Agenda
MONDAY, OCTOBER 7TH, PRE SUMMIT:
Join us as we identify who gets to compete for $50,000 in front of our all-star judges at the finals! Be there to cheer on the next generation of entrepreneurs and see innovation in action!
Join us for Rural Radio, where Governor Spencer J. Cox addresses the unique challenges facing Utah's rural economies on air. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, and be a part of the conversation shaping rural Utah's future.
Tee off your Summit experience under the starlit sky at the Black Desert Summit Opening Social - an outdoor extravaganza sponsored by Black Desert Resort! Join us in casual attire for an evening of outdoor games and live music. It doesn't matter if you're a seasoned Summit pro or just getting into the swing of things - this opening social promises to be a hole lot of fun!
Welcome to the Summit by Governor Cox
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8TH: BUILDING OUR FUTURE
Please check in at the Auditorium and join us for breakfast in the courtyard!
Stephen Lisonbee | Welcome
Brian Steed | Championing Preservation in Utah's Natural Landscape: Working for a Sustainable Future
Natalie Randall & Camille Johnson | Rural Tourism: Utah's Growing Economy
Aaron Starks | The Future of Flight in Utah
Abby Osborne, Donald Ludlow & Union Pacific | Utah's Logistics Leap: Paving the Way for a New Era of Connectivity
Utah Office of Energy Director | Utah's Energy Future
Ben Hart, Drake Howell & Charles Best | Building Success in Rural Utah: Strategic Site Selection, Infrastructure Investments, and Community Impact
Governor Spencer J. Cox | State of Rural Utah
Discover the diverse flavors of Utah at our Taste of Utah networking break! Local Utah businesses will showcase their culinary delights, offering a unique opportunity to experience the best of Utah’s food scene in a vibrant outdoor atmosphere.
Utah Opera & Utah Symphony | Hurry back to your seats for a captivating short performance by Utah Opera and Utah Symphony!
Kris Griffin | Rural Utah Sends Rockets to Space
Mike Schultz | Title coming soon!
Brad Bonham | What’s Happening in Utah: The Startup Capital of the World
Ryan Starks | Rural Opportunity Fund: Utah's Rural Economic Engine
Lt. Governor Deidre Henderson | Title coming soon!
Jeremy & Kristin Andrus | Building Together
Governor Cox, Lt. Governor Henderson, Stephen Lisonbee | Rural Awards
Gail Miller & Utah's First Lady Abby Cox | Couch Conversation: A Legacy of Building
Show Up and Special Olympics Utah | More details coming soon!
The State Bank Business Challenge features contestants competing for over $50,000 in cash and prizes in front of a panel of all-star judges. Who will win the $5,000 people's choice award? Attend this event and help decide!
Details coming soon!
- Full list of breakout sessions and presenters coming soon!
- Full list of breakout sessions and presenters coming soon!
Get ready for an unforgettable night at the BZI Dinner Party! Indulge in a delicious dinner, catch an inspiring program, and enjoy live entertainment at the incredible BZI Innovation Park. Plus, we’ve got shuttles from SUU to make it easy! And the best part? It’s all FREE for Fall One Utah Summit ticket holders.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9TH: BUILDING LEADERS
Join us for breakfast in the courtyard!
Stephen Lisonbee | Welcome
J.M. Fabrizi | Title coming soon!
Robert Carrol & Nate Walkingshaw | Title coming soon!
Jeremy Hafen | Title coming soon!
John Curtis | Title coming soon!
Governor Cox, Lt. Governor Henderson, Stephen Lisonbee, Melynda Thorpe | One Utah Transformational Leadership Awards
Shawn Nelson | Let Me Save You 25 Years
Join us as we unveil The One Utah Bookstore during the Books, Brews, and Bites Networking Break. Attendees can savor delectable bites and beverages while snagging five free books, fostering connections over a shared love for literature and knowledge.
Jordan Makin | Hurry back to your seats and get ready to laugh until it hurts because Jordan Makin is bringing his unique brand of humor to the Summit stage!
Braydan Shaw | Lessons Learned from the Past Generations
Martin Frey | Seven Summits, Seven Seas
Jonah Goldberg | Gratitude
Details coming soon!
Erin & Kim Clark | Leading Through Transformational Leadership
Loki & Joan Mulholland | Soul, Heart & Mind Leadership
Lt. Governor Henderson | Honorary Transformational Awards and FutureReady Utah Certification
PRSA Utah | How to Recover from a Communication Blunder
PRSA Utah | Rural Session & Collaboration
PRSA Utah | I Love It Here
URLA | Growing Your Intergovernmental Relationships
Joan & Loki Mulholland | Get Back to the Counter with Joan & Loki
Erin Clark, Kim Clark & David Moss | Activating the Soul, Heart and Mind of Leadership
ULLA | Collaborative Leadership Inspires Action
Details coming soon!