Utah Valley BusinessQ

The (Silicon) Slopes are better together! Silicon Slopes’ Mentorship Program applications are open! They invite all Utah women to come be a part of the 2nd mentorship cohort that will run from August to November. Silicon Slopes will pick 25 mentees and 25 mentors that we feel will be the best matches for a valuable mentorship experience. This is a unique chance to learn what mentorship is all about! Whether you are a first-time mentee or first-time mentor, this is a space for you to learn how a mentorship relationship works. We will have resources for all to make sure you feel supported throughout the program. 🗓 Important Dates July 12 - Applications close July 29 - Matches announced Aug. 5 Virtual mentor orientation 12PM - 12:30PM Aug. 5 Virtual mentee orientation 1PM - 1:30PM August 23 In-person kickoff event  12 - 1:30PM at Kiln, Lehi Auditorium Apply at the links below, and tag a woman in leadership! Mentee application: https://lnkd.in/gMRJAPA9 Mentor application: https://lnkd.in/gR3ytZ4M #siliconslopes #womeninleadership #womeninbusiness #utahvalleybusiness #peopleofsiliconslopes #femalefoundersonly

40 Under 40 Honoree: Cierra Clayson, Brand Manager at Minky Couture Designer Blankets Meet the Minky brand queen — Cierra Clayson. Cierra is a master of connections, creating and managing partnerships within Utah County (including those with Crumbl, Utah Valley University and Varsity Spirit) and maintaining Minky Couture’s active involvement in the community. She’s a proud supporter of women in business and is active in the Women’s Business Network Advisory Board through the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce. Through her two years with Minky, Cierra has seen herself become fearless, and this strength bolsters each aspect of her life, from her business to her three boys. From Minky to “Mom,” Cierra brings a smile to each role. Read her full story here: https://lnkd.in/gFtsFMq4 Photo by Dani Corbett at Bridle Up Hope. #minkycouture #minky #minkyblankets #brandmanager #branding #marketing #womeninbusiness #40under40 #utahvalleybusiness

40 Under 40 Honoree: Emmanuel Nnah, Owner at CarGuyz Motors 🚗 Emmanuel Nnah has horsepower — and his company CarGuyz Motors can attest. Lamborghini Aventador, McLaren 650S, Porsche Cayenne — all we hear is “dream car.” And that’s only the surface of this automotive dealership’s inventory. Emmanuel has built a company by finding, customizing and building exotic and luxury cars, and CarGuyz Motors has crested an average 45% YOY growth since 2020. Those are stats to get revved up about. But beyond changing the way people view exotic car ownership, Emmanuel’s overarching resolve is to care for people and leave them better than he found them. Photo by Dani Corbett at Bridle Up Hope. Read his full story here: https://lnkd.in/gRQSitic #carguyzmotos #40under40 #peopleofsiliconslopes #luxurycars #cardealership #utahcars #utahvalleybusiness

In 2023, Elektrik submitted an application for UV50 as a Startup to Watch. After a preliminary interview with CEO Mario D. to find out what the business was about, we were immediately intrigued by their concept and traction that they already had in the marketplace. Elektrik was then honored as the UV50 No. 1 Startup to Watch in 2023. Where is Elektrik at now, almost a year later? ⚡️Expanded from 6 employees to 14 — with plans to hire more by the end of the year ⚡️Revenue has almost doubled ⚡️Has inventory in 10 warehouses across the country ⚡️Sold in over 30 states and 5 countries We’re excited to honor 10 more startups to watch for this year’s UV50. Submit an application for free by July 22 at the link in the comments — we can’t wait to celebrate you. #uv50 #utahvalleybusiness #siliconslopes #peopleofsiliconslopes #elektrik #evindustry #electricalindustry #startuptowatch #fastestgrowingcompanies

40 Under 40 Honoree: Lamè Kinikini, Owner at Elk Ridge Management Lamè Kinikini is getting real about real estate. As the owner, operator and founder of Elk Ridge Management, this company is a major short term rental company that Lamè and his team built from $60,000 in revenue to $8 million in under three years, acquiring over 100 doors in that time. Lamè knows how to play the games rather than sit idly by in the industry. From acquisition to design to management, Elk Ridge Management is vertically integrated and fully operational, giving it a competitive leg-up in the rental property space. Lamè is growing more and more as a trusted voice in real estate for his concrete wisdom. As he says, “Fortune favors action takers,” and he’s a living testament to that truth. Read his full story here: https://lnkd.in/gf9BfnGf Photo by Dani Corbett at Bridle Up Hope. #rentalproperty #realestate #elkridgemanagement #40under40 #utahvalleybusiness

40 Under 40 Honoree: Alixandra Lewis Burrows, Co-CEO at LitJoy Crate In this story, a book club became a business. Alix Lewis Burrows met Kelly Dearth in 2015 at Kelly’s book club, Delicious Reads. At this book club, the squad dressed up, had themed food, and Kelly even blogged to share the club’s creativity with worldwide readers. In 2016, that evolved into a book-club-in-a-box business that started in Alix’s garage and has grown into an international company. As co-CEOs and co-founders, Alix and Kelly are adding even more magic to books. LitJoy Crate has over 40 employees who help create special edition books and bookish products to delight book lovers far and wide. LitJoy Crate was ranked Utah’s No. 27 fastest-growing company on the Mountain West Capital Network’s 2023 list, won USA TODAY’s Top Book Box Subscription of the Year and made the Inc. 5000 Rocky Mountain Regional’s list in 2024. Add LitJoy to our Goodreads! Read her full story at the link in our bio! Photo by Dani Corbett with Lake City Photos at Bridle Up Hope. #40under40 #litjoycrate #booklovers #bookboxsubscription #goodreads #utahvalleybusiness #womeninbusiness #inc5000

We’re looking for Utah's business pioneers… The ones with tactics, strategies and ideas that are making them leaders in their industries. Each year, UV50 honors Utah Valley’s... 🚀 30 Fastest-Growing Companies 💯 10 Economic Engines 🔥 10 Startups to Watch Tag a company that should be on that list, and make sure they apply at TheUV50.com! Pictured: Ryan Gardner with Bucked Up, No. 18 Fastest-Growing Company in 2023 Jay Davis with Pillow Cube, No. 2 Fastest-Growing Company in 2023 #uv50 #utahvalleybusiness #siliconslopes #peopleofsiliconslopes #utahtech #utahmarketing

There is strength in shades. Strength in Shades Market has originally been based solely in Salt Lake City, but is hosting its first Utah County market on June 28. Strength in Shades creates a fun gathering space for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and people of color) entrepreneurs to gather, connect, sell and buy from each other and the community. Vendors range from jewelry shops to custom clothing to food trucks. Stop by and support local entrepreneurs at The Blake Venue on June 28 at 6 p.m.! #utahvalleybusiness #strengthinshades #bipoc #bipocbusiness

40 Under 40 Honoree: Chad Pollard, Co-Founder and CEO at Renew Biotechnologies. Chad Pollard has a hypothesis that, together, science and business can transform healthcare as we know it — and that’s happening through Renew Biotechnologies. Preventative tests for neurodivergent diseases only scratch the surface of Renew’s capabilities. Chad holds a bachelor’s degree in genetics, genomes and biotech from Brigham Young University and is a full PhD candidate in cell biology and physiology, expected to graduate in April 2025. Of all his ventures, he is proudest of his research, particularly in Pre-symptomatic Alzheimer’s disease diagnostics. That research has garnered significant attention nationally, highlighted by a manuscript in the top 1 percent of all submissions to “Frontiers in Neurology.” And his entrepreneurial spirit is just as strong as his scientific acumen! At BYU, he won both the BYU Entrepreneur Big Idea Competition and the BYU Student Innovator of the Year — which led to the beginnings of Renew. Since its inception in May 2022, Renew has rapidly expanded, acquiring seven subsidiaries and establishing itself as a leader in next-generation sequencing diagnostics. Photos by Dani Corbett at Bridle Up Hope. Read more in the magazine! https://lnkd.in/g8MHkmaV #40under40 #uvbizq #uvbizq40 #utahvalleybusiness #peopleofsiliconslopes #siliconslopes #renewbiotechnologies #biotech #utahbiotech #alzheimersresearch #frontiersinneurology

We loved partnering with Bridle Up Hope for our 40 Under 40 photos and event this year. Learn more about the organization, or donate at this link! https://lnkd.in/etSWb8Vd #bridleuphope #40under40 #utahnonprofit #100womenwhocare