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Tanner's Impact PodcastHeather Nemelka - ElavareReturning to work after a career break can be daunting, particularly for mothers. No one knows this better than Heather Nemelka, CEO and founder of Elavare, whose personal journey from an 18 year career gap to executive roles inspired her to start Elavare. Join us on this episode of the Tanner Impact Podcast as Heather outlines how the Organization helps empower women by sharpening their skills, rebuilding their confidence, and helping them re-enter the workforce.
2025-11-1028 min
𝕮𝖆𝖓𝖓𝖔𝖓 𝕮𝖗ü𝖊Butts in Seats & Brains in the Game: The Business w/Tanner ClayThis week, Granite, Ryan, and Patrick are joined by Charleston Battery’s own Tanner Clay—the face, feet, and force behind the business side of the Club. From revenue strategies and TV rights to pro/rel dreams and food truck diplomacy, Tanner gives a candid look at what it takes to keep a USL Championship team thriving.Show NotesGuest: Tanner Clay, Senior Business Dude (not his actual title, but it should be) at Charleston BatteryTopics Covered:Tanner's journey from College of Charleston player to club executive
2025-08-0746 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastChloe Chinchilla & Harleigh Poulson - Canines With a CauseMeet Canines With a Cause, a Utah nonprofit that's changing lives by pairing rescued shelter dogs with military veterans suffering from PTSD and other challenges. Chloe Chinchilla, Operations Manager, and Harleigh Poulson join us on this episode of the Tanner Impact Podcast to share more about their innovative programs, including veteran-assisted training and foster care. They're not just saving dogs, they're saving people too; every dog they train becomes a psychiatric service companion, offering healing, hope, and unconditional love.
2025-06-1929 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastJonathan Freedman, World Trade Center UtahDid you know that 25% of Utah jobs rely on international trade? On this episode of the Tanner Impact podcast, Jonathan Freedman, President and CEO of the World Trade Center Utah, explains how they are leading efforts to support Utah businesses in international trade through their ecosystem of 2,600+ trade and investment partners. Utah businesses can tap into the expertise and extensive resources of World Trade Center Utah whether they are a sole proprietorship or a more mature business trying to begin or refine their international trade relationships.
2025-06-0536 min
Girl, Get Up: Life & Times of an Infinite Dreamer A Podcast for Aspiring EntrepreneursEpisode 67: Create and Have Fun While Doing It w/ Jessica TannerSend us a textMy name is Ms. Cee Jones, and I help business owners showcase their brands and share their success stories to educate, inspire, and connect with audiences ready to support and grow with them. If you're ready to elevate your brand and make an impact, let’s work together to share your journey with the world! Discover exclusive digital tools designed to help you master the art of authentic storytelling, visit my Stan Store 👉🏾 https://stan.store/MsCJones.Are you interested in learning all there is to know about screenwriting, or are you ready...
2025-02-1646 min
The Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and BeyondEthical Uses of AI in Law School (w/Professor Susan Tanner)Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In this episode, we're speaking with Susan Tanner, Assistant Professor of Law at the University of Louisville. We explore different practical uses of AI by law students, some of which are beneficial and some that might be problematic. In this episode we discuss: Susan's professional background How law students are currently using generative AI Applications of AI for legal practitioners and law professors Practical uses of generative AI for law students and related ethical considerations How to start utilizing AI if you're new to it Resources:...
2024-11-2530 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastCaitlin Bognoski & Tracy Meier - National Ability CenterExperiencing the outdoors and sports with a disability might just keep us indoors. On this episode of the Tanner Impact Podcast, Caitlin Bognoski, Director of Development, and Tracy Meier, Chief Program & Education Officer, share about how the National Ability Center breaks down the barriers through adaptive sports for individuals and families across the nation. Whether water, land, or snow sports, the National Ability Center gives new opportunities for almost anyone of any age with a disability to experience adaptive sports.
2024-10-2333 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastDerek Dyer - Utah Arts AllianceIn today's busy world, we sometimes take for granted the creative and inspiring art around us, whether it be paintings, dynamic displays, or even a customized "low rider" car. In this episode of the Tanner Impact Podcast, Derek Dyer, Executive Director of Utah Arts Alliance, explores the history and future of the arts in Utah. Tune in to learn more about the Utah arts scene and the positive impact of Utah Arts Alliance.
2024-08-3034 min
Kansas City Business Cast#23 – An Atmosphere That Feels Like Home – Tanner Sutton, The Garden DIYTanner Sutton is an east coast native that moved to Kansas City just before the pandemic started in 2020. A musician, connector, promoter, business analyst, data guy, Doctoral candidate, & change management nerd…he proves that we don’t need to stay in one lane to be successful.
He started The Garden DIY concert venue out of his backyard to offer a space for artists to perform, grow in their confidence, and support live music gatherings. It has grown into an LLC which now has 9 board members. The Garden DIY hosts weekly open mic nights, artist features, monthly concerts, and...
2024-04-2357 min
Let’s Go Eat and DrinkTanner Lenart - Utah Liquor LawyerTanner Lenart gets the liquor licenses you need to stock your bar or fire up your still. Restaurants, bars, hotels, entertainment venues, grocers and other retailers benefit from Tanner’s insight, experience and enthusiasm with licensing and regulatory compliance issues. Tanner also counsels Utah craft distilleries and breweries, as well as other suppliers operating in the state.
Prior to law school, Tanner was a bartender in Oxford, England and Wanaka, New Zealand. While in law school, she was a ski instructor in Park City, and, she clerked with firms in Salt Lake City and Birmingham, Alabama. Her pr...
2024-04-1739 minLet’s Go Eat and DrinkTanner Lenart - Utah Liquor LawyerTanner Lenart gets the liquor licenses you need to stock your bar or fire up your still. Restaurants, bars, hotels, entertainment venues, grocers and other retailers benefit from Tanner’s insight, experience and enthusiasm with licensing and regulatory compliance issues. Tanner also counsels Utah craft distilleries and breweries, as well as other suppliers operating in the state.
Prior to law school, Tanner was a bartender in Oxford, England and Wanaka, New Zealand. While in law school, she was a ski instructor in Park City, and, she clerked with firms in Salt Lake City and Birmingham, Alabama. Her pr...
2024-04-1739 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastTyler Bastian - Roots Charter High School LOVE. Among the most powerful forces in the world. On this episode of the Tanner Impact Podcast, Tyler Bastian, Director of Roots Charter High School, shares how leading with love changes lives. Hear about Roots' unique approach to education and how they're changing the lives of youth who may otherwise not be in school. Roots integrates academics with real-life learning at their on-campus farm, fostering connections and supporting students through their formative years with an "unconditional love" approach.
2024-03-2237 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastDon Webber & Eileen May-West - Wasatch Adaptive SportsIn Utah, many of us are passionate about exploring the outdoor world and find much happiness as we participate in recreational activities, especially in the magnificent mountains of the Wasatch Front! In this episode of Tanner LLC's Impact Podcast, Don Webber, Communications Manager, and Eileen May-West, Program Director from Wasatch Adaptive Sports share with us how they empower people with disabilities to realize their potential through outdoor recreation.
2024-01-2629 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastDr. Sheryl Goodey & Jennifer Anderson - The Family Place UtahChildhood comes with big emotions and rapid development, which can often be challenging for parents and kids alike. On this episode of Tanner LLC's Impact Podcast, Dr. Sheryl Goodey, Executive Director, and Jennifer Anderson, Associate Director, share how The Family Place Utah strengthens families and protects children in our communities through therapy, education, and a unique "kids place" program that offers free temporary care of children. Podcasters: Doug Hansen & Devan Romano
2023-11-1043 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastKristy Columbia & Thomas Kelley - Rocky Mountain Innocence Center"It is better a hundred guilty persons should escape than one innocent person should suffer."Â -Ben Franklin. Imagine your first day sitting in a jail cell after being handed a multi-decade sentence and KNOWING you are innocent. Undoing this travesty of injustice is the heart and soul of Rocky Mountain Innocence Center (RMIC). As the innocence network affiliate covering the states of Utah, Nevada and Wyoming, RMIC is the only nonprofit organization in this region providing pro bono post-conviction innocence investigation and litigation services to those who have been wrongfully convicted. Â Join us on this episode of Tanner's Impact po...
2023-09-2928 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastGeorgina Griffith-Yates - Wasatch Community GardensWhen we think about strengthening our community, empowering youth, and improving access to nutrition, we might not think that the answer could be found in the garden. In this episode of the Tanner Impact Podcast, Georgina Griffith-Yates, Executive Director of Wasatch Community Gardens, discusses the positive impact they are having through community gardening and related activities.
2023-08-1834 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastRob Ferris & Jared Arvanitas - Advantage ServicesNavigating the complex path to meaningful employment opportunities can be difficult for anyone, but for those with mental health disabilities or those who have struggled with homelessness or other economic hardship, it can be nearly impossible. Advantage Services, a Salt Lake City based nonprofit organization, was founded in 1992 with a mission of helping individuals experiencing chronic unemployment and other difficult challenges in their lives. We hope you enjoy learning more about the positive impact Advantage Services is having on individuals and our community. Join Tanner Impact podcasters Doug and Devan for an insightful episode into this critical issue with R...
2023-07-2130 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastKristy Chambers & Monica Owen - Columbus Community CenterLife can feel very overwhelming for parents of children with developmental disabilities as well as for the children themselves! This is especially true as these children transition into adulthood and less programs are available to help and support them. In this episode, we highlight a terrific organization, the Columbus Community Center, that has provided hope to these parents and their children for over 50 years by providing meaningful support, programs, and employment opportunities.  We are confident you will enjoy our conversation with Kristy Chambers (CEO) and Monica Owen (Chief Development Officer) as much as we did!
2023-07-0631 min
The Gold StandardMatthew Wood and Tanner MolendykMichael Gallagher from NashvilleHockeyNow.com and Braden Gall are joined by Jeremy K. Gover from It's All Your Fault and Nick Kieser of 102.5 The Game for instant first round reaction.
Drafting Matthew Wood
Drafting Tanner Molendyk
The first round strategy
Learning about Barry Trotz philosophy
Conner Bedard and Chicago
Hosting the NHL Draft
The Gold Standard is BTYB Jasper's on West End. Check out their free game room but please don't put your drinks on the air hockey table and don't trap the puck, thanks!Subscribe to the 440 YouTube page.
2023-06-2917 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastBecky Douglas - Rising Star Outreach Leprosy has been affecting lives for thousands of years and was present even in the oldest civilizations; it has been a significant cause of fear, disability, and isolation for those within its reach. In this episode of Tanner's Impact Podcast, Becky Douglas, founder and current board member of Rising Star Outreach, shares with us how Rising Star Outreach is empowering individuals and families to rise above the stigma associated with leprosy and to live healthy and productive lives through quality education, medical care, and community economic development.
2023-06-1634 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastLennie Knowlton & Jen Holmberg - Project ConnectionPatterns of disconnection can affect our identity, emotions, and physiological ability to connect with others. Lennie Knowlton and Jen Holmberg at Project Connection are on a mission to provide accessible mental health services and create a network of strong community partnerships to help individuals find, foster and celebrate connected lives. Â Tune in as part of mental health awareness month as Lennie and Jen share more about removing barriers to mental wellness in our community!
2023-05-3030 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastJill Olmsted - The Inn Between Providing medical respite and end-of-life care for those experiencing homelessness" – That is the mission of Jill Olmstead and her team at renown Utah Non-Profit The Inn Between. Recovery from illness, preparation for medical procedures, and even end of life care are complex situations even with abundant resources, but imagine what the process would be like without caregivers, insurance, or a home. When the homeless among us are too healthy for a hospital but too sick to manage life on the streets, The Inn Between fills the void, providing loving dignity and instrumental medical support. Tune in as Ji...
2023-05-2428 minTanner's Impact PodcastRebecca Dutson & Joni Clark - Children's Center UtahMental health is a critical part of our overall health, and is something that is greatly influenced by our experiences in our formative years. In this episode of Tanner LLC's Impact podcast, Rebecca Dutson and Joni Clark from the Children's Center Utah join us to share about their focus on children and their families on their journey to improved mental and emotional health. Your heart will be touched as you hear about the positive impact they are having on the children in our communities!
2023-05-1832 minTanner's Impact PodcastJill Bennett - Utah NonProfits AssociationNonprofit organizations make a huge difference in our communities! But who is helping them succeed? In this month's episode of Tanner's Impact podcast, Jill Bennett, Executive Director of Utah Nonprofits Association, shares their mission to unify, elevate, and strengthen Utah's nonprofits so they, in turn, can successfully build happy, healthy, and resilient communities.
2023-03-2423 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastFrancis Battista - Best Friends Animal SocietyForever homes for homeless pets! That's the mission of today's Impact Podcast guest. From its humble start, Best Friends Animal Society has grown into one of the most recognized and respected nonprofit organizations in the country. Enjoy our heartwarming conversation with Francis Battista, Co-Founder and Board Chair, as he highlights accomplishments and the ongoing pursuit of a day when there are no more homeless pets! Â
2023-02-2337 min
The Red Letter Disciple030: Tanner Olson on Poetry’s Place in the World, How Being a Writer is Only 10% Writing, and His Best Advice for Those Who Want to Be EntrepreneursTanner Olson is an author, speaker, and poet. Tanner discusses his writing rhythms, how he’s grown his platform and influence over the years, and his unique way of blending humor and creativity into a story and announcing the hope and love of Jesus. To learn more about the podcast or access the show notes, visit www.redletterpodcast.com. Today’s episode is brought to you by Red Letter Living. At its core, Red Letter Living creates resources to challenge all people to be greater disciples of Jesus.Pastors and church leaders, enjo...
2023-02-2155 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastAlex Eaton - Community Foundation of UtahImpact Podcast: Educating a rising generation of philanthropists is a monumental and transformative mission. On the podcast today, we'll hear from Alex Eaton of Community Foundation of Utah on their ambitious - 100 YEAR goal to do just that! Tune in with Doug and Devan to see how Alex and UCF plan to meet the needs of Utah's many communities now while creating a legacy of care for future generations. This episode along with all previous Impact Podcasts can be found on our website tannerco.com
2023-01-2629 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastMcKenzie Bauer, Thread WalletsMcKenzie Bauer is one half of the married duo founder team at Utah icon Thread Wallets. With classic startup beginnings – picture them sewing in the parent's basement, McKenzie is anything but your typical founder. Join us for one of the most authentic and refreshing Influence podcasts yet. McKenzie gets real about everything from mental health to thoughts on the future. For Thread, this is a time of great excitement as they've just close on their first large commercial building and have embarked on the monumental task of renovating it. McKenzie and her husband, co-founder Colby Bauer are deeply committed to...
2023-01-1140 min
I Am In PodcastCarleen TannerSister Carleen Tanner, a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a mother of ten children, grandmother of forty and devoted wife to the world’s best papa, Mike. Through raising her children, lots of personal study and following the guidance of the Holy Ghost, she is a master at raising happy children and building a loving marriage. Sister Tanner has been teaching parenting and marriage classes for over 30 years.To learn more from Carleen Tanner, visiter her Positive Parenting website: http://www.carleentanner.com/
2022-12-1233 minTanner's Impact PodcastChris Yadon & Abram Young - SapreaOne in five children in the U.S. is sexually abused before the age of 18. Chris Yadon, Managing Director, and Abram Young, CFO and VP of Administration of Saprea, highlight how Saprea exists to liberate individuals and society from child sexual abuse and its lasting impacts. Tune in to Tanner's Impact podcast #8 to learn more about Saprea and how you can get involved in helping others in our communities.Â
2022-11-1735 minTanner's Influence PodcastAllison Roberts, FasterciseAllison Roberts embodies the drive and intensity so often associated with successful entrepreneurs. Leveraging out of the industry learnings (when you shiver you burn calories) and applying it cross industry, she's created an easy path for anyone to engage in regular exercise. Fastercise is a disruptive approach in the crowded genre of app-based exercise focusing on quick bursts of movement. Unlike HIIT style training, Fastercise is accessible to all ages and ability levels. Join us to hear about Allison's passion and gritty founder journey to bring this unique and powerful product to market.
2022-11-0458 minTanner's Impact PodcastGinette Bott - Utah Food BankOne in Eight Utahns are at risk of missing a meal every day. On this episode of Tanner's Impact podcast, Ginette Bott, President, and CEO of Utah Food Bank, highlights how they coordinate efforts throughout the state to meet the needs of hungry individuals and families. Tune in to learn more about the Utah Food Bank and how you can get involved in helping others in our communities.Â
2022-10-2028 minTanner's Impact PodcastJake Neely - Malouf FoundationHow do you protect the most vulnerable people in your life? In this episode of Tanner's Impact podcast, Jake Neely, Executive Director of the Malouf Foundation, highlights their efforts in preventing child sexual exploitation and in helping others to heal. Tune in to learn what you can do in your own sphere of influence to make a difference in this important area.Â
2022-09-2939 minTanner's Impact PodcastTeri Nestel - Children's Miracle Network HospitalsDo you want to change the future? In our latest episode of the Impact podcast, we talk with Teri Nestel, President of Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, about how they are changing kid's health and thus changing the future. Listen on iTunes to the inspiring stories of how this terrific organization is working with hospitals around the country to provide and research the best care for the next generation. Â
2022-08-1820 minTanner's Impact PodcastScott Pulsipher - Western Governors University (WGU)Education Re-imagined. That is the vision of this month's Impact podcast guest Scott Pulsipher, President and Chief Executive Officer of Western Governors University (WGU). Â WGU's innovative vision to build outside of tradition in this deeply entrenched field is a quintessential example of industry disruption. If you've ever wanted to do something in a new way, listen to his inspiring story of expanding the traditional university experience and breaking barriers to education for all.
2022-07-2129 min
Tanner's Impact PodcastScott Pulsipher - Western Governors University (WGU)Education Re-imagined. That is the vision of this month’s Impact podcast guest Scott Pulsipher, President and Chief Executive Officer of Western Governors University (WGU).  WGU’s innovative vision to build outside of tradition in this deeply entrenched field is a quintessential example of industry disruption. If you’ve ever wanted to do something in a new way, listen to his inspiring story of expanding the traditional university experience and breaking barriers to education for all.
2022-07-2029 minTanner's Impact PodcastJennifer Godfrey & Stacy Weight - Utah Community ActionWhat would you do if a friend or family member shared that they were struggling with housing, employment, or financial needs? On this episode of the Impact podcast, we meet with Jennifer Godfrey and Stacy Weight at Utah Community Action and learn about their efforts to bring the community together to empower and strengthen our friends and neighbors.
2022-06-2929 minThe Gold StandardKarl Taylor: Who is the next Tanner Jeannot?TheAthletic.com Adam Vingan and Braden Gall talk Nashville Predators hockey. In a special edition of the show, Braden sits down with Milwaukee Admirals head coach Karl Taylor to discuss the Preds farm system and future stars. How have Cody Glass and Connor Ingram developed? Who along the blueline could help this team? Who is the next Tanner Jeannot? The grind of bouncing between the NHL and AHL. What did he see from Philip Tomasino in his first year? What are his first opinions of Iaroslav Askarov? Luke Evangelista? And what is his future in the NHL?...
2022-06-1634 minTanner's Impact PodcastDr. Galey Colosimo - Juan Diego High SchoolHow often do you unplug and read? On this episode of the Impact podcast, we sit down with Dr. Galey Colosimo, who, with the students at Juan Diego High School, takes time each day to read a physical book. Tune in to this episode to hear about the influence of reading on young minds, among many other good things happening at Juan Diego.
2022-05-1331 min
Out of Left Field5.12.22 - Tanner Allen; Robert St. JohnTanner Allen joins the show to talk baseball in the minor leagues. Robert St. John talks food, travel, and Extra Table.
2022-05-1346 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastMisty Frost, Penn Foster / CarrusMisty Frost has emerged as a voice for authentic leadership. She's an a-typical Utah native with an East Coast vibe and dry wit that kept us laughing. Her experience runs deep and wide as a marketing and leader for several successful companies. As the SVP of Global Marketing on the Instructure rocket ship she helped navigate a successful IPO. She currently serves as CEO for Penn Foster post the Carrus acquisition. Misty also serves as an advisor and board member to several tech companies here in Silicon Slopes. She was named to Utah Business Magazine's 2021 list of Women to...
2022-04-2737 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastKarey Barker, Cross CreekBy Karey Barker's estimation, she's only had one job in her entire career. When you found and lead a successful venture firm, you need not apply elsewhere! Garrett sat down with the Cross Creek founder and Managing Director in her Research Park office for a fun and fascinating look at her 25-year journey. Tune in to hear how she got her start, how she navigates the intense world of venture investing and who's influenced her success. She also shares her wisdom and philosophies on all things venture, her risk appetite and investing philosophies. We are thrilled to showcase Karey's...
2022-04-1249 min
The Great Lakes ExperienceTurkey Talk With Tanner Ep. 11All the tips and tricks you’ll need to get your bird in the next few weeks for opening weekend!
Tanner and his boys have been busting birds for a LONG time, Tanner had a trip this year to Florida to complete his Turkey Grand Slam - Eastern, Mariam, Rio, and Osceola
He shares some experiences and give some insight into making your spring hunt successful!
2022-04-0850 minTanner's Influence PodcastBrigitte Madrian, Dean, Marriott School of BusinessDean Brigitte Madrian is the first female Dean of BYU's Marriott School of Business and is herself an alumna earning her degree in Economics. She went on to get her Ph.D. in Economics from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Through her illustrious career, Dr. Madrian served on the faculties of several Ivy League schools including, University of Pennsylvania, University of Chicago, and Harvard University. She's taken active advisory and board roles with several organizations throughout her career. On top of all that she's a huge Harry Potter fan and when we sat down with her in her office, her passion...
2022-04-0449 minTanner's Impact PodcastDave Durocher - The Other Side AcademyDave Durocher, the Executive Director of the Other Side Academy in Salt Lake City, recently joined us on our podcast. He shared with us the Organization's model of trust and his insights on building people.
2022-03-1634 min
This Is BombersTanner from US Bank Will Not Call Us BackEpisode 7 of Season 4 of Bombers
The boyz drink some ghosts and talk about Elden Ring, the Wii U/3DS eshops, the Sonic Cinematic Universe (or SCU), Monark, and myriad random topics as they try to contain their rage about the US Bank business account fiasco. Get it together, Tanner.
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2022-02-211h 03
The Minerals and Royalties PodcastKitchen Table War Stories Series w/ Brad Rich & Tanner Kyle - Managing Partners of Aunix EnergyBrad Rich & Tanner Kyle - Managing Partners of Aunix Energy return to the podcast to share some of their wild stories from closing deals in Appalachia over the years including:
"Minerals w/ a Side of Maple Syrup"
"The Neighborhood Milkman"Â
"The Land-locked Jet Skis Deal"
2022-01-1617 minOut of Left Field5.6.21 - Former Bulldog Brent Rooker; South Carolina AD Ray TannerBart and Charlie talk with Brent Rooker about his time at State and his path to the Major Leagues with the Twins; Ray Tanner built a baseball power at South Carolina as head coach. The guys look back at the blueprint for that success.
2021-05-0654 min
The SALTcastPodcast Interview With Jeff Bickel CPA, From Tanner LLCWe love working with CPAs. Our relationships with CPAs are complimentary, since our area of expertise is in sales and use tax. In general, CPAs are looking for sales/use tax experts, since they typically like to focus on other tax matters. In today’s podcast, we are going to be talking with Jeff Bickel. Jeff has been with Tanner for over 15 years, and has spent the last 10 years acting as the managing partner in Salt Lake City, UT. As we commonly are talking about What’s Next, we thought it would be very helpful to learn from Jeff abou...
2021-02-2217 min
The Minerals and Royalties PodcastBrad Rich & Tanner Kyle, Managing Partners, Aunix EnergyBrad Rich & Tanner Kyle join us from Aunix Energy, a private minerals & royalties aggregator that is focused on the Appalachian basin. During the episode, Brad & Tanner walk through the dynamics of minerals buying in Appalachia including cumbersome title, operator behavior, and the unique challenges & opportunities presented by COVID-19.
2021-02-0141 min
Relationship Trade SecretsTrade Secrets - 038 - Monica TannerI'm Monica Tanner, married to my best friend, boss mom to 4 small humans, weekly podcaster at On the Brighter Side ~Marriage For Entrepreneurs and relationship and intimacy Sexpert.
I get it, entrepreneurship and marriage are HARD...they both take work.
There are lots of ups and downs and sometimes it all just feels like TOO MUCH. But can I let you in on a little secret?
It's easier than you might think...you may just need some simple, time-saving, life-saving skills and strategies. That's where I come in...
I firmly believe that there are no two people on planet earth...
2020-12-1845 minRelationship Trade SecretsTrade Secrets - 038 - Monica TannerI'm Monica Tanner, married to my best friend, boss mom to 4 small humans, weekly podcaster at On the Brighter Side ~Marriage For Entrepreneurs and relationship and intimacy Sexpert.
I get it, entrepreneurship and marriage are HARD...they both take work.
There are lots of ups and downs and sometimes it all just feels like TOO MUCH. But can I let you in on a little secret?
It's easier than you might think...you may just need some simple, time-saving, life-saving skills and strategies. That's where I come in...
I firmly believe that there are no two people on planet earth...
2020-12-1845 min
Your Legacy of CareDr. Joe Ryan and Tanner - Clemson LifeJoe Ryan and Tanner Smith share stories about being a student in the Clemson Life program
2020-10-0748 min
Create an ImpactMichael Tanner Episode #53Michael Tanner is a leadership veteran with more than 27 years of highly engaged and practical experience. Through successful leadership positions of increasing scope, ranging from the U.S. Marine Corps infantry to C-suite executive, Michael is constantly evolving his knowledge and experience as leadership practitioner. Â https://podcasts.heartatworkonline.org/michael-tanner-episode-53/
2020-05-0523 minTanner's Influence PodcastRick Larsen, Sutherland InstituteRICK LARSEN, GARAGE BAND GUITARIST & CEO OF SUTHERLAND INSTITUTE Rick Larsen, is a self-described conservative and a “one-time garage band guitar player.” Rick is also the CEO of Sutherland Institute, the “conservative, non-partisan think tank” that is named after George Sutherland, the first Utahn to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court. Before joining Sutherland Institute, Rick raised millions of dollars for United Way of Salt Lake and was President & CMO of Operation Kids Foundation. Pragmatic and compassionate, Rick is a leader in our community with a big heart who believes “the world needs educated and open m...
2020-03-2000 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastDave Wright, PatternA HUMBLE VISIONARY: OUR TALK WITH DAVID WRIGHT, CEO OF PATTERN In this Influence Podcast, we have the pleasure of talking with David Wright, the Co-founder & CEO of Pattern. Pattern was a small startup in 2013 but is now recognized as the leader in "growth intelligence" that is helping leading e-commerce brands dramatically increase their online sales. David Wright and Melanie Alder started Pattern in Melanie's living room. Â And as we listened to David describe those humble early years as well as the growth and success that Pattern now enjoys, we had the sense that they n...
2020-02-2139 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastShannon Klingman and Jennifer Gibson, Lume Deodorant"FOR EVERYONE'S PITS & STINKY BITS" – A PODCAST WITH LUME In this Influence Podcast, we get to peer into the creative world of Dr. Shannon Klingman, a highly regarded obstetrician and gynecologist, and Jennifer Gibson, her CAO, sister, and earliest supporter. Shannon Klingman is the visionary entrepreneur who created a whole new category in the multi-billion-dollar personal hygiene sector. It all started when Shannon was doing her residency and read a study that supported her early suspicions that gynecologists misdiagnosed basic odors and itches as bacterial infections. The study findings concluded that 60% to 70% of the time the...
2020-01-1639 minTanner's Influence PodcastMichael Dash, Author of "Chasing the High"SALES FREAK, CEO, ADDICT & AUTHOR: A TALK WITH MICHAEL DASH Michael Dash is a sales freak. While attending University of Maryland, Michael sold home improvement services door-to-door on the mean streets of Baltimore and Washington D.C. He is a successful entrepreneur/CEO who moved to Utah where he knew only one person and started Parallel HR Solutions, a company that "pairs individuals and companies that together produce prosperous relationships" that he sold in 2018. Michael sold his thriving company because he believed in F.A.T.E. ("From Addict to Entrepreneur") more. Now his life mission is...
2019-09-3034 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastAaron Suzuki, SmartDeploy"The truth is, we almost didn't make it." – Podcast insights from Aaron Suzuki, Founder & CEO of Prowess Consulting and SmartDeploy At the age of 26, Aaron Suzuki found himself growing a regional Internet application development firm in Utah in the ashes of the dotcom bubble. By 2003, Aaron had moved to Seattle and co-founded Prowess Consulting, a dynamic moshpit of software engineers, web developers, writers and graphic designers that help major tech companies sell more. But Aaron wanted more. He started a second company "from scratch", SmartDeploy, in 2009 because he wanted to build the only product that co...
2019-08-2034 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastBlake Modersitski, Pelion VenturesBlake Modersitski has an exceptional track record as a software-focused investor that backs great entrepreneurs then helps them achieve extraordinary results. He is also a great human being! Over his 17 years at Pelion Venture Partners, Blake has had a string of top-20 venture hits with remarkable companies: Redhat, Riverbed, Fusion.io, Integral Ad Science, DOMO, enCommerce, Soasta, Metacloud, and others. Q: How can that many great companies that are being chased by so many VC's, chose to work with Blake? A: It's rare to find someone so successful yet humble, so analytical yet...
2019-07-0232 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastMatt Wardle, JD MachineJD Machine's Pleasant View office looks like an upscale engineering or architectural firm. It also looks and feels like a one of the most progressive and automated machine shops in the United States. It's very clean, very cutting edge and enjoys rave reviews from employees on Glassdoor (4.7 out of 5). In 1979 a master machinist named Don Wardle moved to back to Utah from California and settled in Ogden with his growing family. He was 50 years old and couldn't find a job, so he started his own company, JD Machine. In 1992 the company employed a dozen employees when Don's...
2019-05-0731 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastRob Jeppsen and Gary Rhoads, Xvoyant Our most recent Influence interview with Rob Jeppsen and Gary Rhoads, the co-founders of Xvoyant, made me think of the lyrics of David Byrne… Rob Jeppsen is a sales and marketing genius who starts and grows companies like Allegiance Technologies and Xvoyant. And he's a card-carrying expert at helping big companies like Valvoline, Waste Management, and Adobe win more clients. In short, Rob collects national sales awards—15 Stevie Awards, SAMY Awards, etc.—like Boy Scouts collect merit badges. Gary Rhoads is the revered and highly decorated Steven Mack Covey Professor of Marketing & Entrepreneurship at Brigham Young...
2018-12-1134 min
Going Yard PodcastWild Card Episode: Tanner Carson from Raised_In_BaseballIn this Wild Card Episode Dan and Tyler are joined by 12 year old Tanner Carson from Raised_In_Baseball. They talk to Tanner about everything from school work to training for baseball. Tanner talks about some of his favorite training tools, bats, and books that he has read. He talks about how to deal with the successes and failures in the game of baseball. Tanner also gives advice to younger players, parents, and coaches!
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2018-09-2800 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastKory Stevens, Taft Kory Stevens, the founder and CEO of Taft Clothing, always leads with his heart! It's the first thing we noticed when we interviewed him and one of many things everyone he meets quickly appreciates. So, when Kory had a dream of starting his own company with his wife, Mallory, it became an obsession. They named their company "Taft" after their son and their shoes after Taft's friends. Taft began in the living room of their small apartment with a successful Kickstarter Campaign for "no-show socks." It wasn't long before Kory was designing and selling high-end men's shoes...
2018-08-2233 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastJonathan Johnson, Medici VenturesJonathan Johnson very modestly describes himself as "a recovering lawyer." A lawyer by training, Jonathan was Overstock.com's general counsel before becoming president. Jonathan and Patrick Byrne, Overstock.com's founder and CEO, took Overstock from a private startup to a publicly traded company with over $2 billion in sales and 2,000 employees. They have been good at seeing new opportunities. Overstock.com has never been afraid of making moves. In 2014 they were the first major online retailer to accept bitcoin as a payment, and in the first 22 hours, they received over 800 orders worth $126,000 in bitcoin. Jonathan Johnson (and Patrick...
2018-07-0332 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastShawn Moon, ZerorezShawn Moon is fully present and fully engaged. He's not a multitasker. And when you meet him, you quickly sense that you are talking to a very disciplined, very different kind of leader. Part psychologist, part strategist, part Zen Ninja, Shawn is the author of several respected books on leadership, among them The Ultimate Competitive Advantage and Talent Unleashed. He spent most of his career helping Fortune 500 executives get better results. And, before that, Shawn was a Principal with Mellon Financial Corporation, one of the world's largest money management firms. He now leads a once-obscure carpet cleaning...
2018-05-2539 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastTodd Davis, FranklinCoveyTodd Davis, the Chief People Officer of Franklin Covey, believes "feedback is the breakfast of champions!" More than just a good quote, you can tell he really believes in feedback, feels it in his bones and eats it for breakfast every day. He sets a high personal bar and asks questions out loud that most people seldom dare to think about. "How extraordinary am I in my key roles?" "What are my most important roles?" "Family member, friend, colleague?" One can't listen to Todd without sensing a genuine humility. His book, GET BETTER - 15 PROVEN PRACTICES TO...
2018-04-1724 minTanner's Influence PodcastBjorn Espenes, FinchBjorn Espenes and Eric Maas met in Park City in 1999. After working together for 10 years to build a successful SaaS eCommerce company, they were frustrated that no one had the ability to provide consistent paid search solutions for their customers. And they began to believe they could somehow build a platform that could predict the profit of any "click" before a customer bought it. They decided they didn't want any investors and boldly named their little company "Finch" in honor of the small birds that, as Charles Darwin discovered, proved to be the most adaptive species in the world.
2018-03-2033 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastRagula Bhaskar, FatPipe NetworksWe recently had the pleasure of interviewing Ragula Bhaskar ("Bhaskar") the visionary co-founder and CEO of FatPipe Networks. Over twenty-five years ago when networks as we know them were just beginning, Bhaskar and his wife, Sanch Datta (co-founder, President and CTO of FatPipe) had the determined vision to start a company that is now widely regarded by Gartner and other industry experts as the market leader for software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN). Simply put, Bhaskar and Sanch built FatPipe from the ground up to become the most reliable and secure software platform for many of the largest networks in...
2018-02-0628 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastDavid Royce and Vess Pearson, Aptive EnvironmentalYou may not expect a pest control company to have a full-sized NCAA basketball court and a golf simulator inside their headquarters—but then, you may not expect a lot of things about Aptive Environmental's unique culture and amazing vibe. Modeled after the slick beauty of leading tech companies, Aptive has been a disruptor in the pest control industry by offering the best technology and solutions to a stable and professional sales team and introducing an element of fun. At the helm of this juggernaut company's beginning is David Royce, Founder and Chairman, and Vess Pearson, CEO. David describes hi...
2018-01-0834 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastTheresa Foxley, Economic Development Corporation of UtahAnyone who has had the pleasure of meeting Theresa Foxley, quickly recognizes her as someone people want to listen to and immediately like. She humbly describes herself as "the unabashed cheerleader for the State of Utah", but Theresa is also very strategic, intelligent, and people smart! After her many successes as Deputy Director of the Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED), in January Theresa became the president and CEO of the Economic Development Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah). It seemed so appropriate for us to interview Theresa in EDCU's conference room with breathtaking views of Salt Lake City...
2017-09-0525 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastBrad Ouderkirk, SureCan"Successful entrepreneurs do not wait until the Muse kisses them and gives them a bright idea; they go to work!" – Peter Drucker Our recent interview with Brad Ouderkirk reminded us that the founders of high-growth companies don't take no for an answer. In the words of the late Peter Drucker, "they go to work!" Five years ago, Brad was a successful general contractor who hated the leaky gas cans he often had on his job sites. So he began building lots of wooden prototypes of spill-proof gas cans that would be safer and easier to use. After fiv...
2017-06-2722 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastTroy D'Ambrosio and Garrett Holm, Lassonde Entrepreneur InstituteWe were inspired by the creative mojo we felt during our recent visit with Troy D'Ambrosio and Garrett Holm of the Lassonde Studios. Troy is the inspired Executive Director who worked with one of the University of Utah's biggest benefactors, Pierre Lassonde, to create a special place where students, researchers, engineers and professors could come together to create new companies. Garrett is the young, determined undergrad that serves as Lassonde's Company Launch Director. Pierre Lassonde graduated with an MBA from the University of Utah in the early 70's and became one of the most successful entrepreneurial leaders...
2017-06-1331 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastRhonda Nicoloff, A&K Railroad MaterialsTen years ago, Rhonda Nicoloff became the president of A&K Railroad Materials, the leading supplier of new and used track materials in the United States. But Rhonda's path to the top of A&K Railroad began in 1991 when she began her career at A&K as an entry level sales professional. She has never looked back! A graduate of Indiana University, Rhonda has always had her feet firmly planted on the ground. She is quick to credit her success to her parents and the recruited mentors in her life. Yes, Rhonda is the president of a...
2017-06-0632 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastJeff Miller, Mark Miller SubaruSometimes you find innovation and inspiration in the most unexpected places. In this week's Influence Podcast we experienced both as we had the pleasure of meeting with Jeff Miller the Co-owner and General Manager of both Mark Miller Subaru Dealerships and JCO Financial. Jeff and Mark are counterintuitive disruptors in the automotive industry. Their flagship stores, one located in a dealership that Larry Miller closed in 2009, look and feel and smell like a hot technology company. That's the vibe! Sixteen years ago, Jeff Miller graduated from USC and with his father, Mark, and his wife, Tatiana, began...
2017-05-2425 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastRyan Westwood, SimplusWe recently had the pleasure of interviewing Ryan Westwood, the founder and CEO of Simplus, a young, determined SaaS company that is the recognized leader for "quote to cash" solutions. Ryan is the founder of several successful companies, the author of a recent national bestseller, and an angel who helps young companies succeed. He is frequently featured in the Wall Street Journal and Huffington Post but is also a humble, positive giver who goes all out to help others. The Simplus lobby features two life-sized "underdogs" that are symbolic of Ryan's commitment to push hard for the...
2017-05-1638 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastMaxine Turner, Cuisine Unlimited"When a kindness is done, it has to be paid back 10 times." – Margo Provost After a successful career in marketing, in 1985 Maxine Turner wanted to raise a family and continue to contribute to make a difference in Utah. So she started a catering company, Cuisine Unlimited, opened a small deli, and very worked hard. Her new company took off, and Maxine's husband, Marvin, left his corporate career to help her run her rapidly growing company. Cuisine Unlimited was on its way to becoming one of the most decorated and celebrated catering companies in the United States! ...
2017-04-1837 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastNatalie Gochnour, Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute"All life is problem solving." – Karl Popper There is something immediately appealing about Natalie Gochnour, the Associate Dean of the David Eccles School of Business and Director of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah. As if that's not enough, Natalie also serves as the Chief Economist for the Salt Lake Chamber. Intellectually gifted and emotionally engaging, Natalie, has spent her career "translating" complex data and bringing together decision makers in the business, policymaking, and academic communities. In short, Natalie is a problem solver with an energy that radiates outward, a hu...
2017-04-1136 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastAmelia Wilcox, Incorporate MassageIn 2009, Amelia Wilcox had nowhere to go but up. The Great Recession hit hard and her massage therapy practice was leveling off as clients cut costs and prepared for the worst. Her husband's e-commerce business was also dropping fast. Things were tough. So she sold their inventory (and other things that were even important to her) at a great loss, and with $1,500 started Incorporate Massage. Unlike so many business leaders who are often in the spotlight, Amelia Wilcox is a very humble and determined person. She quickly began to grow her company brand through social media, and...
2017-04-0429 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastDr. Donna Milavetz, OnSite Care ClinicsAfter 20 years of practicing internal medicine, in 2007 Dr. Donna Milavetz wanted to dramatically improve care for her patients. She was also, like some of her patients, feeling "healthcare fatigue."  At the height of her career, this accomplished MD who trained at one of Harvard's hospitals, worked at the Mayo Clinic, and holds a master's degree in public health from the prestigious University of Minnesota, decided to walk away from a broken system. Dr. Milavetz made several bold strategic moves. She left the traditional fee-for-service model behind, raised capital, and made a "cold call" to Susan Johnson, the Pr...
2017-03-2141 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastSusan Johnson, Futura"PEOPLE SPEND TOO MUCH TIME READING THEIR BUSINESS CARDS" An Influence Podcast with Susan Johnson, President, engineer, and humanist It was our recent pleasure to sit down and talk with Susan Johnson, the outgoing President and CEO of the most profitable metal extruder in North America, Futura Industries. Over the past 22 years, Susan has led Futura Industries to national prominence by investing in the future and exceeding the expectations of Futura's employees and the loyal customers they serve. A graduate of  Cal Poly where amazingly smart people "learn by doing," Susan is a b...
2017-03-0735 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastJohn Pestana, ObservePoint"BIG LESSONS: STAY CALM & GET THINGS DONE FAST!" This week, we interview a former BYU student entrepreneur who in 1996 began building websites at the dawn of the Internet, John Pestana. His earliest company was JP Interactive, a company that he sold all his (and his wife's) wedding gifts to buy a computer for, a company that eventually became Omniture. John and Josh James, his partner, put everything on the line to survive the dot-com crash, raise money, meet payroll, and land Fortune 500 clients. Through sheer determination and grit, they built Omniture into a successful public company that...
2017-02-2139 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastJeremy Andrus, Traeger GrillsINNOVATION AND BRANDING GURU – JEREMY ANDRUS Everyone who knows Jeremy Andrus–one of the most innovative and charismatic CEO's on the planet–is glad he decided to move to Utah in 2005! Jeremy graduated with a B.A. from Brigham Young University and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School before joining Skullcandy, an edgy headphone company.  Under his energetic leadership, Skullcandy went from a startup with a few million in sales to $300 million before their successful IPO in 2011. He was and is the right leader at the right time! It's difficult to label Jeremy. He was a...
2017-02-1436 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastKent Thomas, AdvancedCFO"STRATEGY ON A SPREADSHEET" Lately, it seems like the Wasatch Front is home to more startups per capita than any other mid-size market in the United States. Just a few weeks ago in downtown Salt Lake City, the Silicon Slopes Summit drew over 5,000 techies together to connect and learn and celebrate what we are building. It is against this backdrop that we had the pleasure of interviewing Kent Thomas, the founder of Advanced CFO Solutions. Kent launched Advanced CFO Solutions 20 years ago and is highly respected by many the leading founders of Utah's most impressive high-growth companies.
2017-02-0730 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastTim Stay, The Other Side AcademyThe Other Side Academy: An innovative, self-help academy and residence where some of the most disadvantaged (and incredible) people in our community are learning new ways to succeed. We weren't with Tim Stay, CEO of The Other Side Academy, very long before he suggested that we talk with one his students. Within five minutes we had the pleasure of meeting Shawn, who looked street-smart and was very people-savvy.  Tim talked about things like being in "the safest place I have ever been" and a culture of "pulling each other up." It was inspiring to meet Shawn. The ins...
2017-01-3135 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastEric Smith, SilverVueTECH SAVVY & STREET SMART – INSIGHTS FROM SILVERVUE'S ERIC SMITH We live in a fast-paced, complex, and sometimes careless world. And it's rewarding when we can learn from someone who is tech savvy, street smart, and amazingly successful. It's also impressive if that same person has the ability to connect with people and, in spite of their success, hasn't gotten caught up in what Tom Wolfe calls "The Bonfire of the Vanities." This week's podcast features just such a rare person, Eric Smith, an entrepreneur and technical visionary who is the co-founder of SilverVue, one of Ut...
2017-01-1036 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastRyan Larsen and Dr. Darin Vercillo, Central LogicOur recent conversation with Ryan Larsen and Dr. Darin Vercillo, two co-founders of Central Logic, and Todd Dalberg, their CMO and brand marketing guru, was both enlightening and inspiring! Central Logic is the innovative leader in providing real-time data intelligence that helps hospitals and healthcare systems improve patient care and solve big problems. The payback for their clients is just three months, and with a 95% retention rate, Central Logic moving fast. We have lift-off! Central Logic solves complex problems, and the past 10 years have been both demanding and rewarding for their exceptional team. This is a company t...
2016-12-2040 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastJohnny Hanna, Homie"WHASSUP HOMIE?" – A TALK WITH HOMIE CEO, JOHNNY HANNA Homie, a rapidly growing startup focused on automating the home selling / home buying process, is getting a lot of attention these days. In just six short months, Homie's peer to peer marketplace is saving home buyers and seller's valuable time and thousands of dollars in commissions. Homie is taking off! We recently had the pleasure to talk with Johnny Hanna, Homie's CEO and charismatic homeboy, who is leading this scrappy startup that is already having a big impact in the real estate industry. As one of the...
2016-12-1335 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastClint Betts, Beehive StartupsThis week's Influence podcast features Clint Betts, the authentic, committed protagonist of tech in Utah. Clint is the Founder, CEO, and Editor-in-Chief of Beehive Startups. He is also a very powerful voice for Utah's burgeoning technology ecosystem. Many of the most influential tech CEO's in Utah support and respect Clint and the major impact he has had over the past three years in spreading the gospel of tech. Even from the beginning, Beehive Startups has always been bigger and bolder and more committed to the core because of Clint! But Clint is also humble enough to use...
2016-11-2938 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastIsaac Barlow, BusyBusyWe recently had the pleasure of meeting Isaac Barlow, the inspirational entrepreneur and president of a thriving workforce analytics company in St. George called BusyBusy. After 15 years of successful business management experience in the construction company, Isaac launched BusyBusy with the goal of helping construction and service companies automate time cards and daily progress on BusyBusy's innovative mobile SaaS platform. He has never looked back! Isaac refers to the construction industry he knows so well as "organized chaos." He saw a real opportunity to help contractors and service companies have greater success by giving them better information...
2016-11-0828 minTanner's Influence PodcastGary Larcenaire, Valley Behavioral Health Whether it’s cutting the ribbon for a new 16 bed residential home in Salt Lake City or making sure everyone feels valued, Gary Larcenaire, the CEO of Valley Behavioral Health, is always making big moves that make a difference in the lives of those he serves! Just five years ago Gary inherited an embattled agency that was struggling and had lost its long-term contract with Salt Lake County to oversee $50 million for mental services. Things looked bleak, and they were laying off employees. But Gary, an optimistic innovator with a track record of success as the CEO of El Pa...
2016-11-0100 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastLinda Leckman, Intermountain Medical GroupThis week's Influence podcast features Linda Leckman, the CEO of Intermountain Medical Group in Salt Lake City and a brilliant trailblazer for women in medicine. In a very real way Linda's impressive career as a surgeon and CEO in healthcare all started when she was a teenager working as a candy striper when her desire to be a doctor first began. She went on to earn an undergraduate degree in history at Texas Christian University and a medical degree from the University of New Mexico before coming to the University of Utah to do a residency in general surgery...
2016-10-2536 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastRichard Nelson, Utah Technology CouncilAs the President and CEO of the Utah Technology Council for the past 16 years, Richard Nelson has played an important role in the growth of Utah's technology ecosystem. Under his leadership, the UTC has been a force for good in creating the $300M Utah Fund of Funds and securing funding for the Utah Science Technology and Research Initiative. Rich is a passionate advocate in helping Utah's Title 1 schools and was a major force in raising the rigor in Utah's high school requirements. As the leader of Utah's professional association for over 5,000 high tech, clean tech and life...
2016-10-1845 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastAaron and Monica Skonnard, PluralsightThis week's Influence podcast provides a rare glimpse into the life and success of Aaron and Monica Skonnard. Aaron Skonnard is the co-founder, president, and CEO of Pluralsight, the leading on-demand technology learning platform for developer training, and Monica is Aaron's wife and invaluable sounding board and adviser. In spite of their personal success and the amazing growth of Pluralsight, they have managed to stay centered and are grateful to be in "a powerful position to make the world a better place." Aaron's strong technical background began when he was a young boy learning his craft on...
2016-10-0443 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastOwen Fuller, BoomboxIn this Influence podcast we interview the passionate, technical, and articulate Owen Fuller who grew up in Alaska where he learned how to work hard, before coming to BYU to study history and earn a bachelor's degree in communication and advertising. Owen is a true entrepreneur and innovator with a successful history of building and growing some impressive technology and marketing companies here in his adopted state of Utah. We hope you enjoy his unique insights in this podcast! Owen is the Chief Evangelist at Boombox. Boombox with its sister products, Qzzr and Pollcaster, make it easy...
2016-09-2737 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastCydni Tetro and Sara Jones, Women Tech CouncilIn this Influence Podcast interview, we know you will sense the extraordinary determination and talent of Cydni Tetro and Sara Jones, two successful entrepreneurs who, in their "spare time" co-founded the Women Tech Council nine years ago, a scrappy not-for-profit that now has more than 10,000 members! With a degree in computer science and an MBA, both from BYU, Cydni is a successful technologist and marketing guru who has built a career with some of the world's largest brands like Disney, Microsoft, Marvel, Star Wars, Facebook, MLB, MLS, Warner Brothers, Dreamworks, Target, Walmart, and Toys R Us. She...
2016-09-2042 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastDavis Smith and Stephan Jacob, CotopaxiWe live in a careless world, and it's not very often that you find a company that is innovative but has a heart, financially successful but is focused on giving. In this Influence podcast we highlight just such a company, Cotopaxi! Please enjoy this interview with Cotopaxi's founders, Davis Smith and Stephan Jacob who co-founded this company that is attracting so much attention from outdoor industry leaders like Patagonia and numerous investors because of the success of their business and their focus on doing good! Davis Smith and Stephan Jacob both earned degrees from impressive schools, BYU...
2016-09-1325 min
Tanner's Influence PodcastTom Stockham, ExperticityThere is a healthy dose of perseverance and inspiration in this podcast that features Tom Stockham, the CEO of eXperticity, a high-growth SaaS and analytics company that "collects category influencers and connects them with the world's top brands." Tom received a B.A. from Dartmouth College and an MBA from Stanford University, before further developing his foundational business and problem solving skills as a consultant within Boston Consulting Group's retail practice. Following BCG, Tom was the General Manager of Citysearch where he was successful in his efforts to significantly increase revenues for one of the Internet's earliest...
2016-09-0138 min