bamboo Sheet Set in White (from $258), Cozy Earth, cozyearth.com
12. Caramel N’ Cream Blanket in Large ($299), Lola Blankets, lolablankets.com

The modern man’s toolkit

1. Caffeinated Protein Milk ($3.99), Spylt, spylt.com
2. Creamy Rice Cereal in Thicc Style ($25), Feast Mode, feastmodeflavors.com
3. Hydrogen Water Flask ($299.99), Echo Hydration, echowater.com
4. Leisure Pickleball Paddle in Aesthetic Solids - Green ($39.99), LUXE Pickleball, luxepickleball.com
5. Performance Outdoor Pickleballs ($14.49), LUXE Pickleball, luxepickleball.com
6. Gunmetal Wallet with Loop ($118.99), Grip6, grip6.com
7. Ninja Belt in Jet ($49.99), Grip6, grip6.com
8. Stack Vitamins ($150), Phi, phi.health
9. Hike Crew Lightweight Merino Wool Sock in Campfire ($23), Grip6, grip6.com
10. Packable Travel Bottles Two Pack ($14), Gravel Travel, graveltravel.com
11. Explorer Toiletry Bag in MAX ($79.99) and PLUS ($69.99), Gravel Travel, graveltravel.com
12. SOOTHE Cream ($19.99) KT Tape, kttape.com

Pampering picks for her

1. Baby-Led Bottles Set of 3 ($32.99), Babaloo, babaloo.us
2. Reversible Hand Towel in LaRae ($21), Crae Home, craehome.com
3. Double-Sided Washcloth in Pinky Paint ($10), Crae Home, craehome.com
4. Brown & White Checkered Hoops ($30), Mauve Jewelry Co., mauvejewelryco.com
5. Eloise Tea Cup Hoops ($34), Mauve Jewelry Co., mauvejewelryco.com
6. Eloise Tea Cup Necklace ($36), Mauve Jewelry Co., mauvejewelryco.com
7. Collagen Beauty Blend Variety Stick Pack ($21.99), Clean Simple Eats, cleansimpleeats.com
8. 30 oz FreeSip Sway ($34.99), Owala, owalalife.com
9. Ayla Mini Bag in Pebble ($169), Ayla & Co, aylabag.com
10. Chocolate Dipped Protein Treat Variety Pack ($31.50), Blue Unicorn, blueunicorn.com
11. On-the-Go Diaper Kit (from $17.99 for 10), Baby a GoGo, thebabyagogo.com
12. Dark Chocolate Peppermint Pretzels ($5.49), JOJO’s Chocolate, Jojo’s Chocolate on Amazon
13. Minky Stretch Robe in Sandshell ($105), Saranoni, saranoni.com

Treasures for tots and tweens

1. Stackable Arc Playset in Ivory, Dusk, Wheat ($400), Gathre, gathre.com
2. SadieB Vanilla Mint Shampoo + Conditioner Bundle ($23.98), SadieB, sadieb.co
3. The Glowing Girly Routine ($58), Girlyish Skincare, girlyishskincare.com
4. Toothpaste Pearls in Groovy Grape and Peach Rings ($15), Pearl Pop, pearlpop.com
5. 18” Tan Mushroom Mouse in Dark Green ($38), Basil Village, basilvillage.com
6. 8” Sand Rainbow Mouse ($28), Basil Village, basilvillage.com
7. Enamel Hoop in Pink ($12), Pip Pop Post, pippoppost.com
8. Endless Hoop in Gold (from $11), Pip Pop Post, pippoppost.com
9. Jewelry Box in Ballet Pink ($38), Pip Pop Post, pippoppost.com
10. 20 oz Traveler in Sports ($34.99), HydroJug, thehydrojug.com
11. Gabb Watch 3e in White ($149.99), Gabb, gabb.com
12. Gabb Phone 4 Pro ($199.99), Gabb, gabb.com
13. 8” Blue Salty Bird ($28), Basil Village, basilvillage.com
14. Babe Shade Kids Invisible Ghost-Free Sunscreen ($28), Daily Shade, dailyshade.com
15. 20 oz Traveler in Bows ($34.99), HydroJug, thehydrojug.com

From the trail to the table

1. Double Deluxe Hammock + 2” Wide Hanging Straps ($44.99), Grand Trunk, grandtrunk.com
2. Beef Tallow Potato Chips ($43.95 for pack of 6), Norse Roots, norsechips.com
3. 24 oz Shaker Insulated in Black ($24.99), HydroJug, thehydrojug.com
4. Allpa 42L Travel Pack in Del Dia ($240), Cotopaxi, cotopaxi.com
5. Dog Bandanas (from $15), Rebel Paw, rebelpaw801.com
6. Tread Pizza Oven in Matty ($549.99), Gozney, us.gozney.com
7. Ski Socks Descent Series in Jupiter, QEJA, $32.00, qejasocks.com
8. Caddis HD Backpacking Chair ($79.99), Grand Trunk, grandtrunk.com
9. The Exec Original Sunglasses ($70), Pit Viper, pitviper.com
10. Midnight Black Bike Shirt in Logo ($82), El Roo Bike, elroo.bike
11. Summit Green Bike Shirt in Logo ($74), El Roo Bike, elroo.bike
12. Highliner Primaloft Air-Perm Fleece Hoodie in Sierra Combo ($99), Backcountry, backcountry.com

2024 Holiday gift guide

The making of Deer Valley’s $2B East Village

You grew up in — and learned to ski in — Ogden Valley. How have your experiences in the area influenced your thinking about the spaces you’ll oversee in this role?

I moved to Ogden Valley at about 12 years old. The valley grounded me in the mountains. I’d already started skiing when I was much younger, as my dad built part of Snowbasin. My whole childhood was skiing until exhaustion, getting in the car and falling asleep. After school, we’d ski down the side of the road and ski all night at Nordic Valley. As I got older, I skied at Powder Mountain. Back then, you’d always have amazing snow consistently — we’re adding snowmaking now, which will be fun.

Powder is one of the last resorts that’s not crowded. Snowbasin, Park City, even Alta and Snowbird — the Epic and Ikon passes did one amazing thing by getting more people skiing, but on a Saturday morning, it’s overwhelming. We have an opportunity at Powder to turn the model. We have tons of land, can invest in real estate infrastructure, and still give the same ski experience we had in the 1980s.

At Mountain Luxury Real Estate and Lodging, you built a successful real estate business with over $1 billion in sales. How will you apply those entrepreneurial skills to the broader operations of Powder Mountain and Powder Haven?

My business has been in Ogden Valley, mostly Huntsville, Eden and Liberty. I have a good feel for the kind of person who comes to the valley and what drives prices there. When I first started Mountain Luxury around 2005, there wasn’t a house sold over a million dollars.

I’ve also owned a construction company, a restaurant and bought a lodging company. I’m good at multi-use spaces — how do you take lower volume and make it profitable over the long term? How do you have the same space produce different things at different times?

The entrepreneurial side is showing newcomers the authentic parts of the community. You walk into almost any community in America today, and there’s a Walmart, Starbucks, Applebee’s, Target — they’ve all been laid out the same. When you come to Ogden Valley and Powder, you see we haven’t done that.

How are you approaching the balance of managing growth while preserving the authenticity of the area?

I was part of the incorporation process for Ogden Valley. I also served on the land trust for several years and have conserved some ranches. That work is near and dear to my heart. So, how to do less development, get a higher return and honor what works for the community?

A couple things matter to me: First, Powder stays a public ski resort. Taking that away from the community is an absolute loss. Second, it can’t become a big mega-resort — that would change the fabric of the valley immensely.

“We’re not planning for a 2-year or 5-year flip or maximizing pass revenue. We’re planning how to make this resort work for 100 years.”

Reed Hastings has a passion for the mountain and doesn’t need to maximize return. He just wants to do a great job. Not every decision we make will make everybody happy, but we’re going to have public trails and a public ski resort. We’ll minimize development so it never risks becoming a mega-resort. We’re not planning for a 2-year or 5-year flip or maximizing pass revenue. We’re planning how to make this resort work for 100 years. We bought additional land to expand the private side. We sold out Phase 1 with the first 40 lots, keeping it in an area the community agrees density should be.

Someone asked what keeps me up at night. Losing public access keeps me up. Reed has promised that preserving it is something he’s all about. We’re not traditional “churn and burn” developers. There’s a lot of heart and thought that goes into what we’re putting, where we’re putting it and how we’re doing it.

What lessons from your experience as chief revenue officer of Powder will inform your strategy as president?

I’ve always grown all my businesses from the ground up, so I love getting in and knowing everything from washing dishes to how the software runs. As chief revenue officer, I built out the program for our lot sales — how we laid out the lots, wrote the design guidelines and did the pricing structure. I was responsible if we didn’t sell out.

I’ve always known who the buyer is in the valley. I’ve communicated with buyers and done the sales cycle with them. I grew a whole team in those two years, and we built everything from scratch. I got to work with Reed one-on-one, and once he figured out that I knew what I was doing, he let me run with it. Now I get to take his style and use him as a coach, too.

We also added a private club component while trying to keep it down to earth. We’re like your chill, fun private club. If you don’t care that everybody knows you’re a billionaire, we’re your place. If you don’t want your kids to feel entitled and you want them to know how to carry their own skis, if you’re okay with hooting and hollering and having fun — that’s Powder Haven.

What challenges or opportunities do you anticipate in the broader ski industry over the next decade, and how is Powder positioning itself in that landscape?

Season pass sales are down for Vail Resorts this year. Their revenue isn’t down as much as their pass sales, but they’ve found a tipping point where crowds are saying, “This isn’t the experience we want.” I see us being able to slide in on some of that.

The other challenge is staffing. You had protests by ski patrollers — rightfully so. We made a massive pivot last year, spending an extra $3 million in payroll. I believe we’re the top-paying ski resort in the state. We want the best people — curious, hardworking, kind people. Our staff makes or breaks a resort, and we’re fortunate to have made that pivot early.

Transportation and housing are other issues. We’re fortunate to be so close to population centers. Places like Jackson Hole and Big Sky — it’s hard for people to afford to live there. We spun up a whole shuttle system last year, which was a huge expense but a great investment.

How do you plan to collaborate with Reed, who will remain CEO, to advance the long-term vision of Powder Mountain and Powder Haven?

Reed is a passion guy. It’s beautiful working with someone who puts doing the right thing first. When I took the job, I said, “Reed, I will not take this job if you ever make me doubt my integrity.” Over these last two years, we’ve been so aligned. He’s more concerned about keeping his word than making extra money. As CEO, he’ll stay involved in all the big stuff. He’s passionate about Powder being successful and having the longevity of a beautiful, public-private resort. He loves the challenge and shaking things up. He’s also a snowboarder, and he’s excited to get his 100 days this year!

It’s fun because the sky’s kind of the limit. I have a massive list, and we prioritize by biggest impact, what’s executable, what has longevity and what will appeal to the most people. The big thing is finding ways to preserve it in perpetuity. We’re doing something different with the public-private model, and I think it will benefit the public side. I’m excited to prove that it’s going to work and, most importantly, get it deeded so people can have confidence it’ll stay public forever.

Revitalizing retail with Julissa Breslin

This year’s Most Influential Women are transcending expectations across diverse fields to sculpt the future of our state. Whether through streamlining healthcare access, shaping housing policy or advancing startup ecosystems, this year’s cohort sets a new standard for what it means to lead — integrating purpose and passion to enrich Utah’s cultural and economic landscape.

Photos by Beka Price Photography

Selection Committee:

Holly Waddington | Executive VP | Carpet Diem

Gloria Cardenas | Owner | Familia Americana Immigration Law Group

Shauna Graves-Robertson | Justice Court Judge | Salt Lake County Justice Court

Stephanie Benally | Native American Specialist | Utah Foster Care

Honorees

Tori A. Baker

CEO & President | Salt Lake Film Society

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Erin Laney Barr

Managing Director & Market Leader | CBRE

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Heather Brace

Chief People Officer | Intermountain Health

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Bianca Collings

EVP, Marketing | Lumea

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Rebecca Covey

Co-Founder | Bridle Up Hope: The Rachel Covey Foundation

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Carin Crowe

CEO | Habitat for Humanity Greater Salt Lake Area

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Nicole Toomey Davis

Co-Founder, CEO & President | Enclavix LLC - VentureWrench Startup Tools

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Sally Dietlein

Co-Founder & Artistic Director | Hale Centre Theatre

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Lynsey Drew

Dean & Chief Academic Officer | Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine

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C. Hope Eccles

President | Goldener Hirsch Inn

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Becky Edwards

Founder | Governing Group

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Kaitlin Eskelson

CEO & President | Visit Salt Lake

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Carol Hollowell

CEO & President | Switchpoint

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Lorena Riffo Jenson

Director, Salt Lake City Department of Economic Development | Salt Lake City Corporation

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Anne Okerlund Leavitt

Co-Founder | Leavitt Group Enterprises

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Charlotte L. Miller

Former HR Director & Lawyer | Salt Lake Legal Defenders Association

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Amanda Millerberg

Community Volunteer & Director, Philanthropy | Millerberg Family Giving Fund

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Mitzi M. Montoya

SVP, Academic Affairs (Provost) | University of Utah

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Abby Osborne

Chief of Staff | Utah House of Representatives

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Ruchi Watson

Managing Director & CEO | Goff Strategic Leadership Institute, University of Utah

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Utah Business is proud to celebrate the Utah companies and individuals making our state a greener place. From revolutionary water treatment systems to advanced recycling technologies, the organizations and leaders honored in this year’s cohort demonstrate how environmental stewardship can drive both economic growth and community well-being.

2024 Green Business Awards

Airbuild Inc.

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Airbuild transforms municipal water treatment with scalable, modular pods that replace expensive centralized plants and outdated lagoons. Each pod combines algae-based treatment, renewable energy and advanced filtration to deliver clean water, reduce carbon emissions and process waste into valuable byproducts like biochar. Cities can expand capacity as needed without decades of debt or inflexible systems. Airbuild works directly with local governments to create immediate community benefits, generating construction, logistics and operations jobs while helping cities meet regulatory compliance, carbon reduction targets and sustainability goals. By aligning wastewater treatment with climate action, Airbuild enables municipalities to turn essential services into engines for environmental and economic progress, building cleaner, more resilient communities.

Altris Energy

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Altris — short for “Altruistic Solutions” — is a tech aggregator, R&D and commercialization company developing affordable, sustainable power and water solutions. The company stacks technologies to increase efficiency while reducing costs for utilities, industry and communities. Its portfolio includes advanced clean power generation, low-cost hydrogen production, water treatment, next-generation nuclear applications, and biochar and graphene production. Altris transforms proven technologies into commercial systems and bankable projects by developing, acquiring and licensing breakthrough intellectual property. The Utah-based company has secured contracts, partners and manufacturing pathways for scale. Altris aligns innovation with pragmatic execution to make clean power and water reliable, affordable and abundant, helping lead Utah’s energy transition with solutions designed for impact at utility and human scale.

Amy M. Hansen

Sustainability Program Manager | Swire Water

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Amy Hansen leads environmental stewardship and community engagement initiatives as part of Swire Water’s sustainability team. She tracks resource use and greenhouse gas emissions supporting decarbonization goals, develops employee sustainability training and organizes major outreach events, including trail cleanups with the Jordan River Commission and conservation at Tracy Aviary Pia Okwai Preserve. Under her leadership in 2024, Swire Water employees contributed over 2,024 service hours, with 2,025 hours planned for 2025. Hansen’s efforts have helped the company exceed outreach goals tenfold, serving over 7,000 people in South America, Africa and India through the employee-matched Community THRIVE Fund, which provides clean water, food and hygiene care to underserved communities.

Beehive Cheese

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In 2005, Tim Welsh and Pat Ford had a vision of opening a creamery in the mountains of Northern Utah. With family support, the two broke from tradition and created their own rules about what artisan cheese could be — building a company grounded in independent thinking, connectedness and authenticity. Now a certified B Corporation, Beehive Cheese continues to produce award-winning cheeses that bring family and friends together.

ECO Green Equipment

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ECO Green Equipment designs, manufactures and installs advanced recycling equipment for scrap tires, plastics, e-waste, wood, textiles, municipal solid waste and biomass. The Salt Lake City-based company provides custom-engineered, turnkey recycling systems worldwide, delivering solutions for tire-derived products, alternative fuels and other recycled materials. With installations across the U.S., Europe, South America, the Middle East and Asia, each system is tailored to meet diverse operational, environmental and economic needs. ECO Green’s multicultural management team supports customers globally, focusing on providing recycling solutions for customer success.

Fairmat

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Fairmat, a French deep-tech company founded in 2020 by Benjamin Saada, specializes in recycling carbon fiber composites. The company uses proprietary robotic and AI-driven technologies to transform carbon fiber waste into high-performance, second-generation material, preventing landfill disposal or incineration. Fairmat recently established its first U.S. facility in Salt Lake City — a 15,000-square-foot recycling plant and office strategically located near Utah’s carbon fiber production hub. The expansion followed collaborations with the Economic Development Corporation of Utah, the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity and the Utah Advanced Materials Manufacturing Initiative. Fairmat’s 10-year partnership with Hexcel Corporation allows it to recycle carbon fiber composite scrap from Hexcel’s Salt Lake City manufacturing facility. This collaboration strengthens Utah’s advanced manufacturing supply chain while creating high-quality jobs and supporting the state’s environmental and economic development goals.

Fred Bonney

Co-Owner | Great Salt Lake Recycling

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Fred Bonney brings diverse expertise to tire recycling. With degrees in education from Brigham Young University and anthropology and development education from Stanford University, plus Peace Corps experience, Bonney has worked as a welder, purchasing agent, diesel mechanic and field engineer. His entrepreneurial background includes founding several recycling businesses, including a successful tire recycling company that processed 1.5 million tires annually. He also co-founded a pipe fabrication company serving the mining industry. Bonney’s commitment to transforming tires into environmentally friendly products drives Great Salt Lake Recycling’s mission to become the region’s premier tire recycling operation.

Hawx Pest Control

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Hawx Pest Control implements comprehensive sustainability practices through reforestation, pollinator protection, fleet hybridization and operational efficiency. Through One Tree Planted, Hawx plants a tree for every new customer, with over 45,000 trees planted so far. The company supports the Save Our Bees campaign, recognizing the importance of pollinators for food production and biodiversity. More than half of Hawx’s fleet uses hybrid vehicles, with algorithmic route planning further reducing fuel consumption. Internally, Hawx has consolidated its headquarters into one building, cutting energy use while enhancing collaboration. Remote work options reduce commuting emissions while improving employee well-being.

Kyller Barrus

Materials Manager | WesTech, Swire Water

swirewater.com

Kyller Barrus has been with WesTech for over 17 years, where he has consistently been a voice for positive change within warehouse operations. As warehouse operations manager, he has played a key role in helping the operation achieve over 60 percent waste diversion from landfill by supporting the development and implementation of wood pallet recycling, cardboard reuse and metal recycling programs across warehouse and shipping/receiving operations. During WesTech’s recent move to a new warehouse, Kyller ensured sustainability was built into the facility, including motion-activated LED lighting and quality insulation, improving energy efficiency while reducing costs. His efforts reflect a long-term commitment to aligning operational excellence with environmental responsibility, and he has helped set a new standard for sustainable warehouse management at WesTech.

Lovesac

lovesac.com

Utah native Shawn Nelson founded Lovesac in 1995, starting with an eight-foot foam-filled sac made in his parents’ basement. Today, the company’s patented modular Sactionals follow a “Designed For Life” philosophy that rejects planned obsolescence, with components that are washable, replaceable and reconfigurable. Sustainability is central, with upholstery fabric made from repurposed plastic bottles. Since 2018, Lovesac has repurposed over 340 million plastic bottles into its furniture fabrics, aiming for one billion by 2040 through its REPREVE partnership. Their packaging also uses recycled cardboard to reduce chemicals.

Nature’s Sunshine

naturessunshine.com

Nature’s Sunshine, a Utah-founded pioneer in herb encapsulation, has led the supplement industry for over 50 years with quality, purity and innovation. In 2024, the company’s U.S. distribution centers earned a “TRUE Zero Waste” gold certification. Since 2021, Nature’s Sunshine has reduced manufacturing waste by 32 percent, targeting 35 percent by late 2025. Its Spanish Fork facility now operates on 100 percent renewable energy, and the company has worked toward cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 50 percent since 2021. Beyond environmental initiatives, the company’s Impact Foundation has positively affected more than 1 million people globally through service projects, humanitarian aid and health initiatives, demonstrating that business can benefit people, communities and the planet.

Paleblue

paleblueearth.com

Paleblue leads in high-performance rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that outperform wasteful single-use batteries. Charging a Paleblue battery costs 1/2,000th of purchasing a new alkaline battery, helping reduce the million pounds of alkalines incinerated or disposed of daily in landfills. The company’s batteries offer USB-C convenience and modern battery chemistry performance. Paleblue is a member of 1% for The Planet and Call2Recycle, and supports eco-conscious nonprofits including Fish For Garbage, Swaner Preserve and Recycle Utah.

Right On

wearerighton.com

Salt Lake City-based Right On uncovers the emotion in enterprise sustainability, transforming complex information into compelling stories. Its senior brand strategists, content strategists and creatives help companies rally people around environmental and social programs. Working with local institutions like Huntsman Mental Health Institute, national brands like Tillamook and global enterprises like BD, Right On creates strategic messaging and standout content that changes how people think and act. The company helps clients launch patient-centered environmental programs, secure funding for climate initiatives, showcase ESG commitments and communicate confidently amid political pressures. Beyond client work, Right On provides training and resources to sustainability leaders, including Harvard Business Review articles, leadership summits and workshops. The women-owned and women-led agency is a member of the Utah Sustainable Business Network.

TELLUS Air Quality

tellusensors.com

TELLUS, a Salt Lake City environmental intelligence company spun from University of Utah research, transforms how communities, businesses and governments understand air quality. Using patented calibration algorithms, modular sensors and its AirView platform, TELLUS delivers real-time, actionable environmental data. The company’s AirU Pro monitors track pollutants including particulate matter, VOCs, ozone and CO₂, while AirView maps visualize this data with engaging dashboards. These tools support both community awareness and regulatory compliance, bridging the gap between public engagement and professional environmental management. Trusted by media, government agencies and industry leaders nationwide, TELLUS has grown from academic roots into a company delivering measurable impact by reducing environmental blind spots, promoting transparency and creating healthier communities.

The Bee Partner

thebeepartner.com

The Bee Partner enables individuals and companies to sponsor beehives, support pollinator habitats and receive fresh, raw honey. Through its Honeyshare program, members own a share of a professionally maintained beehive with honey delivered directly to them. Businesses can sponsor hives and share local honey with customers, clients or employees as unique, meaningful gifts. A portion of every purchase protects native bee habitats, supporting pollinators responsible for over one-third of our food supply. With operations in Utah, California and Idaho, The Bee Partner educates the public and supports biodiversity while providing high-quality, natural honey.

The Green Team

visitsaltlake.com/salt-palace-convention-center

The Green Team was established in 2016 when the Salt Palace Convention Center, Mountain America Expo Center, Visit Salt Lake, Sodexo Live!, and Encore came together to advance sustainability initiatives and foster innovation. This partnership created a united platform for expanding sustainability programs across both venues, creating and growing community partnerships and enhancing education opportunities for staff. The Green Team demonstrates how organizations can work together and successfully achieve sustainability goals while continuing to provide exceptional experiences for guests and event organizers. Through collaboration, education and innovation, the Green Team continues to lead in environmental stewardship in the events industry.

Volition

volition.eco

Volition is revolutionizing data center deployment by eliminating dependence on electrical utilities. While traditional data centers require massive grid power and 2-4 years of utility infrastructure upgrades, Volition’s facilities generate electricity onsite using advanced fuel cell systems, enabling deployment in just 6-9 months. This energy independence creates a unique community benefit: Volition shares surplus clean energy with neighboring homes and businesses at rates up to 50 percent below utility costs, transforming data centers from energy burdens into community assets. The company’s approach addresses critical technology needs for computing power located exactly where applications like artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicles and smart manufacturing operate. Through its “TOMS for Energy” business model, Volition channels revenue from premium computing services into community benefits through affordable energy access. The company is developing facilities across the United States and the United Arab Emirates, with plans for European expansion.

Wavetronix

wavetronix.com

Wavetronix manufactures radar vehicle detection devices engineered at its Springville headquarters and installed throughout Utah. The sensors provide critical traffic data to agencies, helping reduce vehicle emissions by keeping traffic moving. Studies show that preventing vehicles from stopping and idling can reduce emissions by 20-40 percent. On I-15, Wavetronix sensors provide real-time speed and volume data, alerting UDOT to congestion as it happens. This information helps drivers adjust commute timing or routes during heavy traffic. At intersections, the sensors monitor vehicle queues and dynamically change lights based on actual conditions, reducing wait times and ensuring green lights efficiently clear waiting vehicles.

Weave

getweave.com

Founded in 2008, Weave provides an all-in-one experience platform for small and medium-sized healthcare businesses, connecting the entire customer journey from first call to final invoice. More than 35,000 healthcare providers across North America use Weave to attract, engage and retain patients while streamlining operations. In 2025, Weave’s Supply Chain Team launched a sustainability initiative to reduce waste, lower emissions and improve efficiency. The program emphasizes refurbishing and redeploying returned VoIP devices, with over 4,000 certified as “like-new” in 2025 alone. The company has cut air-freight shipments by 90 percent and reduced shipping times by 50 percent by restructuring its logistics network, creating a resilient, closed-loop supply chain that aligns environmental responsibility with business performance.

Wild Waters Soapery

wildwaterssoapery.com

Wild Waters Soapery has evolved from small-batch soaps for friends and family into a thriving business serving customers in local markets and zero-waste refilleries nationwide. The company specializes in palm-free, plant-based soaps, shampoo and conditioner bars crafted with mineral clays, botanicals and essential oils. All products come in compostable or refillable packaging. With its Zero Waste Home collection, Wild Waters offers everyday cleaning essentials that help households reduce waste without sacrificing beauty or function. Under new ownership that carries forward the founder’s legacy, the company has expanded its product line, added wholesale partnerships and updated packaging using reclaimed materials. The company’s solid dish soaps now come in reclaimed, vintage and antique ceramics. Wild Waters operates under the principle of “minimum impact on the environment, maximum impact on people,” maintaining artisanal quality while scaling sustainable production.

Julissa Breslin’s community-centric approach has positioned The Gateway as a blueprint for the modern mall. Raised in Lima, Peru, Breslin later graduated from the University of Utah and gained valuable experience through roles at the Miller Motorsports Park and the Utah Jazz. As a marketing and events director at Vestar, Breslin seized the challenge of reviving The Gateway — and she saw an opportunity to redefine what a mall could be. Today, what was once known as a traditional shopping center has transformed into a dynamic entertainment district that hosts over 180 events annually, including the massive “Last Hurrah!” New Year’s Eve celebration (which sees 25,000 attendees) and the popular Sunset Yoga series. Breslin won the “Scene Maker” award at Visit Salt Lake’s Salt Summit earlier this year, and her vision continues to bring Utah’s evolving retail landscape to life.

Rucking forward with Chipper Whatcott

Apps: Later, Constant Contact, Notes, Canva

Morning coffee walk

“I can’t start my day without walking around the property with my favorite chai latte from Hall Patisserie (located inside Hall Pass) or Counterpart at the new Asher Adams Hotel.”

Placer.ai

“Placer.ai is an online platform that allows us to measure the success of our events. It provides location analytics with incredible insights, like where people are coming from, how long they stay at The Gateway and where they tend to go after they stop here.”

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm

“You never know when a press opportunity may come knocking, and this lip balm is camera-ready.”

Mophie Snap+ 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand

“My phone is always charged to capture content for our social media channels and to capture things around the property that need addressing.”

Ring light

“I feel like, especially during COVID-19, everyone got a ring light because all meetings became video calls.”

Business cards

“I bring them everywhere — not just for work-related events, but also when I’m out and about. You never know when you will meet the right contact or partners. I know everything is moving to digital, but I feel like there’s something about a tangible business card that makes it a little more intimate.”

If you ask Chipper Whatcott about his entrepreneurial journey, he’ll tell you it’s been full of trial and error — a “graveyard of dead businesses,” as he puts it. But out of the rubble arose Mallow, a platform designed to serve its users by slashing payment processing fees and simplifying invoicing and contracting. After selling off his first business venture, Whelm, Whatcott learned to focus on strong core offerings rather than spreading too thin.

“‘Build it and they will come’ is a lie,” he says. “It was better to just sell [Whelm], then go build something people actually wanted.” With Mallow, Whatcott and his co-founder Ben Ruckman are aiming to master the essentials, capturing their market by doing fewer things exceptionally well. With positive customer feedback and a laser focus on growth, Whatcott embodies the startup spirit of “free falling” and “building the plane on the way down,” using ingenuity and resilience as the fuel to get Mallow off the ground.

Weighted vest

“I recently started wearing a 20-pound weighted vest to turn my walks into rucks [walks or hikes with a weighted backpack].”

IQBAR

“This is an easy snack with clean ingredients and a quick boost of calories when I need a pick-me-up.”

Mallow

“We use our own product! We save a ton of payment processing fees on our customers’ subscription payments thanks to our low rates (which we offer to everyone, by the way).”

Owala FreeSip

“This is the best water bottle in the game, and I love buying from Utah-based businesses.”

Audible & Libby

“In the last six months, I have started turning a lot of my podcast listening into audiobook streaming. … Lately, I’ve been loving ‘Escaping the Housing Trap.’ I think every citizen of the U.S. should read it. We have to get smarter about how we’re building, and the only way that we can do that is by advocating for change at a political level. … ‘Escaping the Housing Trap’ basically details how to do that.”

Library card

“Speaking of libraries, they are an underrated public resource. Need a quiet desk to work for the day? Library. Want free audiobooks? Library. Need to host a meeting? Library. Need a makerspace? Library. Libraries are awesome.”

LinkedIn

“My LinkedIn advice is to just post stuff that you care about and enjoy. Who cares if it’s business-y or not? You’ll attract the people who care about the same things you do.”

Travel essentials for doing good

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Every year, Utah Business anonymously surveys thousands of employees to identify which companies are rewriting the playbook on workplace satisfaction. In an era where ping pong tables have lost their ping, this year’s winners prove that the secret sauce to employee recruitment and retention goes beyond the break room. These Utah companies are making work feel less like work — and their employees are actually excited to clock in.

Micro Companies | 25-50 employees

Cooper Savas

coopersavas.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Accounting

What employees love: Hybrid work, PTO, 401(k) match, parental leave, free lunches and snacks, onsite gym, flexibility

What employees are saying: “I love being able to contribute to the culture of my company. It’s a culture that allows me to become the best version of myself.”

Datafy

datafy.com

Primary Location: Ogden, UT

Industry: Computer Software

What employees love: Hybrid work, parental leave, quarterly bonus, insurance benefits, 401(k), technology stipend, flexibility, free snacks and drinks, holiday PTO between Christmas and New Year’s

What employees are saying: “I don’t think I’ve ever worked for a better company. The people in our company are superb. The team environment is inclusive and open.”

Fragomen

fragomen.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Professional Services - Legal

What employees love: Education stipend, unlimited PTO, 401(k) match, flexibility, insurance benefits, hybrid work

What employees are saying: “I love working for Fragomen. The firm is a leader when it comes to issues that are important to me, such as DEI initiatives, pro bono work and employee health.”

Hamlet Homes

hamlethomes.com

Primary Location: Murray, UT

Industry: Real Estate

What employees love: Insurance benefits, HSA, fitness stipend, education stipend, free snacks, flexibility, company parties, 401(k), profit sharing, monthly performance bonuses

What employees are saying: “Hamlet has the best culture and work environment, especially for women in construction. I have been in the industry my entire life, and I have never seen a firm so dedicated to ensuring all members become the best versions of themselves and providing every opportunity to reach for the stars.”

Philo Ventures

philo.ventures

Primary Location: Lehi, UT

Industry: Venture

What employees love: Flexibility, hybrid work, insurance benefits, free snacks and catered lunches, company retreats, supportive leadership, travel discounts

What employees are saying: “Philo Ventures is a positive company that truly recognizes its employees and the value of each member. They understand that good products come from good employees. The culture day to day is healthy, recognizing employee value and contributions.”

Smart Resources

smartresources.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Human Resources

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, insurance benefits, flexibility, open door policy

What employees are saying: “Many companies claim they have a strong culture, but Smart Resources lives it. We begin every meeting with culture discussions. The entire team is driven by our amazing culture.”

Stratus HR

stratus.hr

Primary Location: Sandy, UT

Industry: Human Resources

What employees love: PTO, flexibility, “Winning Wednesday,” insurance benefits, fitness stipend, hybrid work, 401(k), employee lunches, tickets to Bees games and Red Butte Garden concerts, free snacks, company parties, employee of the month program

What employees are saying: “Culture is why I came to work at Stratus. Everyone feels empowered to do what is in the best interests of our clients.”

The Picklr

thepicklr.com

Primary Location: Kaysville, UT

Industry: Health & Wellness

What employees love: Company offsites, flexibility, 401(k), profit sharing, insurance benefits, free pickleball memberships, unlimited PTO, free drinks and snacks, weekly catered lunches

What employees are saying: “I love the excitement that comes with the rapid growth of The Picklr. Everyone is on the same team and supports each other through the pros and cons of fast growth, making it a fun, safe and exciting place to work.”

VidAngel

vidangel.com

Primary Location: Lehi, UT

Industry: Computer Software

What employees love: Profit sharing, quarterly bonuses, flexibility, insurance benefits, unlimited PTO, weekly catering, company parties, Employee Compassion Fund, maternity leave

What employees are saying: “I love our company mission and product. Days in the office are great days where we can touch base with other departments and grow friendships.”

Small Companies | 51-100 employees

97th Floor

97thfloor.com

Primary Location: Lehi, UT

Industry: Marketing & Advertising

What employees love: 401(k) match, insurance benefits, HSA, passes to Thanksgiving Point and Sundance Resort, parental leave, onsite gym, unlimited PTO, flexibility, company library and book club, Results Only Work Environment (ROWE), pet insurance, company parties

What employees are saying: “97th Floor is built on principles of hard work, creativity, enthusiasm for our work, respect and friendship. My successes are recognized, and I always receive support for my shortcomings. I have learned more here than anywhere else, and I’ve developed amazing relationships with my coworkers.”

Beehive Meals

beehivemeals.com

Primary Location: Layton, UT

Industry: Food & Beverage

What employees love: Free monthly meal subscription, holiday bonus, 401(k) match, “Fun Friday,” monthly spa stipend, PTO, insurance benefits, tickets to arts and sporting events

What employees are saying: “I can see myself working at Beehive Meals for a long time. The atmosphere is fun while also being very productive. The people I work with are helpful and supportive.”

BrainStorm

brainstorminc.com

Primary Location: American Fork, UT

Industry: Computer Software

What employees love: Company activities, free ski passes, service opportunities, 401(k) match, bucket list “Boom Campaign,” gym membership, PTO, tickets to sporting events, insurance benefits, monthly budget for sending gifts

What employees are saying: “BrainStorm knows how to hire well and foster a culture of giving, positivity, humor and camaraderie. There is an effort to include everyone in everything we do.”

Carpet Diem

carpetdiem.us

Primary Location: Draper, UT

Industry: Construction

What employees love: Insurance benefits, free snacks and drinks, PTO, parental leave, company vehicles, discount on flooring, TopGolf membership, HSA, birthday lunches, 401(k)

What employees are saying: “I feel like the company promotes putting the customer first and does a great job of empowering the employees to do what’s right. The people I’m surrounded by are very much in tune with one another and the companies’ values, which we do our best to live on a daily basis.”

Cicero

cicerogroup.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Management Consulting

What employees love: Insurance benefits, PTO, work-from-home Fridays, parental leave, 401(k) match, company events, professional development support, annual trip to Mexico, profit sharing, weekly catered lunches, free snacks

What employees are saying: “I feel surrounded by individuals who are extremely driven to do their very best work on a daily basis. There is a strong drive for exemplary work, and the relationships are what keep people here long term.”

Clean Simple Eats

cleansimpleeats.com

Primary Location: Riverton, UT

Industry: Health & Wellness

What employees love: PTO, flexibility, 401(k) match, free product, onsite wellness room, free drinks and snacks, yearly retreats, hybrid work

What employees are saying: “Clean Simple Eats blows every other company out of the water! They have a great mission and purpose, and they have created a one-in-a-million work culture. I truly enjoy being with all of my coworkers and my incredible bosses.”

Cozy Earth

cozyearth.com

Primary Location: Lehi, UT

Industry: Consumer Goods

What employees love: 401(k), unlimited PTO, team activities, free lunches, maternity leave, company parties, wellness stipend, free snacks, employee discount, golf passes, insurance benefits, flexibility

What employees are saying: “We’re encouraged to be creative and take risks. We all spend time outside of work together and have created forever friendships.”

Disruptive Advertising

disruptiveadvertising.com

Primary Location: Pleasant Grove, UT

Industry: Marketing & Advertising

What employees love: 401(k) match, HSA, personal and professional development training, vacation and wellness stipends, unlimited PTO, profit sharing, flexibility, free snacks

What employees are saying: “Every day, I feel so grateful that I get to work with some of the most incredible people on Earth. A focus on giving back and having opportunities to jump into service projects together really strengthens relationships across the company.”

FOCUS Engineering & Surveying

focus-es.com

Primary Location: Midvale, UT

Industry: Consulting - Civil Engineering & Land Surveying

What employees love: 401(k) match, HSA, insurance benefits, PTO, personal development training, first-time homebuyer incentive, wellness programs, flexibility, merit-based bonuses

What employees are saying: “Focus holds its culture very tightly and swears by it. The partners and management do a great job of exemplifying the kind of culture they want to permeate throughout the company, and it’s successfully trickled down to many of the employees here.”

Grant Victor

grantvictor.com

Primary Location: Kaysville, UT

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: 401(k), company parties, flex holidays, company retreats, PTO, insurance benefits, gym membership, free snacks, tuition reimbursement, free monthly lunches, humanitarian trips in Kenya

What employees are saying: “I appreciate the growth and development opportunities at the company. Training programs and mentorships have been very helpful in advancing my skills.”

iDrive Logistics

idrivelogistics.com

Primary Location: Lehi, UT

Industry: Information Technology

What employees love: Flexibility, free snacks, PTO, bonus program, 401(k) match, holiday parties, birthday lunches, profit sharing, insurance benefits, service opportunities

What employees are saying: “iDrive’s culture is very entrepreneurial in nature. People are encouraged to think for themselves and own their successes and failures.”

Nectar

nectarhr.com

Primary Location: Lehi, UT

Industry: Human Resources

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, flexibility, insurance benefits, Apple Watch and gym membership reimbursements, equity/stock options, bonus programs, employee recognition rewards, Topgolf and boating events, catered team lunches, phone plan discounts, parental leave

What employees are saying: “We believe in our leadership, we believe in our teams, and we believe in our mission. It’s a very positive place to work, grow, have autonomy and build something worthwhile.”

ObservePoint

observepoint.com

Primary Location: Pleasant Grove, UT

Industry: Information Technology

What employees love: Remote-first work environment with hybrid flexibility, insurance benefits, HSA, unlimited PTO, 401(k) match, healthy lifestyle reimbursement, corporate golf pass, pickleball league, weekly catered lunches, month-long sabbatical after 7 years, family-friendly events and parties, free snacks, phone stipend, quarterly team summits

What employees are saying: “The culture here is one of accountability, customer obsession, cooperation, alignment and feedback. It’s a great incubator for growth and success for the company and for individuals.”

Scalar

scalar.io

Primary Location: Draper, UT

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Hybrid work, unlimited PTO, insurance benefits, 401(k) match, weekly team activities like “Ultimate Frisbee Fridays,” free snacks, catered meals

What employees are saying: “Scalar has a vibrant and dynamic culture. Employees are encouraged to be themselves and to express themselves.”

The Children’s Center Utah

childrenscenterutah.org

Primary Location: West Valley City, UT

Industry: Nonprofit

What employees love: Hybrid work, PTO, insurance benefits, 401(k) match, annual winter break, onsite gym, employee development opportunities, staff recognition program, catered company parties and retreats

What employees are saying: “The culture in our company is positive, warm, energizing and dynamic. We work among others who are equally passionate about the service and role we play in supporting children and families in the community.”

Visit Salt Lake

visitsaltlake.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Conventions & Tourism

What employees love: PTO, insurance benefits including fertility/adoption coverage, 401(k) match, profit sharing, child care and wellness reimbursements, phone stipend, hybrid work, UTA pass, gym membership reimbursement, free snacks, Bonusly peer recognition program, event tickets and ski passes, professional development opportunities, custom-clothing allowance, summer camp stipend, community outreach opportunities

What employees are saying: “We do hard, fulfilling work at VSL. We help support a multi-billion dollar visitor economy, but most importantly, we have fun at our jobs and love the people we work with.”

Your Employment Solutions

youremploymentsolutions.com

Primary Location: North Salt Lake, UT

Industry: Human Resources

What employees love: Insurance benefits, HSA, hybrid work, PTO, quarterly bonus program, mileage reimbursement, profit sharing, phone plan perks, company parties and retreats, employee recognition, flexibility

What employees are saying: “Culture and environment is a huge piece of why I’ve stayed at the company for 10+ years. The culture is one of transparency, growth opportunities, upward feedback and rewarding success.”

Medium Companies | 101-500 employees

A Plus Garage Doors

utahgaragedoors.net

Primary Location: West Valley, UT

Industry: Construction

What employees love: Competitive pay, onsite cafe, performance bonuses, insurance benefits, flexibility, company vehicles, company activities, zen rooms, PTO

What employees are saying: “The culture is very friendly, and everyone is like-minded. We push each other to succeed. There are plenty of resources available from our teammates and management.”

ASEA, LLC

aseaglobal.com/en-US

Primary Location: Pleasant Grove, UT

Industry: Health & Wellness

What employees love: HSA, flexibility, company parties, free lunches and snacks, insurance benefits, maternity leave, PTO, 401(k), fitness stipend, annual massages, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, hybrid work

What employees are saying: “They are continually striving to grow, develop and train employees. I’ve been promoted to several positions and have grown in many skill sets that have helped me not just in the workplace but in my day-to-day life.”

AudioEye

audioeye.com

Primary Location: Lehi, UT

Industry: Computer Software

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, health insurance, stock options, commission structure and frequent spot bonuses, weekly family meal stipend, daily free lunches provided onsite, flexibility, hybrid work, supportive environment, opportunities for personal and professional growth

What employees are saying: “Our culture is incredible and improving every year. I think having a positive mission draws the best kind of employees.”

FinWise Bank

finwise.com

Primary Location: Murray, UT

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Health insurance, PTO, 401(k) match, profit sharing, flexibility, hybrid work, gym membership reimbursement, Top Golf and golf course memberships, company parties and events, tuition and education reimbursements, Calm app membership, LinkedIn Learning membership

What employees are saying: “Management is present in the office regularly, and they take the time to speak with employees. They are all very down-to-earth so I feel like I am not just a cog.”

GMRE

gmre-inc.com

Primary Location: Ogden, UT

Industry: Defense Contractor

What employees love: HSA, 401(k) match, PTO, flexibility, work-life balance, competitive compensation, generous leave, supportive leadership, employee events

What employees are saying: “The executive team leads growth and development opportunities for the company and for employees. The strong sense of commitment from the executive team helps employees feel supported and valued.”

Gozney

us.gozney.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Consumer Goods

What employees love: Flexibility, hybrid work, positive environment, team building events, unlimited PTO, pizza parties, company lunches, retirement planning, quarterly bonus program, industry discounts

What employees are saying: “The culture is fun, inspiring and inclusive. It’s unique in the sense that everyone is on mission together, and it feels that way.”

Groove Technology Solutions

getgrooven.com

Primary Location: Midvale, UT

Industry: Telecommunications

What employees love: Onsite gym, mental health therapy, massage therapy, pet insurance, company-sponsored events, 401(k), snack bars, EV charging stations, learning opportunities

What employees are saying: “Management is always interested in my professional development in a way that doesn’t feel overwhelming. My team members go above and beyond to lend a hand when it’s needed.”

InfoWest

infowest.com

Primary Location: Saint George, UT

Industry: Telecommunication

What employees love: Flexibility, PTO policies, paid holidays, 401(k) match, performance bonuses, sales incentives, family-oriented atmosphere, company outings, discounts at partnered hotels and businesses

What employees are saying: “I appreciate being able to discuss and implement ideas that I think will make the company better. Management cares about us not just as employees but as people.”

JobNimbus

jobnimbus.com

Primary Location: Lehi, UT

Industry: Computer Software

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, health insurance, HSA, hybrid work, Fridays off in the summer, Motivosity, weekly catered lunches, travel funds and programs, 401(k)

What employees are saying: “JobNimbus promotes from within as often as possible. If you’re willing to put in the work, they foster your learning and help you achieve your goals!”

Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences

joyce.edu

Primary Location: Draper, UT

Industry: Education

What employees love: Unlimited and self-directed PTO, hybrid work, fitness memberships, onsite massages, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) match, book clubs, professional development

What employees are saying: “I enjoy working with others who are dedicated to educating nurses and want the best for our students and coworkers. We have the same goals and are willing to help one another.”

Larson & Company

larsco.com

Primary Location: South Jordan, UT

Industry: Accounting

What employees love: Flexibility, hybrid work, health insurance paid for after certain tenure, generous PTO, reimbursements for gym memberships and cellphone bills, bonuses

What employees are saying: “Larson has a great culture that focuses on growing individuals professionally and personally. I feel like I can truly excel and be promoted when the time is right for me and not necessarily just when it’s right for Larson.”

OptConnect

optconnect.com

Location: Kaysville, UT

Industry: Technology

What employees love: Remote work, comprehensive health insurance, wellness reimbursement program, mental health days, employee recognition, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, company events

What employees are saying: “This company is absolutely a ‘people first’ organization, which makes it very easy to come into the office each day. Everybody looks out for each other and is willing to help if someone needs it.”

Pura

pura.com

Primary Location: Pleasant Grove, UT

Industry: Consumer Goods

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, monthly lunch budget, flexibility, mental health support services, generous parental leave, baby bonuses, 401(k), Nectar points, book club, bonuses

What employees are saying: “I have had so many opportunities to grow and advance my business knowledge. Everyone is so willing to share information and help me be a better leader. There is a great level of transparency from upper management, and I think that cascades down.”

Squire

squire.com

Primary Location: Orem, UT

Industry: Accounting

What employees love: Flexibility, remote work, affordable and extensive health insurance coverage, HSA, 401(k), Christmas gifts, Motivosity, fitness reimbursement program

What employees are saying: “Squire has a great work culture when it comes to truly caring about and investing in their employees.”

Strider Technologies

striderintel.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Consumer Software

What employees love: Daily catered lunches, hybrid schedules, unlimited PTO, annual wellness stipends, wellness programs, parental leave, mission-driven culture, development opportunities

What employees are saying: “Our management has found the balance between management and leadership skills. They’re able to maintain the large scope of our goals and aspirations while getting into the details of the projects and managing those appropriately. We practice a ‘zero ego’ perspective and focus on feedback and growth opportunities.”

Tanner LLC

tannerco.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Accounting

What employees love: Flexible PTO, company-sponsored trips to Disneyland, 401(k), HSA, access to gym facilities, appreciation initiatives, CPA exam reimbursement, career development

What employees are saying: “Tanner has been very committed to my growth and development within the company. They want to do what it takes to keep great people at Tanner.”

Utah First Federal Credit Union

utahfirst.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: High-incentive pay, profit sharing, employer-funded HSA, 401(k) match, PTO, paid maternity leave, monthly incentives and bonuses, company parties, tuition reimbursement

What employees are saying: “Utah First hosts several charity events throughout the year. It feels great knowing we are helping others and putting together all kinds of kits and donations. People genuinely enjoy their jobs and are willing to help and teach.”

VLCM

vlcm.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Information Technology

What employees love: Flexible work arrangements, 401(k), relaxed workplace culture, tickets to sporting events, opportunities for learning and growth, wellness program

What employees are saying: “VLCM fosters collaboration, inclusivity and open communication, which makes me feel valued and supported. The emphasis on teamwork and mutual respect creates a welcoming atmosphere where everyone is encouraged to share ideas and contribute.”

Large Companies | 501-2,500 employees

IMA Financial Group

imacorp.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Insurance

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, flexibility, opportunities for stock ownership, bonuses, onsite gym, well-stocked snack stations, sabbatical programs, lifestyle spending accounts, extended holiday weekends

What employees are saying: “I feel that I am able to succeed and grow at this company for years to come. The company promotes from within, and there are a lot of opportunities to grow.”

Layton Construction

laytonconstruction.com

Primary Location: Sandy, UT

Industry: Construction

What employees love: Employee stock ownership, company vehicles, gas cards, comprehensive health coverage, flexibility, remote work options, end-of-year bonuses, company-sponsored events

What employees are saying: “They encourage moving up in the company and provide a lot of internal training and development. If you show that you can perform tasks outside of your current responsibilities, you are supported in that growth.”

Okland Construction

okland.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Construction

What employees love: 401(k) match, flexible PTO, bonuses, HSA, fitness centers, team-building activities, employee achievement rewards, company vehicles, fuel cards, free snacks, catered meals

What employees are saying: “I like the solid foundation for growth with training programs and diverse projects to grow my skill set. Investing in and providing ongoing opportunities for employees is a genuine priority from leadership.”

Progressive Leasing

progleasing.com

Primary Location: Draper, UT

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Flexibility, work-life balance, gym reimbursement, family planning benefits, generous PTO, parental leave, 401(k) match, volunteer opportunities, bonuses

What employees are saying: “Management makes you feel heard and recognized for your hard work. They do a good job of integrating the interest of the company with individual interests.”

Select Health

selecthealth.org

Primary Location: Murray, UT

Industry: Healthcare

What employees love: Flexibility, gym memberships, 401(k) match, pension programs, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, inclusive culture, recognition programs

What employees are saying: “Select Health’s goal is to help people live the healthiest lives possible. There is an emphasis on preventive healthcare, proactive health screenings and healthy lifestyle choices. Select Health also sponsors many community outreach programs and is actively trying to improve the healthcare options of economically disadvantaged communities.”

Utah Jazz and Utah Hockey Club

nba.com/jazz

nhl.com/utah

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Sports & Entertainment

What employees love: Unlimited PTO, flexibility, free or discounted event tickets, wellness programs, gym memberships, 401(k) match, free lunches, cross-department learning opportunities

What employees are saying: “I love working here and feel so bought in because of the transparancy that exists. They truly want to transform Utah for the better!”

Waystar

waystar.com

Primary Location: Lehi, UT

Industry: Healthcare

What employees love: Hybrid work, Headspace meditation app, Virgin Pulse for fitness tracking, pet insurance, parental leave, weekly catered lunches, swag, HSA, learning incentives

What employees are saying: “We are a fast growing company with no shortage of opportunities to jump in and solve big problems while getting new skills and experiences.”

Young Automotive Group

youngautomotive.com

Primary Location: Layton, UT

Industry: Automotive

What employees love: Flexibility, work-life balance, discounts, insurance coverage, PTO, retirement benefits, career advancement, training, spiff bonuses, recognition programs

What employees are saying: “I feel grateful to be a part of a company that puts such an emphasis on positivity and family. The dedication to making sure everyone knows and lives by the mission statement and core values is unlike anywhere else I have worked.”

Extra Large Companies | Companies with 2,500+ employees

CBIZ & CBIZ CPAs

cbiz.com

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Company-provided meals, flexibility, hybrid work, comprehensive health insurance, fitness facilities, PTO, CPA assistance, opportunities for career development, retirement contribution matches

What employees are saying: “Management is working hard to make everything run smoothly. If there is a conflict, open communication is initiated, both sides are heard and an equitable solution is implemented.”

Leavitt Group

leavitt.com

Primary Location: Cedar City, UT

Industry: Insurance

What employees love: Flexibility, remote work options, mental health programs, wellness initiatives, positive work culture, company events, PTO, maternity leave, 401(k) match, profit sharing

What employees are saying: “One of my favorite things about the Leavitt Group is the culture. The employees and leaders all understand that while we are working to make a profit for the company, prioritizing employees’ needs is equally important. The culture of support, friendship and devotion to each other as much as the company is unlike any other company I have ever worked for.”

Mountain America Credit Union

macu.com

Primary Location: Sandy, UT

Industry: Financial Services

What employees love: Outstanding insurance options, HSA, flexibility, 401(k) match, gyms, cafes with employee discounts, onsite medical clinics

What employees are saying: “Mountain America encourages growth and development, and it provides the tools and resources to help you achieve your goals.”

Trucordia

trucordia.com

Primary Location: Lindon, UT

Industry: Insurance

What employees love: Flexible PTO, remote work, concert tickets, HSA, monthly lunches, appreciation events, stocked break rooms, 401(k) match, bonus structures, opportunities for growth

What employees are saying: “Management is incredible. I can talk with everyone, and we all help each other out when needed. I don’t feel like I’m alone.”

This year, 87 companies from Utah have been distinguished on the Inc. 5000 list, illustrating the state’s dynamic business environment and its contribution to the national economy. Collectively, these Utah-based companies have achieved an impressive median growth rate of 155 percent, indicating robust expansion and resilience in a competitive market. Together, they have generated a total revenue of $6.7 billion and provide employment to 29,973 individuals, underscoring their vital role in job creation and economic development in the region.

#43: The Picklr | Kaysville, UT

#102: After.com | Orem, UT

#140: Ambia Energy | Lindon, UT

#200: Akadian Accounting Education | Salt Lake City, UT

#204: Kajae | Lehi, UT

#211: Kingbee Rentals | West Valley City, UT

#220: Savvos Health | American Fork, UT

#290: LIFT Auto Repair Marketing | Lehi, UT

#305: Just Ingredients | Orem, UT

#392: Momentous | Park City, UT

#429: Tava Health | Salt Lake City, UT

#455: Bamboo Insurance | Midvale, UT

#459: Pompa Program | Draper, UT

#553: Boostly | Lehi, UT

#599: Nectar | Lehi, UT

#715: Music AI | Salt Lake City, UT

#780: Five Star Franchising | Springville, UT

#852: RIDD Pest Control | Lehi, UT

#878: LiveView Technologies | American Fork, UT

#1,012: RxEBATE | Salt Lake City, UT

#1,228: Awardco | Lindon, UT

#1,277: Savi | Farmington, UT

#1,312: Wright Landscaping | Herriman, UT

#1,405: Opiniion | Lehi, UT

#1,504: Nursa | Murray, UT

#1,576: BHI | Vernal, UT

#1,600: Gabb | Lehi, UT

#1,622: Onset Financial | Draper, UT

#1,644: Suralink | Salt Lake City, UT

#1,692: Church Media Squad | Herriman, UT

#1,800: Frederico Outdoor Living | Orem, UT

#1,841: Filevine | Salt Lake City, UT

#1,863: Kenect | Pleasant Grove, UT

#1,880: Vergara Miller Law Firm | Salt Lake City, UT

#1,936: JobNimbus | Lehi, UT

#1,987: Pura Scents | Pleasant Grove, UT

#2,050: Via 313 Pizzeria | Lehi, UT

#2,074: Peak Business Valuation | Lehi, UT

#2,231: 21stCenturyEd. | Orem, UT

#2,437: BetterRx | Salt Lake City, UT

#2,468: Lumea | Lehi, UT

#2,475: Oilo Studio | Alpine, UT

#2,652: Fund Launch | Lehi, UT

#2,702: RainFocus | Lehi, UT

#2,724: Nano-Yield | Sandy, UT

#2,749: InsCipher | Pleasant Grove, UT

#2,810: MMI | Cottonwood Heights, UT

#2,849: Northpoint Asset Management | Salt Lake City, UT

#2,868: Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food | Lehi, UT

#2,887: Nestwell Property Management | Salt Lake City, UT

#3,063: Motivosity | Lehi, UT

#3,071: OptConnect | Kaysville, UT

#3,094: Next Meters | Providence, UT

#3,118: Solen Software Group | Salt Lake City, UT

#3,260: Nexus IT Consultants | Salt Lake City, UT

#3,303: Nutriient | Lindon, UT

#3,328: HydroJug | Ogden, UT

#3,348: HEROIC.com | Lehi, UT

#3,543: Beehive Meals | Farmington, UT

#3,544: Bucked Up | Orem, UT

#3,598: Sky Zone | Provo, UT

#3,616: JKR Windows | St George, UT

#3,630: Agency VA | Pleasant Grove, UT

#3,673: Squeeze | Orem, UT

#3,793: Dental Intelligence | Pleasant Grove, UT

#3,879: NetDocuments | Lehi, UT

#3,899: Veracity Insurance Solutions | Pleasant Grove, UT

#3,932: LoanPro Software | Farmington, UT

#3,990: Denik | Logan, UT

#4,178: Becklar | Ogden, UT

#4,268: B10 Energy | Farmington, UT

#4,290: eAssist Dental Solutions | American Fork, UT

#4,344: Turner Imaging Systems | Orem, UT

#4,375: Company Vitals | Woodland Hills, UT

#4,497: Pure Manufacturing | Lindon, UT

#4,513: SkyShare | Ogden, UT

#4,529: Merrimak Capital | Salt Lake City, UT

#4,583: Greenix Pest Control | Orem, UT

#4,593: Ravn | American Fork, UT

#4,612: Max Connect Digital | Draper, UT

#4,647: International Products Group | South Jordan, UT

#4,664: IMAGE Studios | Salt Lake City, UT

#4,708: Complete Recovery Corporation | Salt Lake City, UT

#4,816: NOW CFO | Salt Lake City, UT

#4,843: Freight Tec Management Group | Bountiful, UT

#4,871: Trucordia | Lindon, UT

#4,925: Murphy Door | West Haven, UT

In partnership with Kirton McConkie and Tanner LLC, we’re proud to recognize the 50 fastest-growing companies in the state, ranked by total five-year revenue and compound annual growth rate. Ties are indicated by shared positions.

1. Pure Healthcare

Specializing in chronic and autoimmune conditions, Pure Healthcare aims to reduce healthcare costs by offering innovative and personalized infusion therapy across 43 locations in 14 states.

2. Five Star Franchising

Five Star Franchising manages multiple home service brands, providing franchise owners with industry-leading support and tools to maximize growth.

2. Just Ingredients

Just Ingredients offers over 200 nutrition and beauty products made from carefully selected, real and organic ingredients.

3. Nectar

Nectar provides organizations with tools to build a strong company culture, foster community, enhance appreciation and promote employee engagement tied to core values.

4. Back Nine

Back Nine Golf innovatively redefines golf with cutting-edge indoor 24/7 simulators, offering a membership-based model that enables golfers to play anytime at over 55 locations nationwide.

5. Merit3D

Merit3D specializes in mass-producing plastic parts using advanced 3D printing technologies, eliminating the need for costly molds and enabling manufacturers to scale rapidly.

6. Savvos Health

Savvos Health offers an AI-enabled digital health platform, providing the largest cash-pay marketplace and significantly cutting healthcare costs while improving provider payment processes.

7. WeLink Communications, Inc.

WeLink is a next-generation wireless internet provider using a “wireless fiber” approach to offer gigabit-speed internet to homes and businesses rapidly and efficiently.

8. Kolosis BIO

Kolosis is dedicated to innovation in biologics, serving spine, orthopedic and cardiac markets while enhancing patient outcomes through advanced product marketing and clinical research.

8. Launch Fulfillment

Launch Fulfillment is a technology-driven 3PL provider offering comprehensive solutions for e-commerce in supplement, beauty and luxury products with strategic global locations.

9. LIFT Auto Repair Marketing

LIFT Auto Repair Marketing enhances the digital presence of auto repair shops with CRM, SEO, and more, fostering growth and profitability through tailored online strategies.

10. Pura

As a leader in smart home fragrance, Pura offers app-controlled scent diffusers and partners with brands like Disney, Studio McGee and Capri Blue to provide luxury fragrances to homes and cars.

11. Beehive Meals

Beehive Meals simplifies family dining with slow-cooker freezer meals, saving customers time on planning and preparation.

12. Bamboo Insurance

Bamboo Insurance offers a transparent, technology-driven approach for personalized, user-friendly insurance management and customization across various policies.

13. Nutriient

Nutriient is a full-service turnkey contract manufacturer that specializes in producing high-quality dietary supplements and nutraceuticals for companies of all sizes.

14. Onset Financial

A leading independent equipment leasing firm, Onset Financial offers fast, flexible funding solutions and has financed over $5 billion for various businesses since 2008.

15. Gozney

Gozney designs award-winning outdoor pizza ovens trusted by professional chefs worldwide that combine commercial-grade performance with ease of use.

16. Dorai Home

Dorai Home creates stylish, functional products for the kitchen, bathroom and pets — each designed to keep your home drier, cleaner and clutter-free.

17. BHI

BHI is a leading national contractor offering comprehensive solutions in vertical and horizontal construction for various industries through experienced project management.

18. JobNimbus

JobNimbus provides a CRM and project management platform tailored for contractors, enhancing efficiency and customer service in the building sector.

18. Tom’s Key Company

Tom’s Key Company provides spare car keys and fobs online — so easy even your neighbor can do it! Save $300 in 10 minutes by skipping the car dealership.

19. WD Electronics

WD Electronics specializes in innovative, high-quality electronics kits for UTVs and off-road vehicles, enhancing safety and performance for riders.

20. Sensapure Flavors

Sensapure specializes in functional beverage development and flavor creation, offering turnkey solutions from concept to commercial product launch.

21. Trucordia

Trucordia is a top U.S. insurance brokerage offering commercial, personal, life and health insurance solutions, driven by a commitment to client satisfaction and innovative service.

22. The Cynosure Group

Founded by investment professionals and backed by the Eccles family, The Cynosure Group manages billions in private investments across multiple disciplines globally.

23. Pure Manufacturing

Pure Manufacturing excels in contract manufacturing for supplements with state-of-the-art facilities, focusing on custom formulations and large-scale production.

24. Pattern

Pattern leads in global e-commerce and marketplace acceleration, helping numerous brands grow profitably across online platforms with its comprehensive services.

25. Comma Copywriters

Comma Copywriters provides expert content writing and editing services that maintain brand integrity, earning industry acclaim and celebrating continued success.

26. Denik

Denik creates custom notebooks, with each purchase contributing to school-building initiatives.

27. Hawx Pest Control

Hawx Pest Control offers comprehensive pest management services with an emphasis on customer satisfaction and environmentally conscious practices.

28. Nexus IT

Nexus IT is a leading managed services firm known for high-performance IT, cybersecurity and compliance solutions, prioritizing a people-centric organizational culture.

29. Dark Energy

Dark Energy builds the world’s toughest portable power for outdoor, military and tactical use.

30. OptConnect

A pioneer in cellular connectivity services, OptConnect supports a wide range of machine-to-machine applications with its plug-and-play hardware and managed services.

30. Tagg-N-Go Car Wash

Utah’s largest privately owned car wash chain, Tagg-N-Go is community-focused and renowned for delivering high-quality services and meaningful customer experiences.

31. Squire Technology

Squire Technology specializes in designing comprehensive technology foundations to help businesses streamline operations and support scalable growth.

32. Extra Space Storage

Extra Space Storage, a leading real estate investment trust, offers secure and conveniently located storage units for personal and business needs across the U.S.

33. eAssist Dental Solutions

eAssist Dental Solutions enhances dental practice revenue management with its specialized billing services.

34. Turner Imaging System, Inc.

Turner Imaging Systems specializes in portable imaging solutions with its pioneering wireless, battery-powered imaging systems for enhanced diagnostic services.

35. SynergySuite

An all-in-one restaurant management platform, SynergySuite connects inventory, scheduling and other operations to help restaurants reduce costs and enhance efficiency.

36. Greenix Pest Control

Greenix Pest Control offers a comprehensive, process-driven approach to pest management, targeting long-term prevention and customer peace of mind.

37. Mountain America Credit Union

With over 1 million members and $20 billion in assets, Mountain America Credit Union provides a full suite of financial services, supported by advanced mobile banking and customer-focused solutions.

38. BZI

The BZI group of companies operates through three primary organizations: Building Zone Industries LLC is responsible for steel erection, while BZI Steel LLC specializes in steel fabrication. Innovatech LLC specializes in designing, engineering and manufacturing innovative construction equipment and processes to enhance efficiency and safety on the job.

39. Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI)

MMI offers a comprehensive mortgage technology platform that integrates market data, CRM automation and homeowner engagement tools to support lenders.

40. Max Connect Digital

Recognized by Google, Max Connect Digital delivers data-driven marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement across digital platforms.

41. TAB Bank

TAB Bank provides innovative financial solutions, fostering value and empowering clients through tailored, technology-enabled products.

42. Beauty Industry Group

Beauty Industry Group is a leading multi-brand platform specializing in professional and DIY 100 percent human hair extensions, handling collection, production and global distribution from its Salt Lake City headquarters.

43. Conservice

Conservice is a leader in utility management that provides solutions for billing, energy procurement and compliance that serves over 8 million locations and saves clients over $133 million annually.

44. Pack Tax

Pack Tax revolutionizes tax preparation for Utah businesses with professional, affordable services and a commitment to transparency and accuracy.

45. Aptive Pest Control

Aptive offers innovative, customer-focused pest control services across North America, driven by a mission to enhance home and property enjoyment.

46. Ark Insurance Solutions LLC

Ark Insurance Solutions simplifies complex insurance coverage for small businesses and families, prioritizing client advocacy and personalized support.

47. Layton Construction

Layton Construction provides expert general contracting services across diverse markets, maintaining strong client partnerships and delivering complex projects nationwide.

48. Gimme Beauty

Gimme Beauty offers hair accessories distributed across major retail outlets, aiming to empower women through innovative product solutions.

48. VLCM

VLCM is a provider of cybersecurity and IT solutions.

49. Lumea

Lumea is revolutionizing cancer diagnostics with its digital pathology technology, improving detection rates and streamlining diagnostic processes globally.

50. Energy Management Corporation

Energy Management Corporation ensures reliable industrial power solutions, focusing on safety, efficiency and problem-solving for essential infrastructure.

Emerging Companies

Bloom

Bloom matches U.S. companies with remote talent from developing regions, offering economic opportunities and cost-efficient staffing solutions.

Kajae

Kajae connects U.S. businesses with top global professionals in various roles, offering fast hiring and substantial savings while improving lives in various regions.

Listo Global

Listo Global streamlines global hiring processes, helping businesses compliantly onboard and pay talent in over 180 countries.

Lola Blankets

More than a blanket, Lola is a lifestyle — crafted with the finest faux fur, bold design and fearless creativity that elevates the everyday.

Mobly

Mobly enhances event marketing capabilities, offering data insights similar to digital tools like Marketo, with seamless CRM integration for lead attribution.

Park City Wealth Advisors

Specializing in generational wealth strategies, Park City Wealth Advisors delivers personalized financial advisory services to elevate client financial management.

Redo

Redo’s e-commerce software platform enhances personalization and profitability for merchants, integrating customer journey touchpoints into an intelligent system.

Solidarity Wealth

Solidarity Wealth simplifies wealth management, helping families achieve long-term financial goals and live confidently with carefully crafted strategies.

Troomi

Troomi offers a child-friendly smartphone platform focused on learning and safety, providing tools for a balanced technology relationship without the downsides of social media.

As an attorney, an executive and a leader, I have taken the approach that I am responsible for paying attention to and seeing who is not participating and may not feel welcome.

Charlotte L. Miller

Attorney and HR leader

What specific changes have you implemented that have most effectively fostered workplace belonging and work-life balance?

Early in my legal career, I had access to leaders who thought about employees. The CEO of JB’s Restaurants was one of them. JB’s was a company with thousands of employees who had the words “Success Follows When People Come First” in large letters in the lobby of the main office. The CEO gave me the opportunity to work with him to identify what was best for employees, even when we sold the company.

I have been supportive of making sure employees who may work less than full-time are respected, valued and treated as professionals. Teaching executives and leaders — especially those in my age group — that people can work less than full-time and still provide critical contributions is important. Leaders also need to be aware that there are lots of different types of families, and all types need to feel valued, whether it is at a company picnic or in the benefits provided.

The Utah State Bar regularly presents a mentorship award in your name. What does this recognition mean to you?

In various roles, I have worked to make sure women and people of color have access to opportunities. I have made a concerted, intentional effort to invite people to apply for positions, to join committees, and to participate in activities when I see that people may be holding back and are hesitant to participate. When you host a party and you see someone alone in the corner or about to leave because they don’t know anyone, you reach out and talk with them and make them feel welcome. As an attorney, an executive and a leader, I have taken the approach that I am responsible for paying attention to and seeing who is not participating and may not feel welcome. When I took the opportunity to reach out, sometimes it resulted in a dear friendship. Sometimes, the organization has more active participants or a new, great leader. I have benefited greatly from teachers and people in the legal and business communities who care about me and have suggested participation.

You have supported formerly incarcerated single mothers interested in working in the legal industry. How did you offer that help?

In some instances, I have provided a place for them to live. I assisted a woman who had a serious alcohol problem, an abusive husband and three small children by enabling her to take time off from work, assisting in care for her children, and letting her know that she could not do anything that would result in my abandoning her. In some instances, my support has included my expertise as a lawyer, but most of the support was in the form of human kindness and relying on my own village of friends to participate in that support.

How do you balance professional expertise with personal involvement when advocating for those who need legal support?

Both CEOs and people with no resources may argue about or reject my legal advice. I communicate the options available to them and the possible consequences. That is separate from being their friend or colleague.

No person works ‘for’ me. We work together. If anything, I am here to work for them, to make sure they are learning, growing and given the tools to go above and beyond.

Erin Laney Barr

Managing Director & Market Leader | CBRE

LinkedIn

What leadership principles guide your talent development, and how have you worked to create a more inclusive commercial real estate industry?

People first and always is a guiding light for me in this work — not only the people I work with at CBRE (over 140,000 worldwide), but our clients, our business colleagues and the communities we impact. We are nothing without all the people that make what we do possible. No person works “for” me. We work together. If anything, I am here to work for them, to make sure they are learning, growing and given the tools to go above and beyond.

During your time with the Economic Development Corporation of Utah, you helped attract companies like Goldman Sachs, Boeing, and Adobe to the state. What makes Utah competitive for these high-value employers?

So many factors go into a company’s decision to relocate and expand into a new area. At the end of the day, companies want to be in a place where they are valued. Distilling it down further, companies want their people to be valued. Then, the company will be seen as a place where people want to work. Therefore, they will contribute to the company’s goals and mission. Again, people first. I’d also be remiss if I didn’t point out that it has to make good business sense for a company to make a relocation decision. If the policy environment is such that they don’t feel supported, heard and welcomed into a growth-friendly environment, they’ll have a hard time choosing Utah.

Which initiatives have you been involved in that have been most impactful?

As a member of the Utah Rising Steering Committee, you’re helping shape the state’s future development. What vision do you have for balancing economic growth with quality of life considerations, particularly as it relates to commercial real estate development?

I believe that we need a true consensus on what growth looks like going forward. Growth is inevitable.

I understand when people are afraid to lose what makes Utah great. I feel the same way. I want my son to experience all the wonderful reasons I decided to return to Utah after 10 years away. However, if we aren’t proactive in finding solutions together, the change will come, we won’t be prepared and we will all pay the price. I think of cities like Seattle, Denver and Austin. All places that have seen tremendous growth. Each of these cities has faced considerable headwinds because there wasn’t a consensus in city planning, infrastructure development and water needs.

We’ve all heard the “Team Utah” mantra over the last decade, and when it is working, it makes us unstoppable, while ensuring we keep all the things that make Utah so special. However, if any one person, organization, or personal agenda becomes the loudest voice in the room, we’ll all lose.

I’ve always believed that local impact and national advocacy are deeply connected.

Tori A. Baker

CEO & President | Salt Lake Film Society

LinkedIn

What did you hope to accomplish when you founded MAST Studio?

The idea first sparked during my work with Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Small Businesses program, where I recognized a gap: Utah was producing world-class animators, but we were losing them to out-of-state opportunities. MAST is designed to close that gap by transforming artists into artist-entrepreneurs. We provide mentorship and hands-on experience in every facet of animation — from cutting-edge VR technology to personal branding and business modeling — so participants leave not just as creators, but as sustainable small-business owners in their own right.

You’ve played a crucial role in preserving and restoring the Tower Theater. How do you envision the theater serving the community for the next century?

The Tower Theatre: Next 100 Years Project is more than a renovation: it’s a cultural investment in Salt Lake City’s future. Our vision is to restore this beloved neighborhood landmark within its historical context while transforming it into the world’s first freestanding International Living Building cinema — a model of environmental sustainability, water stewardship and community resilience. The Tower Theatre: Next 200 Years Project will put the Tower on the international stage of cinematic exhibition, integrating new technologies in film presentation and programming to ensure its relevance for generations.

How has the Arthouse+ platform transformed or expanded the reach of arthouse cinemas in your network?

When the pandemic hit, arthouse cinemas across the country suddenly lost their ability to connect films with audiences. My entrepreneurial background pushed me to innovate, and that’s how Arthouse+ was born. We partnered with more than 25 distributors and 30 arthouse cinemas nationwide to create a virtual theatrical release window for independent films. … When theaters reopened, we didn’t sunset the technology — we evolved it. Arthouse+ became the R&D foundation for a next-generation POS system designed to integrate ticketing, donor relations and loyalty programs, addressing challenges unique to nonprofit cinemas. That R&D is nearly complete, and the Salt Lake Film Society (SLFS) board will collaborate with me and the other founder, Miles Romney, on determining the future for this technology. … Our vision is to eventually provide it as a no-cost solution for other 501(c)(3) arthouse theaters, helping them reduce operating expenses and strengthening the entire independent cinema ecosystem.

You have been instrumental in many national initiatives. What is your vision for these initiatives, and how do they align with your goals for SLFS?

I’ve always believed that local impact and national advocacy are deeply connected. I helped found the National Art House Convergence, which grew into the largest gathering of independent cinema professionals in North America. Serving on the Cinema Foundation board has given me a platform to advocate for both Utah and the national arthouse community. … Our partnerships with AMC on the TV-to-big-screen project, as well as the cultural film festivals I founded at SLFS — FILMéxico and Masima (the first Pacific Island film festival in the U.S.) — reflect my ongoing commitment to expanding access, diversifying programming, and ensuring that independent cinema remains both artistically and economically viable. Over the years, I’ve raised more than $15 million to grow SLFS’s footprint, expand its programs, and triple its cultural impact.

I try to remember that everything we do in the workplace becomes a dinnertime conversation for the employees we serve. Work is personal even when it’s business.

Heather Brace

Chief People Officer | Intermountain Health

LinkedIn

You have led organizational redesigns of system functions to create a more aligned care model for 68,000 employees across six states. What leadership principles guided this transformation and how do you measure its success?

My leadership principles are centered around three core beliefs: clarity of purpose, courage in change and a deep sense of care for people. As we have designed every aspect of the transformation to our mission of helping people live their healthiest lives possible, this has required us to define what success looks like, not just in operational metrics, but in how people experience work. I try to remember that everything we do in the workplace becomes a dinnertime conversation for the employees we serve. Work is personal even when it’s business. I am appreciative of my lens of being an employee at Intermountain for 25 years and growing up in the system.

How does your work with the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign influence your work in healthcare leadership?

My leadership in the Go Red for Women campaign is deeply personal. Heart disease has affected both women and men in my family. Watching their experiences has shaped not just my awareness of cardiovascular health, but also my understanding of how often women’s symptoms are dismissed or misdiagnosed. That emotional connection fuels my sense of urgency and responsibility.

This campaign isn’t just about awareness; it’s also about legacy. For me, it’s a chance to ensure that the next generation of women — my nieces, my friends, my colleagues and my future grandchildren — know their risks, speak up and feel heard. It’s also a reminder that leadership isn’t just professional, it’s profoundly personal. In my leadership legacy, I want to be remembered for closing gaps in care, opportunity and voice.

You have balanced many community commitments over the years with a demanding job. How do you approach prioritizing these commitments?

As a leader, I try to model the idea that you can lead well and live well. I want others to see that community involvement isn’t a distraction from leadership; it is a reflection of it. Also, taking care of your own well-being is not a luxury; it is a responsibility. At the end of the day, I try to keep my priorities simple: do work that matters, stay grounded in who I am, and leave things better than I found them.

Having worked your way up through Intermountain Health over your 25-year career, what insights have you gained about developing talent and creating pathways for advancement?

Having grown up inside this organization, I’ve had the privilege of experiencing first-hand what it means to be seen, developed and believed in. That is something I will never forget. One of my biggest insights is that talent doesn’t always look like a polished resume or a linear career. Often, the best potential is sitting one layer deeper, waiting for someone to notice. People cannot advance into what they cannot see. We need to be intentional about surfacing pathways, demystifying leadership and making it clear how someone grows in our organization.

Leadership doesn’t require the ‘right’ background. It takes vision, trust in your instincts and a willingness to do things differently.

Bianca Collings

EVP, Marketing | Lumea

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What unique marketing approaches have been most effective in the specialized medical technology space?

When I stepped into my role at Lumea, I didn’t come from a traditional healthcare or medtech background, … but what seemed like a disadvantage at first ultimately became one of our greatest assets. It allowed me to bring a fresh perspective to an industry that is largely made up of insiders. Instead of relying on the typical playbook, such as digital ads or pay-to-play campaigns, we leaned into authenticity and credibility. … We laid a deep SEO foundation, launched a podcast, built a digital magazine and founded an industry summit that now brings together thought leaders from across the globe.

What leadership principles did you learn by successfully producing Lumea’s first Digital Diagnostic Summit that you’re applying to future initiatives?

Most events in this space follow the same formula — same speakers, same venues, same structure. We wanted to do something different. Alongside our head of sales, we created a summit that reflected the innovation we talk about. … That first summit helped put Lumea on the map, and it’s now considered one of the top three events in our space. The biggest lesson I’ve taken from the experience is that leadership doesn’t require the “right” background. It takes vision, trust in your instincts and a willingness to do things differently.

Your students at Utah Valley University consistently praise your ability to connect classroom learning with real-world marketing applications. How do you balance your roles as both an industry executive and an educator, and how does each role inform the other?

My harp teacher, in particular, shaped how I think about learning. Starting at age six, every lesson was recorded on an old-school tape recorder, long before that kind of self-review was common. I had to listen back, evaluate my own performance, and come to the next lesson prepared to explain where I needed to improve. She put me on national stages as a soloist and ensemble member from a very young age — not for prestige, but because she believed the only way to really learn was to apply what you knew in the real world. If your knowledge stays locked in the studio, you haven’t really learned it. That mindset is what I try to pass on to my students.

What challenges have you faced, and what strategies would you recommend to companies looking to develop and retain more women in leadership positions?

As a mother of five and an executive in a mission-driven tech company, I’ve constantly worked to give both roles the energy and presence they deserve. The pressure to “do it all” is real, and while the struggle is often framed as external, for me it has been deeply internal. … I’ve been lucky to work with leadership teams who did not just allow flexibility, they encouraged it. They trusted that the work would get done and understood that supporting personal priorities builds stronger teams. Today, half of my marketing team are working mothers, many with young children. They treat time like a superpower and bring unmatched focus, resilience and creativity. My mission now is to help more women do what I helped my own kids do: uncover their strengths, reignite their passion, and connect it to the right opportunity.