Meat & Potatoes Podcast
698 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★ - 20 ratingsThe Meat & Potatoes podcast provides an in-depth look inside Utah’s growing startup and tech community from the perspective of the entrepreneurs, executives, and community leaders at the forefront of the industry.
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Silicon Slopes Live: Alysha Smith - modern8
July 14, 2020 16:26 - 22 minutes - 10.2 MBOur guest at today's live event is modern8 owner & CEO Alysha Smith. modern8 is a brand design agency that consults & creates strategic and creative solutions to help companies build their brand. Listen to hear Alysha's story and how she believes a company's brand should impact their customers & business.
M&P Ep. 86: Sam Malouf & Kacie Malouf, Tamarak Capital
June 23, 2020 23:32 - 45 minutes - 21 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Tamarak Capital and their recently-announced partners: Sam and Kacie Malouf. This inspiring conversation between two powerhouse Utah companies shows how synergy can be created in the most unlikely of partnerships. Learn how the connection was made and what it means for the growing Utah entrepreneurial landscape.
Meat and Potatoes - Tamarak Capital
June 23, 2020 23:32 - 45 minutes - 21 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Tamarak Capital and their recently-announced partners: Sam and Kacie Malouf. This inspiring conversation between two powerhouse Utah companies shows how synergy can be created in the most unlikely of partnerships. Learn how the connection was made and what it means for the growing Utah entrepreneurial landscape.
M&P Ep. 85: Kelsey Chase, Cofounder & President of Aumni
May 14, 2020 16:25 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Kelsey Chase, Co-Founder, and President of Aumni. We learn how Aumni helps you automate your investment intelligence with economic, legal, and strategic data extracted directly from your closing docs. We hear the founding story, learn how the product was built and how it benefits customers with clarity and a lot of time-saving. Lastly, we get the details on their recent Series A funding and how they are dealing with Covid-19 issues related to their business.
Meat and Potatoes - Kelsey Chase - Aumni
May 14, 2020 16:25 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Kelsey Chase, Co-Founder, and President of Aumni. We learn how Aumni helps you automate your investment intelligence with economic, legal, and strategic data extracted directly from your closing docs. We hear the founding story, learn how the product was built and how it benefits customers with clarity and a lot of time-saving. Lastly, we get the details on their recent Series A funding and how they are dealing with Covid-19 issues related to their business.
M&P Ep. 84: Brad Bonham, CEO & Cofounder of Walker Edison
May 06, 2020 23:35 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBIn this episode, we chat with Brad Bonham is the Co-Founder and CEO of Walker Edison—a leading partner in the e-commerce home furnishings space. We learn about the early days of the company and how it has grown over the years, relying on data and consumer insights. We learn about drop-shipping and what it takes to run a successful e-commerce company in a pre and post-Covid world. We also learn how Brad manages his time running an international company and what his plans are for future growth.
Meat and Potatoes - Brad Bonham - Walker Edison
May 06, 2020 23:35 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBIn this episode, we chat with Brad Bonham is the Co-Founder and CEO of Walker Edison—a leading partner in the e-commerce home furnishings space. We learn about the early days of the company and how it has grown over the years, relying on data and consumer insights. We learn about drop-shipping and what it takes to run a successful e-commerce company in a pre and post-Covid world. We also learn how Brad manages his time running an international company and what his plans are for future growth.
M&P Ep. 83: Diogo Myrrha, General Partner at Album
May 06, 2020 20:30 - 37 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode, we chat with Diogo Myrrha, a General Partner at Album. We talk about the recent Album rebrand as well as some recent investments. We learn what Diogo looks for when he invests and how funding decisions get made. We get insights into how Album will invest in the future and the impact of COVID-19 on the process. Lastly, we get a good story of how a kid from Brazil ended up in Sugar City Idaho, and eventually a venture capitalist investing in some of the best companies in Utah.
Meat and Potatoes - Diogo Myrrha - Album
May 06, 2020 20:30 - 37 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode, we chat with Diogo Myrrha, a General Partner at Album. We talk about the recent Album rebrand as well as some recent investments. We learn what Diogo looks for when he invests and how funding decisions get made. We get insights into how Album will invest in the future and the impact of COVID-19 on the process. Lastly, we get a good story of how a kid from Brazil ended up in Sugar City Idaho, and eventually a venture capitalist investing in some of the best companies in Utah.
M&P Ep. 82: Josh Weiner, CEO of Solutionreach
April 29, 2020 15:38 - 32 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Josh Weiner, CEO of Solutionreach, a health tech company helping patients and doctors communicate. During our chat, Josh shares details about his role shift to CEO, how his previous experience has helped prepare him, and his plans for Solutionreach. We also hear his thoughts on driving successful company culture, growth, and product development, like their new telehealth platform that supports responsible healthcare communication during COVID-19 and beyond.
Meat and Potatoes - Josh Weiner - Solutionreach
April 29, 2020 15:38 - 32 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Josh Weiner, CEO of Solutionreach, a health tech company helping patients and doctors communicate. During our chat, Josh shares details about his role shift to CEO, how his previous experience has helped prepare him, and his plans for Solutionreach. We also hear his thoughts on driving successful company culture, growth, and product development, like their new telehealth platform that supports responsible healthcare communication during COVID-19 and beyond.
Meat and Potatoes - Robert Caldwell - 42Chat
April 15, 2020 21:50 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MBIn this episode, we chat with Bob Caldwell, Founding Partner and CRO of 42Chat, who are experts at developing and deploying AI Chatbot technologies to create real and measurable customer value. We learn how the Chatbot technology works and how it applies to nearly every business and industry. We learn how Silicon Slopes is using the Chatbot to quickly answer SBA loan questions. 42chat has been an indispensable partner over the past year in getting communication out to our community.
M&P Ep. 81: Robert Caldwell, Founding Partner & CRO of 42Chat
April 15, 2020 21:50 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MBIn this episode, we chat with Bob Caldwell, Founding Partner and CRO of 42Chat, who are experts at developing and deploying AI Chatbot technologies to create real and measurable customer value. We learn how the Chatbot technology works and how it applies to nearly every business and industry. We learn how Silicon Slopes is using the Chatbot to quickly answer SBA loan questions. 42chat has been an indispensable partner over the past year in getting communication out to our community.
M&P Ep. 80: Chris Rawle, Managing Editor at Silicon Slopes
April 15, 2020 00:08 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBToday we chat with Chris Rawle, Managing Editor at Silicon Slopes, but we're not talking business. This episode is two guys ranting about how much they miss sports. We grieve about missing The Masters, Lebron, NASCAR, and most of all playoff hockey. We grumble that the ability to place wagers on said events is also gone. We offer advice to the various sports commissioners and feel assured they'll listen. We finish upbeat in what we hope will be a glorious fall sports season across America.
Meat and Potatoes - Chris Rawle - Silicon Slopes
April 15, 2020 00:08 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBToday we chat with Chris Rawle, Managing Editor at Silicon Slopes, but we're not talking business. This episode is two guys ranting about how much they miss sports. We grieve about missing The Masters, Lebron, NASCAR, and most of all playoff hockey. We grumble that the ability to place wagers on said events is also gone. We offer advice to the various sports commissioners and feel assured they'll listen. We finish upbeat in what we hope will be a glorious fall sports season across America.
Meat and Potatoes - Kimball Kjar - Utah Warriors Rugby
April 10, 2020 20:20 - 16 minutes - 7.52 MBIn this episode, we chat with Kimball Kjar who is the Owner and GM of Utah Warriors Rugby. We learn why the Major League Rugby season was canceled and how the Utah Warriors will adjust to that fact. We talk about how the team will use this time to continue to build the team and brand and what their plans are for 2021. Lastly, we get an update on all the fun stuff the Utah Warriors will be doing in and around the community during the Summer and Fall which can be found at www.warriorsrugby.com
M&P Ep. 78: Chad Fraughton, Founder & CEO of Cornerstone
April 08, 2020 17:57 - 19 minutes - 8.8 MBIn this episode, we talk with Chad Fraughton, Founder and CEO of Cornerstone. We talk about how his business has been impacted by COVID-19, and how he and his team have adjusted. We learn about the solutions Cornerstone offers to live events, and that there are many alternatives for companies to do previously scheduled events. If you have questions about how to still do a “hybrid” style event Chad and his team are happy to consult and come up with a good solution. cornerstoneav.com
Meat and Potatoes - Chad Fraughton - Cornerstone
April 08, 2020 17:57 - 19 minutes - 8.8 MBIn this episode, we talk with Chad Fraughton, Founder and CEO of Cornerstone. We talk about how his business has been impacted by COVID-19, and how he and his team have adjusted. We learn about the solutions Cornerstone offers to live events, and that there are many alternatives for companies to do previously scheduled events. If you have questions about how to still do a “hybrid” style event Chad and his team are happy to consult and come up with a good solution. cornerstoneav.com
Meat and Potatoes - Danny Noall - Infuze
April 06, 2020 22:27 - 20 minutes - 9.56 MBIn this episode, we chat with Danny Noall, Founder and CEO of Infuzehydration.com about how his business has been impacted by COVID- 19, and how his team has adjusted. He shares insights on how consumer product companies can navigate the market, stay afloat, and potentially prosper. Danny and his team have reacted fast to the “new normal,” and others will benefit in learning how he did it. Danny also shares his experience in applying for loans through Lendio over the past few days.
M&P Ep. 77: Danny Noall, Founder & CEO of Infuzehydration.com
April 06, 2020 22:27 - 20 minutes - 9.56 MBIn this episode, we chat with Danny Noall, Founder and CEO of Infuzehydration.com about how his business has been impacted by COVID- 19, and how his team has adjusted. He shares insights on how consumer product companies can navigate the market, stay afloat, and potentially prosper. Danny and his team have reacted fast to the “new normal,” and others will benefit in learning how he did it. Danny also shares his experience in applying for loans through Lendio over the past few days.
Silicon Slopes Live: Travis Mickelson - IHC
April 02, 2020 21:31 - 18 minutes - 8.43 MBJoin us for a conversation with Travis Mickelson, Medical Director of Mental Health Integration at IHC.
Silicon Slopes Live: Travis Carter - Banjo
April 02, 2020 21:08 - 15 minutes - 7.32 MBJoin us for a conversation with Travis Carter, a senior engineer with Banjo who has been exposed to COVID-19.
Silicon Slopes Live: Melva Sine - Utah Restaurant Association
April 02, 2020 20:53 - 17 minutes - 8.1 MBJoin us for a conversation with Melva Sine, President of the Utah Restaurant Association.
Silicon Slopes Live: Jeremy Andrus - Traeger Grills
April 02, 2020 20:33 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBJoin us for a conversation with Traeger Grills CEO Jeremy Andrus.
Silicon Slopes Town Hall 3/25/20
March 25, 2020 23:31 - 59 minutes - 27.2 MBParticipants in today's Town Hall include: Clint Betts, Executive Director, Silicon Slopes Angela Dunn, State Epidemiologist, Utah Department of Health Utah State Senate President Stuart Adams Natalie Gochnour, Director, Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah Derek Kitchen, Utah State Senator Mark Johnson, Mayor of Lehi Mark Newman, CEO, Nomi Health Michael Good CEO University of Utah Health Jeremy Andrus, CEO, Traeger Grills
Silicon Slopes Live: Derek Miller - Salt Lake Chamber
March 25, 2020 20:25 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MBJoin us for a conversation with Derek Miller, President of the Salt Lake Chamber.
Silicon Slopes Live: Utah State Senator Luz Escamilla
March 25, 2020 20:23 - 19 minutes - 8.9 MBJoin us for a conversation with Utah State Senator Luz Escamilla.
Silicon Slopes Live: Teresa Foxley - EDCUtah
March 25, 2020 20:19 - 13 minutes - 6.01 MBJoin us for a conversation with Teresa Foxley CEO of EDCUtah.
Silicon Slopes Live: SLC Mayor Erin Mendenhall
March 24, 2020 23:31 - 27 minutes - 12.5 MBJoin us for a conversation with Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall.
Silicon Slopes Live: Jim Higgins - Solutionreach
March 24, 2020 22:01 - 14 minutes - 6.74 MBJoin us for a conversation with Solutionreach Executive Chairman Jim Higgins.
Silicon Slopes Town Hall 3/23/20
March 23, 2020 23:22 - 58 minutes - 27 MBParticipants in today's Town Hall include Senator Mitt Romney, Lt. Governor Spencer Cox, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Utah Area President Craig Christensen, Utah Senate President Stuart Adams, Utah Restaurant Association President Melva Sine, Dr. David Hillyard, Medical Director: Molecular Infectious Diseases, ARUP Laboratories, Nomi Health CEO Mark Newman and Kelvyn Cullimore CEO of BioUtah.
Silicon Slopes Live: Utah State Senator Derek Kitchen
March 23, 2020 21:18 - 17 minutes - 8.16 MBJoin us for a conversation with Utah State Senator Derek Kitchen.
Silicon Slopes Live: Ginette Bott - Utah Food Bank
March 23, 2020 20:04 - 16 minutes - 7.67 MBJoin us for a conversation with Utah Food Bank CEO Ginette Bott.
Silicon Slopes Live: Eric Rea - Podium
March 21, 2020 04:35 - 21 minutes - 9.7 MBJoin us for a conversation with Podium CEO Eric Rea.
Silicon Slopes Town Hall 3/20/20
March 21, 2020 01:09 - 1 hour - 36.7 MBParticipants in today's Town Hall include Senator Mike Lee, Lt. Governor Spencer Cox, Qualtrix CEO Ryan Smith, Senator Mitt Romney's Chief of Staff Matt Waldrip, Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson, BYU Pathway Worldwide President Clark Gilbert, Adam Whitaker with the American Red Cross, and Nomi Health CEO Mark Newman.
Silicon Slopes Live: Ryan Smith - Qualtrix
March 21, 2020 00:03 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBIn this episode we chat with Ryan Smith who has some great news to share!
Silicon Slopes Live: Adam Whitaker - American Red Cross
March 20, 2020 21:35 - 20 minutes - 9.27 MBIn this edition we have an opportunity to chat with Adam Whitaker from the American Red Cross.
Silicon Slopes Live: Andrew Smith - Four Foods Group
March 20, 2020 16:21 - 17 minutes - 8 MBIn this episode Clint Betts chats with Andrew Smith, CEO of Four Foods Group. Andrew has a lot to say about the current state of affairs in the food services industry and also has an important announcement.
Silicon Slopes Live: Jennifer Napier-Pearce
March 20, 2020 04:08 - 15 minutes - 7.05 MBIn this episode Clint Betts gets an update from Jennifer Napier-Pearce, editor of the Salt Lake Tribune, on the COVID-19, the earthquake, panic buying and more.
Silicon Slopes Live: Congressman Ben McAdams
March 20, 2020 00:28 - 20 minutes - 9.25 MBIn this episode Clint Betts gets an update from Congressman Ben McAdams on his experience dealing with COVID-19.
Silicon Slopes Live: Jim Gillespie
March 13, 2020 02:31 - 37 minutes - 17 MBOur guest at today’s live event is Jim Gillespie, Co-founder and CEO of GrayMatter. Jim has been leading industrial digital transformations for more than 30 years. He focuses on curating technology, guiding the digital process and enabling assets and people to become smarter and more visible. GrayMatter co-innovates with companies in manufacturing, water/wastewater, power and oil and gas markets to deliver custom-fit operational technology programs and solutions.
M&P Ep. 76: George Simons, Founder & CEO of SoloSuit
March 10, 2020 22:25 - 19 minutes - 8.8 MBIn this episode, we are joined by George Simons Founder and CEO of SoloSuit, the social venture dedicated to closing the Justice Gap. We learn where the idea came from and how the company was founded. We talk about the business model and how George is building his team. We get a good rundown of what happens when you are sued for a debt and how SoloSuit has a solution that will save people money and time while minimizing the heartburn associated with debt collection.
Meat and Potatoes - George Simons - SoloSuit
March 10, 2020 22:25 - 19 minutes - 8.8 MBIn this episode, we are joined by George Simons Founder and CEO of SoloSuit, the social venture dedicated to closing the Justice Gap. We learn where the idea came from and how the company was founded. We talk about the business model and how George is building his team. We get a good rundown of what happens when you are sued for a debt and how SoloSuit has a solution that will save people money and time while minimizing the heartburn associated with debt collection.
Meat and Potatoes - Shane Nolan & David Brody - IDA Ireland
February 26, 2020 21:29 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this episode, we're joined by Shane Nolan, SVP of IDA Ireland and David Brody, VP of Technology for IDA Ireland. We learn about the history and mission of IDA Ireland to help companies expand into Europe, and the strong bond shared between Ireland and Utah. We talk about the right time to consider international expansion and why Ireland is a popular spot for the first international office. We go into details on best practices and learn about how an Irish presence helps companies navigate...
M&P Ep. 75: Shane Nolan & David Brody, IDA Ireland
February 26, 2020 21:29 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this episode, we're joined by Shane Nolan, SVP of IDA Ireland and David Brody, VP of Technology for IDA Ireland. We learn about the history and mission of IDA Ireland to help companies expand into Europe, and the strong bond shared between Ireland and Utah. We talk about the right time to consider international expansion and why Ireland is a popular spot for the first international office. We go into details on best practices and learn about how an Irish presence helps companies navigate...
M&P Ep. 74: Luke Mocke, Founder & CEO of Mentorli
February 22, 2020 00:35 - 27 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Luke Mocke who is the Founder and CEO of Mentorli. We talk about the importance of mentors and how Luke’s experience with mentorship formed the idea that has become Mentorli. We learn how Luke made the decision to leave a good job to become an entrepreneur and build his own company. We discuss how being from South Africa impacted how he views the value of a good mentor. Lastly, we talk a bit about Springboks Rugby which is always a good time.
Meat and Potatoes - Luke Mocke - Mentorli
February 22, 2020 00:35 - 27 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Luke Mocke who is the Founder and CEO of Mentorli. We talk about the importance of mentors and how Luke’s experience with mentorship formed the idea that has become Mentorli. We learn how Luke made the decision to leave a good job to become an entrepreneur and build his own company. We discuss how being from South Africa impacted how he views the value of a good mentor. Lastly, we talk a bit about Springboks Rugby which is always a good time.
M&P Ep. 73: Shawn Goff with EY, Case Lawrence from CircusTrix, & Eric Farr from BrainStorm
February 05, 2020 23:08 - 23 minutes - 10.7 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Shawn Goff with EY, Case Lawrence from CircusTrix, and Eric Farr from BrainStorm. They tell us all about the Entrepreneur Of The Year Program and how folks can apply. Case and Eric explain what the process was like for them, why they think it's a fantastic program for all entrepreneurs, and offer insight as to what the judges like to see. Learn more about the program at ey.com/us/eoy/utah_region, or reach out to the program team at [email protected].
Meat and Potatoes - Shawn Goff, Case Lawrence & Eric Farr - EY
February 05, 2020 23:08 - 23 minutes - 10.7 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Shawn Goff with EY, Case Lawrence from CircusTrix, and Eric Farr from BrainStorm. They tell us all about the Entrepreneur Of The Year Program and how folks can apply. Case and Eric explain what the process was like for them, why they think it's a fantastic program for all entrepreneurs, and offer insight as to what the judges like to see. Learn more about the program at ey.com/us/eoy/utah_region, or reach out to the program team at [email protected].
M&P Ep. 72: Jeff Lyman & Jake Goeckeritz, Weave
February 04, 2020 22:48 - 16 minutes - 7.69 MBWeave's Chief Product Officer, Jeff Lyman, and Weave's Head of Marketing Campaigns, Jake Goeckeritz, walk us through the Business Growth Summit-- the world's largest online business growth event presented by Weave. If you're a business owner (or want to be), Weave has created the ultimate on-demand experience for you. Listen to Jeff and Jake so you'll know what to expect, how to register for the free event, and even hear a little about Jeff's experience at Nike creating Lebron James's shoe ...