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To donate to RAINN: https://give.rainn.org/a/pelvic-examsFor a copy of the RAINN memo on this and other issues: https://rainn.org/policy-updatesTo see what the laws in your state are for unauthorized intimate exams: https://rainn.org/articles/nonconsensual-practice-pelvic-examsTo contact Sandi Johnson at RAINN sandij@rainn.orgRead more about nonconsensual intimate exams here.  Bios:Sandi Johnson is the Senior Legislative Policy Counsel for RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network), where she advocates for legislation and polices on a federal and state level in support of survivors of sexual violence. She worked over twenty years as a prosecuting attorney in Utah, primarily focusing on crimes of violence, including homicide, automobile homicide, organized gangs, and sexual violence. She worked on the Criminal Model Jury Instructions Committee for the State of Utah and is currently a Victim Rights Chair for the Fourth Judicial District. In addition to her courtroom experience, she served as a member of the Crime Victim Reparations and Assistance Board for the Utah Office for Victims of Crime, and was a member of the Board for the Salt Lake Valley Victim Emergency Fund. She was an instructor for the Utah Prosecution Council, serving as faculty for the Sex Crimes Investigations and Basic Prosecutor courses, and was an adjunct professor at the S.J. Quinney College of Law. She received her J.D. in 2002 from the University of Utah College of Law. She graduated from the University of Utah in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a certificate in criminology. Angelina Whitfield's practice spans complex antitrust litigations and sensitive government investigations at the state, federal, and international levels. She has served as a partner in a global law firm, at an antitrust boutique, and in the Illinois Attorney General's antitrust bureau. Her expertise encompasses a wide range of industries, including intellectual property, consumer electronics, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, fashion, hearing aids, and video/tabletop games. She specializes in dynamic industries like digital platforms, online gambling, cryptocurrency, and cannabis. In law school, she clerked for the Library of Congress and the Missouri Public Services Commission (utilities). She also advised various biotech startups.  She is a vehement advocate against the practices of nonconsensual pelvic exams and child marriage. As a deaf person, Angelina is a proud wearer of hearing aids. In her free time, she enjoys publishing science fiction, painting with oils, and gardening superhot peppers, poisonous plants, and heirloom roses. She received her J.D. from the University of Missouri-Columbia and her B.A. from Truman State University. Maria Di Lorenzo is an experienced General Counsel and legal executive with over three decades of experience working in private practice, corporate, and nonprofit sectors.  Her expertise spans a range of practice areas including general corporate, Board governance, compliance, litigation, regulatory, transactional, and nonprofit legal affairs.  Currently, she serves as General Counsel for both the Chicago History Museum, and Erikson Institute.Beyond her professional roles, Maria is deeply committed to civic and professional engagement. She's serves on her local Public Library Board and on the Board of Police and Fire Commissioners. Maria is also an active member of NAWL and serves on the Annual Meeting Host Committee. As a deaf person, Maria is an advocate for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community, serving on the Board of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Bar Association (DHHBA), where she Chairs the Advocacy and Engagement Committee and Co-Chairs the Development Committee. Maria is a proud recipient of a cochlear implant and also mentors cochlear implant candidates as part of a global knowledge-sharing and peer support network.Maria earned her B.A. in Psychology from Seattle University, summa cum laude, and her J.D. from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana. Licensed to practice in Illinois and New York, she balances her professional and civic commitments with family life, cherishing time and laughter with her husband and four children.

  Utah has released new guidelines on screen time in young children and the impacts that can have on their development. We have the Director of Utah Office of Families, Aimee Winder Newton on the show to discuss these new guidelines and the screentime recommendations on children under six. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Rusty Cannon  Governor Spencer Cox and the State Legislature have been pushing for Utah to grow into a national leader in energy development. Now, the state is joining forces with Idaho and Wyoming to further nuclear development and work together for "commonsense federal policies" around nuclear energy. Emy Lesofski, Energy Advisor and Utah Office of Energy Development Director joins the program to talk about the partnership and what it means for the future of energy in Utah. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Rusty Cannon  Trump’s first 100 days: The economy and immigration  President Trump has passed the 100-day mark of his second presidency. The first part of this term hasn't been without controversy – whether it's tariffs, the economy, immigration, the rule of law, or DOGE – we've had plenty to discuss through the last few months. Our discussion on the President's achievements and controversies covers tariffs and the economy, as well as the border and immigration.    The role of local law enforcement in immigration policy and practice  Utah law enforcers find themselves in the middle of the debate on immigration. KSL 5 TV continues its series ‘Immigration 2025: The Dream Divided’ by taking a deeper look at immigration policies and the role local law enforcement agencies play in those processes. The Inside Sources hosts share their takes on how local law enforcement might partner with ICE.    Wisconsin judge accused of helping illegal immigrant evade authorities  More developments today in the case of a Wisconsin judge accused of helping an illegal immigrant run and hide from federal immigration officials. Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested last week. Now, the Wisconsin Supreme Court is suspending her indefinitely while the case plays out. Erin and Rusty discuss how this case could affect trust in the judiciary.    Power rates set to increase for most Utahns  Power bills are going up, but not by as much as previously proposed. The Utah Public Service Commission will allow Rocky Mountain Power to increase power rates; that would amount to $87.2 million – a far cry from the earlier $667.3 million ask from Rocky Mountain Power. Inside Sources talks about the change and what the average Utah family can expect to see.    Utah partnership with Wyoming, Idaho to further develop nuclear energy  Governor Spencer Cox and the State Legislature have been pushing for Utah to grow into a national leader in energy development. Now, the state is joining forces with Idaho and Wyoming to further nuclear development and work together for "commonsense federal policies" around nuclear energy. Emy Lesofski, Energy Advisor and Utah Office of Energy Development Director joins the program to talk about the partnership and what it means for the future of energy in Utah.    Salt Lake County Council approves sale of part of the Salt Palace  Smith Entertainment Group, which owns the Utah Jazz and the Utah Hockey Club, has the approval from the Salt Lake County Council to purchase part of the Salt Palace convention center downtown. The sale includes about a dozen parcels of county-owned land -- roughly 6.5 acres. The sale price? A little over $55.4 million dollars. If everything goes as planned, partial demolition of the Salt Palace will begin in 2027.    Renovation plans for the Delta Center released  Major renovations are coming to the Delta Cente, and now we're getting a better idea of the kind of renovations. Smith Entertainment Group released plans this morning, showing how they'll redesign the Delta Center to make it more conducive to both basketball and hockey. The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts on the plans.   

Gov Cox announces Utah, Idaho, Wyoming partnership to develop nuclear energy -- Utah Office of tourism concerned over international tourism decline -- USU Senior Projects preview

Dr. Deirdre Amaro, the Chief Medical Examiner of the Utah Office of the Medical Examiner (OME), believes in the strong ties between solving the mysteries of how people die and how this critical work helps to protect the living. She has a unique role in that she actively does the post-mortem exam, looks at things under a microscope, and analyzes toxicology results while also stepping into her executive role and managing recruiting, hiring, training, and day-to-day operations. She is an amazing example of doing this AND being that -- her job requires completely different skill sets, and she is doing them all. She is living into the "Yes, And" philosophy! Dr. Deirdre oversees the centralized, state-wide medical examiner system for the entire state of Utah. Her and her team investigate all sudden, unexpected, violent, suspicious, or unattended deaths that happen in the state. This means they determine:Cause of death (the injury, illness, or disease that made the person die) and Manner of death (the general category of death, including natural, accident, homicide, suicide, or undetermined)Dr. Deirdre Amaro is a quadruple-certified physician in:anatomic pathology, clinical pathology, forensic pathology, and neuropathology Before this role, she worked as a forensic pathologist since 2016 in multiple states and a variety of medical examiner systems.   This is a fascinating interview with an incredibly dedicated, smart woman who helps advocate for both the dead and the living through her work. Contact Info:Dr. Deirdre Amaro - GuestDr. Deirdre Amaro (LinkedIn)Julie Berman - Hostwww.womenwithcooljobs.com@womencooljobs (Instagram)Julie Berman (LinkedIn)Send Julie a text!!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much.

In this episode, Linda Odermott delves into the evolving landscape of the legal profession, focusing on regulatory reforms aimed at mitigating the access to justice (A2J) crisis. Linda brings to light essential discussions surrounding the profession's impact on justice accessibility, noting that in 75% of cases, one side is self-represented. She references research from Nora Freeman Angstrom and James Stone on how historical events like the legal crackdown on early 20th-century auto clubs contributed to today's crisis. Key Takeaways: Regulatory sandboxes in states like Utah and Arizona are proving to be successful models for legal reform, enabling non-traditional actors to offer legal services and addressing the access to justice gap. The Licensed Paralegal Practitioner (LPP) program in Utah provides essential legal services in areas such as family law, landlord-tenant disputes, and debt collection, offering alternatives in underserved areas. Linda argues that opposition to these reforms often stems from fears of market disruption but highlights data supporting the reforms' efficacy and safety. Data from Utah's sandbox programs indicate rare incidences of consumer harm compared to traditional lawyer services, bolstering the argument for broader reform. View the Utah Licensed Paralegal Practitioner Program here Veiw the Certified Advocate Partners Program here View the Utah Office of Legal Services Innovation December 2023 report here View the Legal Innovation After Reform: Evidence From Regulatory Change article here View the essay Death and Ethics: Suffocating or Saving Nonlawyer Practitioners with Lawyer Ethics here   Get more free paralegal resources:  https://paralegal-bootcamp.com/paralegal-resources 

Season 6 Episode 30: In this episode, Pete Codella, managing director of business services at the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity, talks with Natalie Randall, managing director of the Utah Office of Tourism and Film. Randall discusses her journey from growing up in northern Virginia to building her career focused on outdoor recreation and tourism in Utah. She highlights her experiences in various roles, including working in adaptive recreation, running an adventure company, and leading economic development in rural Utah. Randall emphasizes the importance of community engagement, bridging divides through recreation, and enhancing tourism as part of economic growth.  The duo discusses the economic impact of tourism in Utah, emphasizing the industry's contribution to the state's economy, with nearly $12 billion in visitor spending in 2022 and over 151,000 tourism-related jobs. Randall highlights how tourism brings revenue and enhances the quality of life for Utah residents. She details the state's efforts to balance tourism growth with community benefits through strategic planning and stewardship. Randall also highlights the importance of rural tourism and the film industry's growing presence in Utah and shares her excitement for Utah's upcoming role in the 2034 Winter Olympics.

In this episode, I interview Kylie Kullack, Struck's Head of Client Engagement and destination marketing expert. We explore the world of destination marketing, including the unique strategies that differentiate it from traditional marketing.  Kylie shares her journey into the field, her love for problem-solving and the importance of understanding what sets a destination apart. We also discuss the significant challenges caused by growing tourist markets and how to effectively manage and market destinations responsibly. I know my hospitality and travel listeners will LOVE this episode, but there is something for everyone.  Key Takeaways Kylie details the unique aspects of destination marketing, like the need for a strong brand and a comprehensive funnel approach that focuses on the importance of collaboration and maintaining a clear, consistent narrative across all marketing channels. We cover a vivid case study via Struck's work with Utah's tourism, including the impactful "Mighty 5" campaign, which greatly boosted the state's recognition and visitation. Kylie hits on one of my favorite topics: identifying top Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and focusing on what truly matters to avoid analysis paralysis.  Are you ready to start attracting more visitors while ensuring sustainable and responsible tourism? Tune in now on your favorite listening app, on the website, or watch it on YouTube! About Kylie Kullack Kylie Kullack, the Head of Client Engagement at Struck, is a dynamic leader in the realm of brand transformation. Her extensive experience spans diverse sectors, including destination marketing, outdoor recreation and biotechnology. Known for her strategic acumen and problem-solving prowess, Kylie consistently empowers her teams to achieve exceptional results. Her impressive portfolio features collaborations with esteemed clients such as the Utah Office of Tourism, Snowbird, Westminster College and Altabank. Kylie's expertise extends across traditional and digital marketing communications, where she has seamlessly orchestrated campaigns in collaboration with various agency partners, including creative, public relations, promotion, social media and event activation teams. Outside her professional pursuits, she is an active member of Chief, a leading network of female executives revolutionizing the industry. Kylie's true joy lies in her role as a parent, cherishing family moments, and exploring the vibrant local culinary scene. Connect with Kylie Personal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kylie-kullack-466a335/ Business LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/struck/ Website: www.struck.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/struck X fka Twitter: https://twitter.com/struck Email: kylie.kullack@struck.com Stay Connected with Me amberhurdle.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are serious questions around the emerging technology of Artificial Intelligence. D2 speaks with Zach Boyd, Director of the newly created Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy and Learning  about how they're working to keep Utahns safe. 

National Governor's Association is in town  Utah Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy and Learning  How many more poor performances can Biden's campaign handle?  E-bike voucher program  KSL goes to Paris ahead of Olympics 

  California students will have to complete a course in pocketbook economics — balancing a checkbook, managing credit cards, avoiding scams — to graduate from high school under a bill that will become law, state lawmakers announced Thursday. Schools in Utah have had this requirement for over a decade, but are they effective in teaching financial skills to Utah's teens? Brittney Griffin, Communications Deputy for the Utah Office of the State Treasurer, shares how the office's curriculum is holding up in Utah's schools, and where they can improve. KSL Producers Alexie Zollinger and Mitchell von Puttkammer share their experience in high school financial literacy courses.

Aimee Winder Newton (Senior Advisor to Governor Cox and Director of the Office of Families) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox to talk about becoming the first director for the new Office of Families, the Office of Families’ emphasis on strengthening families so children have better outcomes, and Aimee’s efforts in protecting our youth from the harmful effects of social media. Then we dive into the positive trends that we’ve been seeing from parents when limiting social media and some tips that you can use to help your child avoid addictive social media behaviors. Related Links Utah Office of Families: https://governor.utah.gov/families/ Utah Department of Health and Human Services | Social Harms: https://socialharms.utah.gov/ The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt: https://www.anxiousgeneration.com/book

Hosts: Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner What policies need to be enacted to keep users safe by regulating platforms without stifling innovation? Utah is leading the push to enact effective A.I. policy among states, and the KSL at Night hosts are joined by Margaret Busse, Executive Director of the Utah Department of Commerce, and Zach Boyd, Director of the Utah Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy, to shed insight on where Utah stands within this new age of artificial intelligence.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner GOP leaders circle around Trump during his hush money trial KSL at Night hosts Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner start by discussing the news of the day: former President Trump’s hush money trial. They discuss House Speaker Mike Johnson’s words outside the courthouse today, and how his comments might go against the idea of federalism. DOJ announces they will crack down on threats towards election officials United States Attorney General Merrick Garland has announced that the Department of Justice will make sure election officials are safe in the upcoming election. Leah and Adam talk about the rising threats against election officials and poll workers, and they share their frustrations that it’s come to this point. State Auditor Dougall releases new video slamming “bathroom bill” House Bill 257 restricts the bathroom a person can use in government buildings; it must correspond with their sex at birth. Who’s enforcing the bill? That responsibility was passed to the State Auditor’s office. State Auditor John Dougall joins the show to explain a new video he filmed protesting this new responsibility and all the craziness that comes with it. Major defense industry merger in Utah Aerospace and defense is about 20% of the state of Utah’s annual budget. Aaron Starks, President and CEO of 47G, joins the KSL at Night hosts to discuss a recent merger between two of Utah’s largest manufacturing and defense associations. Starks explains how this merger is not only good for defense, but good for business as it helps the overall supply chain. Examining some of the newest developments in A.I. Have you used artificial intelligence tools to help with your personal or professional writing? Chances are pretty good that you have, even if it wasn’t deliberate. Leah and Adam reminisce on how much technology has changed over their lifetime and speculate on how AI will change the communication landscape for themselves and all of us as we get more familiar with this technology. Utah leading the way in creating policy surrounding artificial intelligence What policies need to be enacted to keep users safe by regulating platforms without stifling innovation? Utah is leading the push to enact effective A.I. policy among states, and the KSL at Night hosts are joined by Margaret Busse, Executive Director of the Utah Department of Commerce, and Zach Boyd, Director of the Utah Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy, to shed insight on where Utah stands within this new age of artificial intelligence. Streaming service overload — have we reinvented cable television? We used to have common ground when it comes to what we watch on TV... not anymore. Viewers now have more choices than ever when it comes to what they watch, and that might be causing us to have less in common. The KSL at Night hosts are both YoutubeTV users and, for the final segment of the show, they discuss the decision-making process when it comes to choosing your streaming service platform.

On today's top 5: 1. The Utah Office of Tourism Celebrates Governor Cox's Fourth Annual Declaration of Dark Sky Month 2. School Absences Are Going Up Since COVID  3. Historic Building Gets Demolished in Salt Lake 4.Beyonce's Country Album Features a UVU Student  5. A La Mode Helps Utahns Dress More Fashionably Visit UtahStories.com for more and to subscribe to our free digital newsletter. There you can also support our journalism by subscribing to our print magazine for $3 per month. Follow us on: Instagram @UtahStories Twitter @UtahStories

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. The Utah Office of Energy Development takes a thoughtful, measured approach to energy policy — prioritizing affordability, reliability and sustainability. They are also a Presenting Sponsor for the upcoming One Utah Summit, our state's premier business summit. Deputy Director Harry Hansen joins us with more. Harry Hansen: Energy seems so simple: We flip a switch, and there is light. We turn a key or press a button, and the car engine starts. But behind this simplicity is a complex world of infrastructure and delivery systems. Today, we are managing rapidly changing energy technologies and priorities while working to keep our energy affordable and reliable because that's the foundation of strong economies. It's also the key to our national security. In this evolving world of energy, there are opportunities and challenges, too. At the One Utah Summit, we'll be untangling some of these complexities during our presentation titled “Powering Our Future: The Relationship Between Energy, the Economy, and Security.” We'll also celebrate OxEon Energy, a local energy pioneer that is taking its technologies to new worlds, literally, and actively creating the energy future of tomorrow. To register for the One Utah Summit, visit one utah summit dot utah dot gov. Derek Miller: Join the Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity, Utah Office of Energy Development, World Trade Center Utah, and Salt Lake Chamber for these important global discussions. For more information, visit the One Utah Summit website. I'm Derek Miller with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired 3/27/24

On today's episode of San Juan Now, Olivier Barthez, the Utah Office of Tourism representative in France, sits down with Elaine to talk about why Utah's Native American history and wide open landscapes make it such a popular destination for French tourists. Olivier also talks about why sustainable tourism and Leave No Trace principles are important to European travelers. If you have any questions, please contact egizler@sanjuancounty.org. The San Juan Now Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Elaine Gizler and produced by Relic.

This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. The Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity manages programs and initiatives that provide Utah entrepreneurs and businesses with distinct advantages. They're also a presenting sponsor for the upcoming One Utah Summit, our state's premier business summit. Executive Director Ryan Starks joins us with more. Ryan Starks: At the One Utah Summit, the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity convenes the state's top leaders in politics, business, energy, and community, and provides a platform for meaningful conversations around key economic initiatives. This year's summit includes experts from multiple industries who will provide an exchange of ideas, insights, and strategies around economic growth. Attendees will hear from Governor Cox about his Disagree Better initiative and priorities for 2024. We'll also be joined by powerhouse speakers including author and leadership expert Jason Hewlett, ambassador of Ukraine Oksana Markarova, and many others. Discussion topics will range from AI and energy, to entrepreneurship and International trade missions. The One Utah Summit provides unique opportunities to network, collaborate, and learn from leading Utah organizations. Join us on April 11th and 12th at the Grand America Hotel to be part of creating the world's best economy. Tickets are available now at oneutahsummit.com. Derek Miller: Join the Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity, the Utah Office of Energy Development, World Trade Center Utah, and the Salt Lake Chamber for these important global discussions. For more information, visit the One Utah Summit website. I'm Derek Miller with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired on 3/19/24

Hosts: Leah Murray and Abby Osborne One of the biggest issues that Gov. Cox has been trying to address is social media use among children and teens in Utah. In an effort to stop kids from engaging in social media, he launched the Social Harms Campaign last fall. Aimee Winder Newton, Senior Advisor to Gov. Cox and Director of the Utah Office of Families, joins the show to discuss what she hopes to achieve as leader of the campaign.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Abby Osborne Wrapping up Utah’s Super Tuesday Caucus night Super Tuesday was one week ago tonight. We all had a different experience: Abby had a good experience - efficient and comfortable. The Republican and Democratic caucuses were put on by the parties and for the first time on Super Tuesday. Hosts Leah Murray and Abby Osborne are joined by a regular guest of the show, Chair of the Utah GOP Robert Axson. Utah officially has a new state flag Several bills have been introduced to the Legislature since 2019 to change the state flag, but all of them failed to pass. Now in 2024, the new flag is official. Utah Senator Dan McCay, who is a supporter of the flag change, joins the show to discuss the meaning behind the new design and what it took to get there. Utah has the lowest energy costs of all states Projections are that Utah will have the lowest electricity rates in the country this year, with the annual costs estimated to be 1.5 times lower than the national average. Hosts Leah Murray and Abby Osborne are joined on the show by Jona Whiteside, Spokesman for Rocky Mountain Power, to break down an analysis of consumer utility cost data. Utah ranks #3 in unaffordable housing in the nation Utah secures a spot near the top of the country’s most expensive real estate markets, ranking third-highest in terms of home price-to-income ratio, trailing only Hawaii and California. Abby Osborne explains what Utah lawmakers have accomplished in the last legislative session to reign in Utah’s inaccessible housing market, and what buyers can hope for in the future.  The Social Harms Campaign One of the biggest issues that Gov. Cox has been trying to address is social media use among children and teens in Utah. In an effort to stop kids from engaging in social media, he launched the Social Harms Campaign last fall. Aimee Winder Newton, Senior Advisor to Gov. Cox and Director of the Utah Office of Families, joins the show to discuss what she hopes to achieve as leader of the campaign. Congress pushes forward with TikTok ban A bipartisan effort is underway by Congress to restrict the social media platform TikTok, and the bill has quickly been gaining traction. However, former President Donald Trump, who has previously vowed to ban the app, made a reversal this week by showing support, claiming the bigger enemy is Meta. Will Trump’s change of opinion affect the bill's momentum? Could Utah teachers benefit from AI feedback? Measuring student engagement has always been a challenge for schools, but a new AI-developed program called TeachFX might be able to provide teachers with authentic, real-time feedback. This new optional program will be available to teachers at Brighton High School in Cottonwood Heights that could record lessons throughout an entire year and compare student and teacher interactions.  Teens say parents have screen time problems, too Trying to maintain healthy screen times amongst teens has perplexed families everywhere, but a new survey from Pew Research Center shows that teens say their parents also struggle with screen distractions. How do parents' and teens' screen problems compare? 

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. World Trade Center Utah works to accelerate growth for Utah businesses through their global network, programs and services. They are also a Presenting Sponsor for the upcoming One Utah Summit, our state's premier business summit. World Trade Center Utah President & CEO Jonathan Freedman joins us with more. Jonathan Freedman: In today's increasingly interconnected world, understanding international business is crucial for Utah's economy. At World Trade Center Utah, we not only take Utah businesses abroad, but we also have the honor of hosting and assisting diplomats and other influential leaders from all over the world who are eager to connect with our economy. On April 12th, we will welcome Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova as a keynote speaker at the One Utah Summit. The ambassador will share her perspective on the war in Ukraine, including the progress made and the challenges the country continues to face. Governor Cox will also share remarks about Utah's unique startup ecosystem that allows us to champion entrepreneurial spirit. We invite our business community to attend the Summit to hear from Ambassador Markarova and leaders from across our state who are dedicated to positioning Utah as the crossroads of the world. Derek Miller: Join the Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity, Utah Office of Energy Development, World Trade Center Utah, and Salt Lake Chamber for these important global discussions. For more information, visit the One Utah Summit website. I'm Derek Miller with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: March 11, 2024

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Monday, March 11, 20244:20 pm: Kevin McCullough, a nationally syndicated radio host and contributor to Townhall.com joins the program to discuss Joe Biden's comments about Lake Riley during the State of the Union Address and his apology to the left for using the word “illegal” to describe her killer.4:38 pm: Akash Chougule, Vice President of Americans for Prosperity, joins the program to discuss his piece for Real Clear Policy about how Bidenomics isn't adding up for the American family.6:05 pm: Aimee Winder-Newton, Senior Adviser to Governor Cox and Director of the Utah Office of Families, joins Rod to discuss the progress made by Governor Spencer Cox's "Socials Harms Campaign," which is tasked with the goal of keeping all children away from social media.6:20 pm: Jeff Davidson, a work-life balance expert and a contributor to Townhall.com joins Rod to discuss his piece pondering whether a generation of Americans that have been indoctrinated by the left can still be saved.6:38 pm: Justin Haskins, Director of the Heartland Institute's Socialism Research Center joins the program to discuss his piece for The Federalist about the Uniform Law Commissioner, a radical group that he says urges lawmakers to adopt legislation to undermine the rights of the American people.

Host: Taylor Morgan Case Lawrence running for Utah’s 3rd Congressional District Case Lawrence, Founder and Former CEO of CircusTrix (now Sky Zone) and CD3 GOP Candidate, joins the show to share why he’s running for Congress, what the process was like for him to get on the ballot, and what top priorities he hopes to address. Eye on the Hill: SB177 Absenteeism Prevention Amendments Sen. Mike Kennedy is sponsoring a bill, SB177 Absenteeism Prevention Amendments, which would address the issue of chronic absenteeism among students with parents and teachers. He joins the show to discuss what encouraged him to propose this bill and how it would solve this issue at Utah schools. Eye on the Hill: HB560 Licensing Modifications House Majority Whip Karianne Lisonbee joins the show to discuss a bill she’s sponsoring, HB560 Licensing Modifications, which would repeal parts of Utah’s abortion clinic ban and simplify any legal questions surrounding it. She joins the show to discuss what the response has been like towards the bill. What does tourism look like in Utah? Vicki Varela, Recently Retired Managing Director at the Utah Office of Tourism, joins the show to discuss her transition out of her role at the Utah Office of Tourism and share her reflections on the status of tourism in the state.

Host: Taylor Morgan Vicki Varela, Recently Retired Managing Director at the Utah Office of Tourism, joins the show to discuss her transition out of her role at the Utah Office of Tourism and share her reflections on the status of tourism in the state.

Kylie Kullack, the Head of Client Engagement at Struck, is a dynamic leader in the realm of brand transformation. Her extensive experience spans diverse sectors, including destination marketing, outdoor recreation, and biotechnology. Known for her strategic acumen and problem-solving prowess, Kylie consistently empowers her teams to achieve exceptional results. Her impressive portfolio features collaborations with esteemed clients such as the Utah Office of Tourism, Snowbird, Westminster College, and Altabank. Kylie's expertise extends across traditional and digital marketing communications, where she has seamlessly orchestrated campaigns in collaboration with various agency partners, including creative, public relations, promotion, social media, and event activation teams. Kylie's career boasts a diverse client roster, encompassing travel (Catalina Island, Avis Budget Group), QSR/Fast Casual (Jack in the Box), CPG (Uinta Beer, Creminelli Fine Meats), higher education, retail real estate (Sotheby's International Realty, Coldwell Banker), and premium liquor (Johnny Walker, Bulleit, Balvenie). Outside her professional pursuits, she is an active member of Chief, a leading network of female executives revolutionizing the industry. Kylie's true joy lies in her role as a parent, cherishing family moments and exploring the vibrant local culinary scene. On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Kylie Kullack, Head of Client Engagement at Struck, about the evolving world of destination marketing. Kylie shares her expertise in helping brands like Snowbird Resort and Utah's “Mighty Five” transform their positioning and stand out in increasingly crowded markets. We also explore the importance of collaboration and clear messaging to create memorable visitor experiences. What You Will Learn in this Episode: Kylie explains the challenges of destination marketing organizations, including limited budgets and complex stakeholder needs, and gives examples of how to overcome them How Struck has worked with clients such as the Utah Office of Tourism and Palisades Tahoe to help them rebrand and reposition How Struck leverages 1-star reviews from unsatisfied visitors who were not their target audience to showcase the resort to the ideal visitor Why we should use a messaging funnel to tailor messages at different stages of the visitor journey, using various channels like social media and visitor centers The importance of involving locals in planning and implementation to create a positive visitor experience Transformation Work and Brand Positioning Kylie sheds light on Struck's focus on working with companies and brands ready to transform, and discusses the transformation work they've done for clients such as the Utah Office of Tourism, Snowbird, Sundance, Solitude, and Palisades Tahoe. We dig into the rebranding process, defining a destination's core positioning and Kylie shares details of the campaign she worked on for the Snowbird Resort and how they used negative feedback to define and appeal to the destination's ideal audience. Breaking Through the Crowded Marketplace On the show, we also explore how tourism brands can break through the crowded marketplace to stand out. Kylie discusses the strategy of dispersing visitation to national parks to avoid overwhelming them and to encourage visitors to explore local state parks and other attractions along the way. Destination marketing is evolving, and DMOs now need to expand beyond simply attracting visitors to also managing the destination message, involving locals, and addressing various challenges such as public affairs, infrastructure, sustainability, and resident sentiment. Branded Experiential Design and Collaboration Kylie and I also talk about the importance of branded spaces and experiential design in reflecting a destination's values for both visitors and employees. Kylie talks about the importance of collaboration among agency partners and the marketing team, particularly when it comes to clarity of goals and key messages. Resources: Website: www.struck.com LinkedIn Personal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylie-kullack-466a335/ LinkedIn Business: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joinchief/

A Bolder Way Forward is a statewide movement that is bringing together businesses, organizations, and individuals who are either already doing related work around women and girls or are ready to get engaged and lean into the work. If we are serious about ensuring that Utah women, girls, and their families better thrive, we need to create positive change much faster. A Bolder Way Forward leaders are working together to accomplish bold goals in 18 critical areas that require societal change, and one of these is Poverty & Homelessness. Dr. Susan Madsen, Founding Director of the UWLP, is joined by the leaders who are heading up the area—called spokes in the Wheel of Change— of Poverty & Homelessness. First, Karen McCandless, CEO of Community Action Services and Food Bank in Provo, and Peggy Green, Program Manager for the Utah Office of Homeless Services.Support the show

The Utah Office of Homeless Services has revoked its funding from the Nomad Alliance... a nonprofit serving those experiencing homelessness... after it received complaints about a calendar it created of homeless men.  KSL.com reporter Ashley Fredde with more

A Bolder Way Forward is a statewide movement that is bringing together businesses, organizations, and individuals who are either already doing related work around women and girls or are ready to get engaged and lean into the work. If we are serious about ensuring that Utah women, girls, and their families better thrive, we need to create positive change much faster. A Bolder Way Forward leaders are working together to accomplish bold goals in 18 critical areas that require societal change, and one of these is Sexual Assault. Dr. Susan Madsen, Founding Director of the UWLP, is joined by the leaders who are heading up the area—called spokes in the Wheel of Change— of Sexual Assault. First, Liliana Olvera-Arbon, the Executive Director of the Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault; Bethany Crisp, the Systems Director for the Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault; and Gary Scheller, the Director of the Utah Office for Victims of Crime.Support the show

Donna Law is the executive director of development and government relations at Southern Utah University. Previously, she directed the non-partisan Michael O. Leavitt Center for Politics and Public Service on campus. She enjoys the opportunity to teach as an adjunct in the Master of Interdisciplinary Studies and Arts Administration programs at SUU.With a background in communication, public relations and marketing, Law now serves as a liaison between SUU and the Utah State Legislature on issues related to higher education.In addition to her work at the University, she is involved with a number of boards and committees. In 2016, former Utah Governor Gary Herbert appointed Law to the Utah Transportation Commission and she previously served as chair and on the board of the Utah Office of Museum Services. She has served as board member and vice-president of the Shakespeare Theatre Association of America, chair of the Cedar City - Brian Head Tourism Board and the Iron County Lodging Association, and currently serves on Cedar City's RAP Tax Board.In 2005, the Cedar City Chamber of Commerce recognized Law as Woman of the Year.Law earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from Western Governors University and a master's degree in arts administration from Southern Utah University. She now serves SUU as the Associate Vice President of Community and Government Relations.

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Survivor Voices: Elevate. Engage. Effect Change.Join us this week as we highlight different organizations and their roles in helping achieve the goals of National Crime Victims' Rights Week 2023!Today we talk with Hilde Koenig from the Utah Office for Victims of Crime. Support the show

This episode is part two of conversations featuring the partners presenting Gov. Cox's Spring One Utah Summit at the Davis Conference Center in Layton on May 1-2, 2023. In this episode, listen to Linda Cabrales, director of the Utah Innovation Center at the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity, Derek Miller, president and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber, and Greg Todd, executive director of the Utah Office of Energy Development. Cabrales informs listeners of the summit's entrepreneur startup pitch competition featuring Utah's best and brightest, how it helps support Utah's startup ecosystem and why entrepreneurs should participate. She also describes how the Utah Innovation Center works with Brad Bonham, the state's first Entrepreneur-in-Residence. Next, Miller tells listeners about the Salt Lake Chamber's history with the Economic Opportunity office's annual economic summit and why it is vital to the Chamber, what it means to businesses in northern Utah for the summit to be held in Davis County, and his thoughts about the 2023 legislative session. Todd shares how Utah's economic well-being is intertwined with the work of the Utah Office of Energy Development, the energy-related topics that will be discussed at this year's summit, initiatives aimed at diversifying Utah's energy portfolio, and how vital rural Utah is to the state's energy supply. Join podcast host Pete Codella and leaders from these partner organizations to learn more about what's planned for #1UTspring and why business and civic leaders should participate.

Gov. Cox's spring One Utah Summit is coming up May 1-2, 2023, at the Davis Conference Center in Layton. The One Utah Summit is a biannual conference that brings together the state's top leaders in the public and private sectors. The Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity partners with the Salt Lake Chamber, Utah Office of Energy Development, and World Trade Center Utah to present the summit. In this episode, listen to Ryan Starks, executive director of the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity, Miles Hansen, chief executive officer and president of World Trade Center Utah, and Utah's first lady, Abby Cox.  Starks describes how the One Utah Summit is a meaningful event for public and private business leaders and the reason for moving the location outside of the Salt Lake Valley. He details his experience on how the biannual summits changed over time and what he hopes the 2023 summit will accomplish.   Next, Hansen explains why the summit is important to World Trade Center Utah, highlights global trade aspects that will be discussed on May 2, and discusses upcoming 2023 trade missions. Cox shares why she created Show Up Utah and how it will be part of this year's summit programming with opportunities for summit attendees to participate in service projects. The discussion includes Utah's reputation as the most charitable state in the nation and the annual Show Up For Teachers conference organized by her office. Join podcast host Pete Codella and leaders from these partner organizations to learn more about what's planned for #1UTspring and why business and civic leaders should participate.

Season 5 Episode 11: This episode features a conversation with Vicki Varela, the Utah Office of Tourism (UOT) managing director, and Pete Codella, managing director of business services at the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity.  Varela oversees the state's national and international strategy to create a quality and responsible tourism economy and expand film production in Utah. Her team is responsible for leading Utah's Red Emerald tourism strategy. She has received numerous awards, including the 2022 ATHENA Leadership Award from the Salt Lake Chamber, being named the U.S. Tourism Director of the Year in 2016, and many other honors.  She describes the career path that ultimately led her to the opportunity to tell Utah's story as the director of the Utah office of tourism, explains what being recognized with the 2022 ATHENA Leadership Award meant to her, and outlines the office's mission. Varela also describes the UOT's wildly successful Mighty 5 marketing campaign responsible for making Utah a bucket list destination, what the research done by her office shows about the state's tourism industry and how that guides marketing campaigns, the balance between bringing economic benefits of tourism to Utah and preserving the quality of life for its residents, and much more.

In 2020, the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness reported that an estimated 3,131 Utah residents experienced homelessness on any given day. And, according to data shared by the Office of Homeless Services under the Utah Department of Workforce Services, 24,037 people accessed homelessness services in Utah sometime during 2021. Clearly, homelessness is a grave concern for many Utah women and families.Recently, the Utah Women & Leadership Project published a research snapshot about homelessness among Utah women. Dr. Susan Madsen, Founding Director of the Utah Women & Leadership Project, is joined by Dr. Emily Darowski, Associate Director of the UWLP; Joseph Jensen, Data Manager for the Utah Office of Homeless Services; and Michelle Flynn, Executive Director of The Road Home. Support the show

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Friday, November 18, 20224:20 pm: Greg Todd, Director of the Utah Office of Energy Development and the Energy Advisor to Governor Spencer Cox joins Rod for a conversation about a recent study showing the reasons behind Utah's high gas prices4:38 pm: Kaylee McGhee White, Deputy Editor of the Restoring America series at the Washington Examiner and a Visiting Fellow at the Independent Women's Forum joins the program for a conversation about a Texas judge dealt the first blow against Joe Biden's attempts to rewrite Title IX6:05 pm: Tiffany Pocock, Project Manager at the Utah Department of Transportation, joins Rod to discuss a proposal to widen I-15 from North Salt Lake to Farmington6:20 pm: Benji Backer, President of the American Conservative Coalition, joins Rod for a conversation about why he says “just stopping oil” isn't a good climate plan because the world would lose 80?% of its power source6:38 pm: We'll listen back to Rod's conversations this week with American Political Philosopher Paul Gottfried about his piece in American Greatness about the national appeal of Ron DeSantis, and (at 6:50 pm) with E.J. Antoni of the Heritage Foundation on why inflation didn't play a bigger role with voters in the midterm elections

Four Initiatives & One Common Goal: Provide Utah Businesses With Valuable Resources This episode features conversations with business services team members at the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity. Listen as Pete Codella, managing director of business services, interviews the business services initiative leaders. First up is Chuck Spence, director of Utah's Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), followed by Natalie El-Deiry, director of immigration and New American integration at the Utah Immigration Assistance Center. Next, Codella speaks with Linda Cabrales, director of the Utah Innovation Center, and finally, with Dane Ishihara, director of the Utah Office of Regulatory Relief. Go Utah's business services team provides resources for Utah's small business owners and entrepreneurs. It manages initiatives facilitating economic opportunities for Utah's businesses and communities. Spence informs listeners why PTAC is Utah's best-kept secret. He discusses the center's individual or group training, how much money it attracts to the state of Utah, and how PTAC best positions its clients to win federal contracts. Next, El-Deiry introduces the Utah Immigration Assistance Center and explains how it helps businesses navigate recruiting and retaining global talent, the services of the center, and its New American Task Force statewide initiative. Cabrales explains how the award-winning Utah Innovation Center connects small businesses across Utah working on innovative technologies with funding sources, the three predominant industry sectors that seek assistance from the center, and the free counseling services it offers. Ishihara gives listeners an overview of the recently-formed Utah Office of Regulatory Relief, how the regulatory sandbox and its advisory board work, and how Utahns with questions about the office can contact regrelief@utah.gov.

This episode of The College Handoff features oncology nurse Heather Barney. As a nurse, she supports an oncologist and educates patients and their families regarding cancer treatments. Also featured is Yvonne Ellison, a nurse investigator that works for the Utah Office of Inspector General. She explains how she looks for fraud, waste, or abuse with Medicare billing. The College of Nursing at Brigham Young University presents nursing careers and professional insight to undergraduate students. The seventy-fourth show in The College Handoff series was recorded in October 2022.

Among the most divisive issues facing the legal profession today is that of revising the rules that regulate law practice – and more specifically the questions of whether to liberalize the rules to allow those who are not licensed lawyers to own law practices or to engage in the practice of law. Two states, Arizona and Utah, have implemented regulatory schemes loosening restrictions on law practice, and other states are considering similar revisions to their rules.  Now, Stanford Law School's Deborah L. Rhode Center on the Legal Profession has published a comprehensive study of the data coming out of Arizona and Utah, giving us what may be the first real evidence-based look at this issue. It finds that the reforms in those states are spurring substantial innovation, that they are critical to serving lower-income populations, and that they do not pose any substantial risk of consumer harm.  On today's LawNext, we are joined by the two principal authors of that study: David Freeman Engstrom, co-director of the Rhode Center, and Lucy Ricca, director, policy and programs, at the Rhode Center, and formerly executive director of the Utah Office of Legal Services Innovation — the office that oversees the so-called regulatory sandbox in that state. They walk us through how they conducted the study, what they found, and what they would like to see come of the findings.  Read the report: Legal Innovation After Reform: Evidence from Regulatory Change.   Thank You To Our Sponsors This episode of LawNext is generously made possible by our sponsors. We appreciate their support and hope you will check them out.  Paradigm, home to the practice management platforms PracticePanther, Bill4Time, and MerusCase, and e-payments platform Headnote. If you enjoy listening to LawNext, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.

Jay Kinghorn leads Zartico's data and analytics team, helping destination marketing organizations (DMOs) use data-centered insights to market and manage their destinations more effectively. Zartico's mission is to provide the clearest perspective of the visitor economy. As the world's first Destination Operating System®, Zartico combines science, technology and domain expertise to create SMART destinations and positively impact communities. Through its proprietary integrated data model, Zartico answers the “why”. With decades of destination and travel experience, Zartico is uniquely positioned to lead the transformation from global destination marketing to global destination leadership. Jay was previously the Associate Marketing Director at the Utah Office of Tourism, where he led the agency's content, social, marketing analytics, and digital marketing initiatives. In 2017, Jay received the Peter Yesawich Award for marketing excellence from the Travel and Tourism Research Association and MMGY Global. Jay is a Colorado native living in Salt Lake City, Utah, with his wife and two children. He enjoys trail running, watching his son's soccer games, and skate skiing. On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Jay Kinghorn about the challenges that DMOs face when trying to interpret data. He shares how the right tools can help destinations make better decisions that will lead to better outcomes for their communities. Jay also describes the five foundations for the contemporary DMOs that he hopes will solidify into industry-wide standards in the not-too-distant future. What You Will Learn in this Episode: How Jay transitioned from photography into travel and tourism Three reasons Jay and his partners were motivated to start Zartico What a Destination Operating System is and how it helps you understand the rhythms and the flows of your destination What the three core data sets can tell a DMO about their visitors How to use data to introduce visitors to new opportunities within a community The five foundations that will help to solve a DMOs marketing challenges, including demand generation, visitor distribution, economic opportunity, accountability, and stability Destination Operation Systems Jay shares why he didn't want Zartico to be just a passive reporting platform but something that helps you understand your destination's rhythms and flows. He describes why the critical components within their destination operating system rest on three core data sets – anonymized geolocation data, anonymized credit card data, and predictive event-related data, all of which help you understand visitor data. Storytelling We discuss how destination operating systems can really make an impact and help drive visitors from big attractions into smaller local businesses. DMOs have leveraged digital tools to become expert multimedia storytellers to communicate the story around the people, places, experiences, and historical and cultural touchstones that make your destination unique. A DMO can play a vital role in layering in how to have a local experience and experience the unique cultures that form part of the region. DMOs need to think creatively about how to tell their stories, and that's where Zartico's operating system connects the dots between actions and outcomes. The Future Framework According to Jay, the five foundations that will help to solve a DMOs marketing challenges are demand generation, visitor distribution, economic opportunity, accountability, and stability. He shares why he hopes that DMOs will start to adopt this as a framework and help flesh it out so that, as an industry, we can grow around the five foundations by understanding how the data can help you strategically drive demand in your location. Resources: Website: https://www.zartico.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zartico/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZarticoWonder Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZarticoWonder Instagram: @Zarticowonder Five Foundations Landing Page: https://www.zartico.com/five-foundations We value your thoughts and feedback and would love to hear from you. Leave us a review on your favorite streaming platform to let us know what you want to hear more of. Here is a quick tutorial on how to leave us a rating and review on iTunes!: https://breaktheicemedia.com/rating-review/

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan Governor Cox has announced the director of the new Office of Families at the State Office. We speak with the new director Aimee Winder-Newton about what the new office will do for Utahns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we get into the height of the Summer season, thousands of visitors from all over the globe are making their way to Utah to experience the incredible recreation and tourism our state has to offer. Vicki Varela – managing director of the Utah Office of Tourism – joins us to discuss the current state of tourism in Utah.

Democratic Party candidate Davina Smith is running against Republican Phil Lyman for a new Utah State House district. About the size of West Virginia, it includes all of Utah's national parks and portions of the Navajo Nation and Ute Mountain Ute tribal land. If elected, Smith would be the first Native woman to serve as a Utah representative. She visited Moab yesterday to speak about her campaign. Plus, a small group of citizen scientists are helping detect Moab's most pesky mosquito, the aedes aegypti, which can carry viruses like West Nile. And, a new informational guide is helping visitors learn about mounting ecological crises at the Great Salt Lake.  // Show Notes // Photo: Democratic Party candidate Davina Smith is running against Republican Phil Lyman in Utah's new House District 69 // Moab Mosquito Abatement District http://www.moabmad.org/about.html // Moab Sun News: Moab residents can learn to collect mosquito data on June 22 https://moabsunnews.com/2022/06/17/moab-residents-can-learn-to-collect-mosquito-data-on-june-22/ // Utah Public Radio: Nature Conservancy and Utah Office of Tourism partner to create Great Salt Lake-centric travel guide https://www.upr.org/utah-news/2022-06-17/nature-conservancy-and-utah-office-of-tourism-partner-to-create-great-salt-lake-centric-travel-guide

The new episode of WGA's Out West podcast, 'Supporting Coal Communities,' explores the economic trends impacting Utah's coal communities in the face of changing energy markets and state efforts to bolster economic development opportunities in those areas.  Listen in as WGA Senior Policy Advisor, Lauren DeNinno, speaks with Alyssa Kay, Director of Program Development for the Utah Office of Energy Development, and Geri Gamber, the Executive Director of the Southeastern Utah Association of Local Governments. Together they discuss specific programs that the state has pursued to support rural economic development, like the San Rafael Energy Research Center, which works to diversify the state's energy portfolio and help employees in the coal industry transition their skills to new economic sectors.           

In this episode, we open with bombshell news coming out of Netflix...closing the entire Utah office then we talk about Jack Dorsey diving into Web 5, Apple getting the streaming rights to the MLS for $2.5 Billion, Crypto company beef on social media, LIV golf tour drama, Labor market issues, and we close with Google AI engineer claims he found a sentient AI chatbot. As always thank you so much for all the support it really does mean the world to me that yall take the time to listen/watch the podcast. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoyed it! For legal purposes, we must disclose that this is not financial advice and is for entertainment purposes only.

Season 4 Episode 6: Gov. Cox's One Utah Summit is coming up on May 10, 2022, at The Grand America Hotel in downtown Salt Lake City. It will be Gov. Cox's first One Utah Summit in Northern Utah. The state's southern One Utah Summit was held last October at Southern Utah University. The new One Utah Summit series will alternate northern and southern locations every six months, providing opportunities to discuss the day's important topics and how government and the private sector work together to create an even better Utah, with economic opportunity and unparalleled quality of life for Utahns.   The Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity is responsible for the governor's One Utah Summit series. In this episode, part one of the entire conversation, you'll hear from Go Utah's Executive Director Dan Hemmert, the Utah Office of Energy Development's Executive Director Thom Carter, and First Lady Abby Cox.   The Go Utah and Energy teams partner in organizing and presenting the One Utah Summit. First Lady Abby Cox joins the conversation because, for the first time, the summit will include an opportunity for participants to give back by donating time and money as part of the First Lady's #ShowUpForService initiative. Summit organizers have planned afternoon service activities, including: Service projects assembling food and hygiene kits and student supply backpacks, Visiting with Utah nonprofits to learn more about their work and find ways to engage, and Participating in a new children's book drive.   Learn more about the summit's Show Up For Service initiative here.   Join podcast host, Go Utah's Communications Director Pete Codella, executive directors Hemmert and Carter, and Utah's First Lady, to learn more about what's planned for #1UTspring and why business and civic leaders should participate.

This week we discuss how to reach and grow your audience with successful storytelling strategies. Andrew Gillman talks in depth about his journey through the landscape of his marketing strategies and how he adapts to change.

Today's guest is Lucy Ricca, Fellow at the Stanford Center on the Legal Profession and the Executive Director of the Utah Office of Legal Services Innovation. In that role, she has helped Utah's Supreme Court build its legal regulatory sandbox, through which entities may use new models for legal businesses and offer new kinds of legal services to Utah's public. It's a fascinating model where economic regulations governing lawyers can be relaxed, data gathered, and policy improved. Listen in to today's interview to hear all about the origin of the Utah regulatory sandbox, how Lucy got involved, and to learn more about the types of entities that have been approved to operate there.

On Episode 62 of The Lightning Round Podcast, Dan and Al continue the state travel series and turn their attention to Utah. To help us learn about Utah, and all it has to offer, Dan and Al chatted with Bianca Lyon, director of community and partner relations at the Utah Office of Tourism. The trio discuss Utah's robust national park scene, unique food in Utah, the “Forever Mighty” campaign, Salt Lake City and much more.Link to the Forever Mighty CampaignLink to Visit Utah Audio Intro: “Salt Lake City” by The Beach Boys From the Free Music Archive CC BY NC 4.0Audio Outro: “Red Hills Of Utah” by Marty Robbins From the Free Music Archive CC BY NC 4.0