Silicon Slopes | Leaders Interviewing Leaders

Silicon Slopes Show features thought-provoking conversations with Utah's top entrepreneurs, leaders, and executives, but with a unique twist. Silicon Slopes gives the mic to Utah's most influential leaders to interview each other, creating authentic peer-to-peer conversations that go beyond traditional podcasting. With different hosts and guests throughout the show, listeners and viewers get a much broader perspective on what's happening inside Silicon Slopes and across Utah's tech ecosystem. The show covers everything from leadership and entrepreneurship to philosophies on life itself. Nothing is off the table in these interviews. Expect hilarious personal stories, candid takes on current events, and hard-won business advice from legends who've been in the trenches. This is where Utah's tech community comes together to share the wisdom that's driving one of the fastest-growing innovation hubs in the nation. Learn more at SiliconSlopes.com.

Silicon Slopes | Leaders Interviewing Leaders is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 212 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Scaling.com Founder Blake Erickson

  Aug 4, 202631 min

  In this episode, we dive deep into the world of business scaling with the founder of Scaling.com, Blake Erickson. Discover the journey from door-to-door sales to advising over 550 companies on achieving exponential growth. Learn about the principles of scaling, the importance of mindset shifts, and how to leverage AI for efficiency. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:00:13 - Scaling.com Origins and Tony Robbins 00:00:35 - Transition from Door-to-Door Sales to Business Growth 00:01:07 - Partnership with Dr. Benjamin Hardy 00:01:38 - Founding of Scaling.com 00:02:25 - Criteria for Engaging with Scaling.com 00:04:01 - Psychological Aspect of Scaling 00:05:29 - Mindset Shift for Exponential Growth 00:07:05 - Building a Scalable Model 00:08:08 - Simplifying Systems and Building the Right Team 00:09:01 - Exponential Distribution Strategies 00:10:16 - The Power Law and Focus on Key Actions 00:10:30 - Example of Scaling a Popcorn Company 00:12:19 - Discussion on AI and Its Impact on Business 00:13:20 - Leveraging AI for Efficiency 00:14:02 - Human Connection and Accountability in Business 00:15:43 - Self-Leadership and Personal Growth 00:17:43 - The Role of the Founder in Scaling 00:18:49 - Psychological Barriers to Scaling 00:20:06 - Should Every Business Scale? 00:21:12 - Purpose-Driven Scaling 00:22:47 - Defining Scaling and Its Potential 00:23:36 - Self-Leadership and Confidence Building 00:24:48 - Upcoming Book: The Power Law 00:25:57 - Importance of Focus and Avoiding Busy Work 00:28:06 - Example of Messi's Efficiency in Soccer 00:30:05 - Final Thoughts on Purpose and Fulfillment 00:30:37 - Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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  The Intersection of Sports, Tech, and Culture: A Deep Dive with Skullcandy's Alex Sherman

  Aug 4, 202629 min

  In this episode, we dive into the vibrant intersection of sports, tech, and consumer brands in Utah. Our special guest is Alex Sherman, Senior Brand Marketing Manager at Skullcandy, an Utah-based company with deep roots in the action sports world. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:34 - Meet Alex Sherman from Skullcandy 01:08 - Alex's Journey from Pro Snowboarder to Brand Marketing 02:12 - Alex's Role at Skullcandy 02:57 - Skullcandy's Utah Roots and Action Sports Culture 04:08 - The Origin of Skullcandy 05:04 - Staying True to Action Sports DNA 06:11 - Skullcandy's Innovative Product Team 07:17 - Global Consumer Brand and Fan Engagement 08:48 - Exciting Creator Strategies and Influencer Programs 10:39 - Skullcandy Headquarters and Office Culture 12:53 - Partnership with Woodward and Community Engagement 14:19 - Events and Activations: Kilby Block Party and Crusher Cup 17:04 - Social Strategy and Gen Z Engagement 20:39 - Where to Buy Skullcandy Products 23:21 - Upcoming Collaboration: Crusher 1080 with Bose 25:04 - Challenges and Advantages of Scaling Internationally 26:39 - Custom Headphones for Partners 28:08 - Skullcandy's Role in the Utah Ecosystem Key Highlights: Alex shares his journey from being a pro snowboarder to leading brand marketing at Skullcandy. Discover how Skullcandy stays true to its action sports roots while constantly innovating. Learn about Skullcandy's exciting collaborations, including the upcoming Crusher 1080 with Bose. Get insights into Skullcandy's social strategy and how they engage with Gen Z. Explore Skullcandy's community involvement and partnerships, including their work with Woodward. Don't miss out on this in-depth conversation about the dynamic world of sports, tech, and consumer brands in Utah! Follow Us: Website:siliconslopes.com Instagram:@siliconslopeshow Twitter:@siliconslopeshow Facebook:Silicon Slope Show Follow Skullcandy: Website:Skullcandy Instagram:@skullcandy Twitter:@skullcandy Facebook:Skullcandy Subscribe for more episodes and hit the bell icon to stay updated!

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  Exploring the Future of Action Sports with Jay Burke | Silicon Slope Show

  Jul 1, 202625 min

  Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Silicon Slope Show! In this episode, we dive into the world of sports business with Jay Burke, the Director of Marketing at Woodward Park City. With nearly 30 years of experience in the Utah marketing landscape, Jay shares his journey from the advertising world to his passion for mountains, skiing, and action sports. 00:13 - Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:36 - Jay Burke's Background and Career Beginnings 01:08 - Transition to Ski Resort Marketing 01:54 - Current Role at Woodward Park City 02:25 - Marketing Strategies and Digital Shift 02:47 - Importance of Events and Owned Media 03:52 - Local Paid Media and Market Education 04:38 - Overview of Utah's Outdoor Activities 05:01 - Woodward's Global Presence and History 06:06 - Future Plans for Woodward Urban Centers 06:33 - Year-Round Activities at Woodward 07:39 - Summer Camps and Youth Programs 09:14 - Corporate Partnerships and Brand Collaborations 10:54 - Event Planning and Execution 11:19 - Creation and Success of Point to Point Event 14:20 - Work-Life Balance in the Outdoor Industry 16:07 - Building Community and Youth Culture at Woodward 18:29 - Future Event Collaborations 20:04 - Future of the Outdoor Industry 23:14 - Snow Management and Mountain Operations 23:57 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts If you enjoyed this video and want to support us please leave a LIKE, write a comment on this video and Share it with your friends. Subscribe to our channel on YouTube and click the icon for notifications when we add a new video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions. Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.com Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372 Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e Social: X https://x.com/siliconslopes Instagram https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw

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  From Toilet Seats to Tee Times: How Evan Teshima Built and Sold a Golf Tech Empire

  May 7, 202631 minS0

  What does it take to bootstrap a SaaS company from a broke college student's dorm-room idea to a successful acquisition with barely $50K in real outside capital?<br />In this special Silicon Slopes Podcast, guest host Adam Stoker, President and CEO of Brand Revolt, sits down with Evan Teshima, investor and Co-Founder of foreUP golf software, to find out.<br />Evan co-founded foreUP as a BYU senior after a pivotal entrepreneurship class taught by John Richards sparked a realization: golf courses were running their entire operations on archaic, CD-based software that belonged in a museum. So he and his co-founders...

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  The Future of Sports Licensing and NIL with Wade Leaphart & Joe Summers

  Jan 21, 202622 minS0

  Welcome back to the Silicon Slope Show! In this episode we dive into the dynamic world of sports business with Joe Summers from OnBase. Join us as we explore how OnBase is revolutionizing licensing, sponsorship, and NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) opportunities for brands and athletes alike.<br /> 00:13 - Introduction and Guest Introduction<br />00:29 - Overview of OnBase<br />01:01 - Evolution of NIL in Sports<br />01:26 - Joe Summers' Background<br />01:44 - Sponsorship Pitch Meeting<br />02:00 - Founding of OnBase<br />02:43 - Shift to Licensing and Sponsorships<br />03:47 - Challenges in Licensing and Sponsorships<br />04:08 - Role of OnBase in Streamlining P...

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