Building Utah

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Sorenson Communications makes communication more accessible by providing interpreting and captioning services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities, helping create more inclusive connections and everyday access for everyone. Chief Technology Officer, Maria Lensing, joins us with more. Maria Lensing: Sorenson Communications is the world’s leading language services provider for Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. Together with our expert sign language interpreters and our patented technology, we deliver high-quality communication services people can rely on. Hard of Hearing people use our CaptionCall service at no cost to communicate with friends and family. Sorenson’s Deaf customers rely on Video Relay Service and the Lumina Video Phone to meet their communication needs simply, easily and at no cost as well. Our Enterprise solutions include Video Remote Interpreting, on-site interpreting and Forum, a spoken language translation service with real time tran

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Utah Clean Energy is a bipartisan nonprofit helping Utah move toward a clean energy future. They bring trusted expertise in renewables, efficiency, storage and clean transportation supporting our economy and energy security. CEO, Sarah Wright, joins us with more. Sarah Wright: Energy not only powers our lives, it helps power our economy, which is just one of the reasons why Utah Clean Energy has spent the last 25 years helping Utah transition to a clean energy future. With our state’s ingenuity and proud heritage as an energy producer, Utah is uniquely positioned to build a thriving clean energy economy. Our homes and buildings can be ultra energy efficient. And, Utah's backyard is filled with incredible clean energy potential, including geothermal, solar, wind and storage just waiting to be harnessed. These local energy solutions not only spark innovation and attract new businesses, they help us build a reliable, low-cost energy system that keeps Utah competiti

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Since its founding in 1965, Menlove Construction has been a Utah-based commercial general contractor helping developers successfully bring projects to life. Through its collaborative design-build approach and expertise, they deliver certainty, speed and value across the Mountain West. Vice President, Mitchell Menlove, joins us with more. Mitchell Menlove: At Menlove Construction, we follow a design-build approach. This means that, instead of the usual fragmented development process that requires owners to manage four or five different teams, Menlove will manage the entire process from start to finish, providing a single point of contact and accountability. Menlove will design, engineer, permit and construct your building in one package, which minimizes owner headaches and eliminates gaps in the construction process that typically cause delays, change orders and budget surprises. Our comprehensive, collaborative approach yields predictable projects that meet ow

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. In Delta, Utah, Creekstone Energy is developing the Creekstone Gigasite, one of the world’s largest AI-ready data centers and energy campuses. Designed for reliability and low water use, the project brings long-term investment and jobs to Utah. CEO, Ray Conley, joins us with more. Ray Conley: The Creekstone Gigasite is our flagship development… an AI-ready data center and energy campus designed for long-term operation in rural Utah. It integrates power generation, transmission and digital infrastructure to support advanced artificial intelligence workloads critical to the U.S. economy. Our focus is deliberate, responsible development with a long-term commitment to Utah. The Gigasite will generate 10 gigawatts of power. In partnership with EnergySolutions, we are also evaluating at least two additional gigawatts of next-generation nuclear, with a target of another 10 gigawatts of new generation over time, essentially doubling Utah’s current capacity. Delta is id

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Bridor USA is a world-leading French industrial baking manufacturer known for producing high-quality, authentic European breads and pastries. With each product carefully crafted to meet the highest industrial standard for everyone to enjoy. HR Manager, Dan Kapetanov, joins us with more. Dan Kapetanov: Bridor USA brings French bakery expertise to North America, creating high-quality breads and pastries that meet the needs of modern chefs and foodservice professionals. Since 1984, Bridor USA has combined traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology to deliver innovative, easy-to-use products that meet the highest industry standards and delight our customers. Bridor is part of Groupe Le Duff and proudly supplies more than 100 countries worldwide. To support our rapid growth, we are investing over $220 million in a new manufacturing facility in Greater Salt Lake City — our fifth plant in North America. Construction began in fall 2024 and will conclud

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Since its establishment in 1962, The Children’s Center Utah has provided comprehensive mental health care to children and families. Offering services tailored to each child’s needs, they are making a real difference for Utah families. President and CEO, Rebecca Dutson, joins us with more. Rebecca Dutson: At The Children’s Center Utah, we focus exclusively on infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their families because these early years are critical to building a strong foundation for lifelong mental wellbeing. For more than 60 years, we have been Utah’s only provider of trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health treatment dedicated to this age group and their families. Our outpatient services help children facing social, emotional and behavioral challenges, including those who have experienced trauma. We walk alongside families during some of their most difficult moments, helping children heal, connect and thrive. We’re committed to strengthening infant and ear

DEREK MILLER: This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Since 1941, Sun Print Solutions has evolved from a traditional print shop into a modern, innovative manufacturing and technology-driven operation, giving businesses of all sizes custom packaging and printing products. CEO and Co-owner, Jennifer Pettinger, joins us with more. JENNIFER PETTINGER: For more than 85 years, Sun Print Solutions has helped companies bring their ideas to life through commercial printing, direct mail marketing, and custom folding carton packaging — all produced with pride right here in Utah. Today, we’re operating at a whole new level. Our expanded capabilities mean faster turnaround times, highly personalized campaigns at massive scale, and printed pieces that truly break through the digital noise. As a SOC-certified organization, we also protect every project with the highest standards of data security and compliance. And our custom packaging ensures your products stand out on the shelf with the quality your brand de

DEREK MILLER: This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Founded in 2022, Rasa Public Benefit Corporation helps people get a fresh start by clearing their criminal records. Using legal expertise and smart technology, they make opportunities more accessible, helping individuals, families, and communities thrive. Founder and CEO, Noella Sudbury, joins us with more. NOELLA SUDBURY: At Rasa we believe people should be judged for their potential, not their past. One in three adults has a criminal record, and for many, that record becomes a lifelong barrier to jobs, housing, and opportunity. We built Rasa to change that. We combine modern technology with lawyers to help people understand what is on their criminal record and if eligible, move through the legal record expungement process in a way that is affordable, easy, and human. Our platform guides people step by step, making the process simpler, faster, and more accessible than ever before. This work matters not just to the people we serve, but to Uta

DEREK MILLER: This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Pierpont Place, winner of the Salt Lake Chamber’s 2025 Icon Award, marks its 20th anniversary this December. As a full-service venue, it hosts and designs events from small intimate gatherings to large extravagant celebrations. With a creative team of designers, planners and event pros, whose expertise ensures each event is unforgettable. CEO and Lead Designer, Janice Boes, joins us with more. JANICE BOES: Pierpont Place, “Salt Lake’s premier event venue,” offers a customizable, versatile and full service space for weddings, corporate events, birthdays, special celebrations or parties of any kind. Located in the heart of downtown, our modern venue offers flexibility and a very personalized experience for every event, whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand gala. We can host up to 500 guests in a mix-and-mingle style or 250 banquet style. Our extensive inventory and creative expertise, combined with an award-winning team, guarantees every d

DEREK MILLER: This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. As Utah's population ages, there’s a growing need for highly trained healthcare professionals. Since 1998, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions has trained practitioners, educators, and leaders advancing evidence-based, compassionate care. President and CEO, Cameron Martin, joins us with more. CAMERON MARTIN: Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions is a graduate-level healthcare university with a mission to improve the human condition by developing healthcare professionals and leaders to advance evidence-based practice. The University offers 24 doctoral and master’s degrees and 25 certificates across program clusters such as physical therapy, physician assistant studies, optometry, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, nursing, health sciences, and counseling. RMU provides flexible online, in-person, and hybrid pathways so working clinicians can continue serving their communities while advancing their education.

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. For over a century, the Utah Association of CPAs has served as the voice of the accounting profession in our state. From tax season to strategic business consulting, CPAs are essential to Utah’s economic health. UACPA CEO, Susan Speirs , joins us with more. SUSAN SPEIRS: In a rapidly changing economy, CPAs are essential to success in businesses and personal finances. We are strategic advisors, financial navigators, and guardians of the public trust. With more than 3,000 members across the state, the UACPA supports professionals in public accounting, industry, government, education, and in the nonprofit community. Our mission is to ensure that Utah’s CPAs have the advocacy, training, and connections needed to help our businesses and clients succeed. Recently, we’ve been focused on supporting the future of the profession by modernizing the pathway to licensure. Not only are we ensuring that we attract the best and brightest talent to the profession, we are a

DEREK MILLER: This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. UMB Bank supports individuals and businesses through banking, lending, asset management, and advisory services. This client-focused approach helps people navigate financial decisions, manage risk, and build long-term stability and success. Utah Regional President, David Andersen, joins us with more. DAVID ANDERSEN: As a company, UMB has experienced tremendous growth, and we have an incredible story to tell here in Utah. UMB has spent more than a century focused on building long-term relationships and truly understanding our clients. We bring the resources of a leading financial institution, with the mindset of a true community partner — one that’s invested in helping businesses and families thrive. And today, that commitment is even stronger. We’re expanding our capabilities and deepening our service to customers with the opening of our first branch in Salt Lake City. Our local team brings a combined 300 years of experience, and I’m thrille

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Utah’s population is expected to double, and the Wasatch Front Regional Council is working to improve Utah's future transportation while also strengthening the economy and protecting the environment. Community and Economic Development Director, Meg Padjen, joins us with more. Meg Padjen: The Wasatch Front Regional Council serves communities along the Wasatch Front by facilitating planning for transportation, land use and economic development. To maintain our quality of life as our region changes, we have to work together to create choices for how we get around and where we live and work. That’s why Wasatch Front Regional Council collaborates with cities and stakeholders to produce the Wasatch Choice Vision – our shared plan for the future. This Vision indicates where our communities want to focus growth, particularly in existing or planned city and town centers containing a mix of jobs, housing and other amenities. Many of these centers surround transit statio

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Anson Resources is a global critical minerals company working in Utah. Through their Green River Lithium Project, they’re developing high-purity lithium for electric‑vehicle batteries, helping to power the U.S. clean-energy transition. CEO, Bruce Richardson, joins us with more. Bruce Richardson: At Anson Resources, we’re proud to advance America’s clean-energy future through our Green River Lithium Project in Utah’s Paradox Basin. Through our U.S. subsidiary, A1 Lithium, we’re developing a direct lithium extraction operation that will produce 10,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate annually beginning 2028 — more than double current U.S. production, strengthening domestic supply, supporting both Utah’s Governor Cox and Federal goals to onshore supply of critical minerals. With all major permits in place, a Letter of Interest from the U.S. EXIM Bank for 330 million U.S. dollars, and a binding offtake agreement with LG Energy Solution, we’ve established a foundation built

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Since its founding in 2002, HealthEquity has been dedicated to helping individuals better manage their healthcare and finances, empowering them with tools and resources to live healthier, more secure lives. CEO, Scott Cutler, joins us with more. Scott Cutler: HealthEquity exists to save and improve lives by empowering healthcare consumers. As CEO, I know health benefits are a growing cost for employers, and for families, medical bills continue to rise with little transparency. As the nation’s largest administrator of Health Savings Accounts, serving 17 million customers and managing approximately 33 billion dollars in assets, helping employers manage healthcare spend is core to what we do. HSAs help families save, spend and invest in healthcare, giving greater control and a triple tax advantage, while enabling employers to offer more affordable, higher-value benefits. At HealthEquity, we’re building the future of consumer-directed healthcare by deepening educa

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Utah Kidney Institute supports Utah communities by providing comprehensive kidney care backed by evidence-based therapies, improving the lives of patients across the state. Medical Director and CEO, Amandeep Chadha, joins us with more. Amandeep Chadha: At Utah Kidney Institute, your kidney health is our mission. With locations in Ogden and West Jordan, we deliver compassionate, comprehensive care for every stage of the kidney disease. Our team focuses on early detection and personalized treatment plans to prevent kidney failure or slow it down — and we never start dialysis unless it’s truly necessary. We coordinate closely with your primary care doctor and other specialists to keep your care seamless and simple. From CKD management and resistant hypertension to kidney stone prevention and electrolyte issues, we’re here to keep you feeling your best. And if dialysis or transplant becomes the right step, we guide you every step of the way — working with your local

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. GREENbike, Utah’s nonprofit bike share, provides affordable, convenient, and sustainable transportation. It connects residents to jobs, transit and recreation while promoting healthier lifestyles, reducing emissions and supporting a vibrant community across the Wasatch Front. Operations Director, Cameron Arellano, joins us with more. Cameron Arellano: GREENbike bridges people and places by providing an affordable, healthy, locally focused bike-share system. We help reduce vehicle congestion, improve Utah’s air quality and strengthen community connection. Our vision is a healthier, more connected Utah where everyone — regardless of income or background — has access to safe, reliable and affordable transportation. GREENbike operates in both Salt Lake City and Ogden with 50 stations and over 400 bikes in Salt Lake, and 14 stations and over 100 bikes in Ogden. In addition, about 35% of our fleet is electric, making it easier to replace short car trips with fast, cl

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah helps people get the care they need without unnecessary stress. They support members with clear benefits, reliable service and a commitment to keeping health coverage straightforward and affordable. President, Jim Guemple, joins us with more. Jim Guemple: Rising health care costs are hitting Utah families and businesses hard. But Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah is fighting back, fiercely advocating for more affordable care for our members and customers. We negotiate lower medical and prescription drug costs with hospitals, physicians and drug companies. As a local, trusted not-for-profit, we put members first — always. We’re accountable to you, not shareholders, not Wall Street. More than 90 cents of every premium dollar is spent directly on medical care. The proof? Nine out of 10 members renew with Regence every year. They trust us to have their back when it matters most. Providing support, stability and real value.

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. As a private fiduciary, Stagg Fiduciary Services has been providing tailormade services specific to the unique needs of their clients. They maintain a long-standing commitment to their clients’ financial security. Director, Joshua Child, joins us with more. Joshua Child: At Stagg Fiduciary Services, our mission is to bring clarity, accountability and peace of mind to individuals and families navigating complex financial and legal responsibilities. Since 2001, we’ve provided trusted, professional support for trusts, estates, conservatorships and powers of attorney across Utah. We serve as a neutral professional, managing assets, coordinating with advisors and ensuring that each decision aligns with the client’s best interests. In addition to administering trusts and settling estates, we regularly support individuals and family members who are serving as trustee, personal representative or conservator themselves. Our goal is to strengthen their work with reliable

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. The Utah Office of Tourism showcases what makes our state special while supporting local communities and businesses, promoting responsible travel, and keeping Utah vibrant, welcoming and full of memorable experiences. Director of Communications, Anna Loughridge, joins us with more. Anna Loughridge: Visitors make life better in Utah. Tourism is one of Utah’s key economic engines — but more importantly, it’s a community investment. Utah’s tourism brand drives jobs, tax revenue and global awareness — positioning our state as one of the best places to visit, live, work and do business. Utah is not a postcard, but a living, breathing entity with its own unique rhythm and soul. And whether you are a long-time resident or someone experiencing Utah for the first time, when you explore a trail, hire a local guide, shop, dine out, immerse yourself in an adventure or simply welcome a visitor, you are actively investing in our state’s future. You are helping preserve the