2022 One Utah Summit - Cedar City Program

WELCOME!

THANK YOU FOR TAKING TIME TO JOIN US AT THIS YEAR’S ONE UTAH SUMMIT.

Our fall conference focuses on the unique needs of rural Utah and features something for everyone, from policy discussions to networking opportunities to entertainment. I encourage you to take advantage of every opportunity to learn more about growing a business, developing as a leader, and finding ways we can work together to solve the state’s most complex problems.

As the leader in charitable giving and volunteerism, Utah’s greatest strength is her people. The state’s brightest days are ahead.

I look forward to spending the next few days with you.

Sincerely,

GOV. SPENCER J. COX

09 Agenda

Welcome

State of Rural Utah

Energy Opportunities

A Changing Approach to Workforce Engagement

Regional Infrastructure Strategies

World Class Hosts to World Class Events

+ Institute of Land, Water, and Air

Utah Rural Legacy Leader Award

The Power of Partnerships

Culinary Innovations

Helping Utah Companies Grow on the World Stage

+ How Utah Responds During Crises

Stronger Together

18 Show Up Service Project & Food Truck Lunch

19 State Bank Business Challenge

Breakout Sessions

+ First Lady’s Show Up Initiative: What we’ve been up to, & how you can make an impact!

+ Utah’s Water: Meeting our needs into the future

+ Utah’s Big Plans: Whats in the works!

Transforming Utah’s Healthcare Ecosystem

Utah’s Next Generation of Business Innovation

+ Rural Opportunity Partnerships & Investments

Expanding Women Partnerships in Utah’s Key Industries

Tribal Businesses: How To Make The Connection

Energy Innovation: Making It Happen

Sustainability Through Innovation: Looking At Agriculture Through A New Lens

Leadership Day Agenda

Leadership Day Main Stage

+ Welcome

+ Greatness Begins at Home

+ Transformational Leadership

Innovating Towards One Utah

Leadership Day Breakout Sessions

+ Strengthening Communities by Leveraging AmeriCorps and Volunteerism

+ Using Design Sprints to Navigate Change + Cultural Courage: Soaring Together

+ Greatness Begins Where You Are

Finding Greatness in Your Career

Inspiring Greatness

+ Communicate Like a Pro & How to be Social Media Savvy

The Future of Utah’s Rural Workforce

+ Collaborating for Greatness: Enlisting Those Around You

Sponsors

SUMMIT MAP

AGENDA

TUESDAY

Launch Party

6:00 PM

Check In SUMA Plaza

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Networking Dinner Beverley Center for the Arts

During dinner, Nathan Royal will provide entertainment. He’s a guitarist, bandleader, arranger, and songwriter. Royal’s acoustic style of music is centered around his connection with his guitar and a desire to connect with people, travel, and communicate. He credits oldschool swing, jazz, country, bluegrass, and Appalachian old-time styles as the creative backbone of his music.

7:00 PM Welcome Beverley Center for the Arts

WEDNESDAY

Summit Conference

6:30 - 8:00 AM

Check In & Breakfast

SUMA Plaza

8:00 - 9:40 AM

Summit Main Stage

Randall L. Jones Theatre

9:40 - 10:00 AM

Utah’s Own Networking Social

Randall L. Jones Patio

10:00 -11:20 AM

Summit Main Stage

Randall L. Jones Theater

11:20 - 1:00 PM

Show Up Service Project and Food Truck Lunch

Hunter Alumni Center Parking Lot

1:00 - 2:15 PM

State Bank Business Challenge

Randall L. Jones Theatre

2:30 - 5:00 PM

Exhibitor Hall & Utah’s Own Reception

Hunter Alumni Center, Great Hall

3:15 - 4:00 PM

Breakout Sessions

Hunter Alumni Center

4:15 - 5:00 PM

Breakout Sessions

Hunter Alumni Center

WELCOME

Welcome to the One Utah Summit held on the beautiful Southern Utah University campus. This year marks the 35th anniversary of the Utah Rural Summit as the premier gathering place for convening Utah’s top leaders and decision-makers to discuss rural Utah’s challenges and opportunities.

01 STEPHEN LISONBEE

Senior Advisor of Rural Affairs: Office of Governor Cox

01 Keynote Adress STATE OF RURAL UTAH

Assistant Vice President: SUU Office of Regional Services

What makes a community strong, vibrant, and resilient? And what role does government play in helping individuals, families, and businesses thrive? Join Gov. Spencer Cox as he shares stories from his recent visits to rural areas, explains why he’s so optimistic about Utah’s future, and shows how we can further strengthen our institutions and each other.

01 GOV. SPENCER J. COX

Rural Matters Spotlight ENERGY OPPORTUNITIES

Utah’s leading the nation in aligning state, local, federal, and industry priorities to create a safe, secure, and resilient energy future. Hear how the energy community prioritizes affability, reliability, and sustainability with a new state Energy and Innovation Plan and get updates on emerging projects that will change Utah’s energy landscape.

01 JOEL FERRY

Executive Director: Utah Department of Natural Resources

Rural Education A CHANGING APPROACH TO WORKFORCE ENGAGEMENT

Industries across the nation are struggling to find qualified and effective employees to fill key job openings. Utah’s education systems have come together to address the need to align educational opportunities for all ages with actual workforce needs. A skilled and relevant workforce is a core building block for Utah’s continued economic success.

01 MINDY BENSON

President: Southern Utah University

02 STEVE STARKS

Chief Executive Officer and

of the Board of Directors: Larry H. Miller Company

03 BRITTNEY CUMMINS

Senior Advisor for Education: Office of Governor Cox

KOBY WILLIS

Superintendent: Piute County School District

Rural Matters Spotlight REGIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE STRATEGIES

Infrastructure is the heart beat of rural economic empowerment. As we focus on developing rail and logistics infrastructure in rural communities we are creating enhanced connections to domestic and global markets. The Utah Inland Port Authority is refocusing its core principle: serving Utah’s communities and businesses. It’s new business plan is putting Utah first, and its toolbox of resources will include new capabilities and resources for rural communities to draw upon. Now is the time to empower rural Utah!

01 BEN HART

Executive Director: Utah Inland Ports Authority

Sports

CLASS HOSTS TO WORLD CLASS EVENTS

Everyone knows Utah is the greatest natural playground in the world. From our high alpine peaks to our amazing desert landscapes, every activity is available for passionate athletes and leisure recreationalists. These assets lead to an opportunity for economic growth in unique ways. One of those is through world class events for many different groups. We are going to learn about the importance of sports and recreation events to the communities of Utah and how you can find the best path

to bring them to your communities.

01 ADRIANA CHIMERAS

Director of Tourism & Museum: Emery County

PITT GREWE

Division of Outdoor Recreation

Rural Matters Spotlight INSTITUTE OF LAND, WATER, AND AIR

KEVIN LEWIS

Director of Tourism: Greater Zion

DAVE SHALLENBERGER

Owner & Manager: Coalatree

The new Institute of Land, Water, and Air at Utah State University is building pathways to engage policy makers with important research being done in environment and natural resource fields. The institute is an interdisciplinary initiative, bringing research together with state, county, and city governments to create a positive impact for Utah. Executive Director Brian Steed has a long history leading some of Utah’s most important efforts - join him on stage to hear where he plans to take this new institute.

BRIAN STEED

Director: The Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water, and Air

UTAH RURAL LEGACY LEADER AWARD

Join us to celebrate a leader who has dedicated a lifetime of service

our nation and Utah communities. His incredibly distinguished

accompany a deep and tender commitment to reaching out and bringing us together to achieve our greatest potential.

LARRY ECHO-HAWK

for Indian Affairs to the Governor and Attorney General: State of Utah

Bringing People Together THE POWER OF PARTNERSHIPS

Lt. Gov. Henderson will lead an intimate fireside chat with Larry and Terry Echo Hawk, discussing their lifetime of service and commitment to the people of Utah and Tribal Nations that has taken them from rural communities to the White House.

LT. GOV. DEIDRE M. HENDERSON

LARRY & TERRY ECHO-HAWK

CULINARY INNOVATIONS

Rural Utah’s is filled with culinary experiences which turn locations into destinations. What does this mean, and how can we create strategies to ensure these remarkable experiences are protected for years to come? Chef Shon Foster has been at the center of this gastronomic evolution and will share his story of leadership.

01 CHEF SHON FOSTER

Executive Chef & Owner: Against the Grain Restaurant Group

Governor-Led

Trade Missions

UTAH COMPANIES GROW ON THE WORLD STAGE

Now is Utah’s time to shine globally. Learn how Utah companies are growing

through Governor-Led trade missions. Join us for a discussion with international business leaders from various Utah industries and sectors.

01 JAKE GLENN

Director, Trade Shows and Trade Missions: World Trade Center

JONATHAN FREEDMAN

Downeast

AVAIS AHMED

04 DAYLON RUESCH

Founder and CEO: Vitalpax

05 KATELIN ROBERTS

Executive Director: BioHive

River

UTAH RESPONDS DURING CRISES

In Utah, how we do things matters. When disaster strikes, state and local cooperation becomes more important as we work together to protect lives and livelihoods in crisis situations. Effective leaders plan

roll up their sleeves to ensure the best outcome for Utahns. These individuals are at the center of championing a team approach to problemsolving and providing resources to local communities in need.

ANDERSON

of Public

State of Utah

TRACY GLOVER

Kane County

DERRIN OWENS

Utah State Senator

of Economic

Snow College

SHELLEY

Director: Department

Environmental Quality

EVELYN WARNICK

Commissioner: Millard County

A Couch Conversation between Governor & First Lady Cox

Shawn & Carrie Bradley

TOGETHER

Trials become easier with the love and support from those closest to us. Join these couples for an honest discussion

finding unity during the toughest times.

GOV. SPENCER

COX

FIRST LADY ABBY COX

Stage Closing SHOW UP SERVICE PROJECT

First Lady Abby Cox and Show Up Director Kirsten Rappleye

be introducing their lunch service project focused on showing support and appreciation for our educators.

LADY ABBY COX

RAPPLEYE

First Lady Initiatives

SERVICE PROJECT & LUNCH

SHOW UP & Food Truck Lunch

Join the First Lady’s Show Up team to prepare teacher appreciation kits. Enjoy live music from Mountaintop Sound and food from various local food trucks.

Music: Mountop Sound Band

HOSTED BY STATE BANK OF SOUTHERN UTAH

Business CHALLENGE

One Utah Summit

early-stage

Breakout SESSIONS

Session

THE FIRST LADY’S SHOW UP INITIATIVE

Up launched in 2021 as First Lady Abby Cox stepped into her role and the unknown. Nearly two years later, Show Up is proud to boast over 75 service projects, two educator conferences totaling over 2,000 attendees, more than 100 additional Unified Sports programs in schools, meaningful awareness and advancement efforts in foster care, and much more. Join First Lady Abby Cox and the Show Up

a forward-looking dive into her ambitious “Show Up Utah”

how Utah’s government, business, and community

involved and why making an impact matters.

UTAH’S WATER

PRESENTERS

CANDICE HASENYEAGER

PAUL MONROE

ZACH RENSTROM

SHAWCROFT

UTAH’S BIG PLANS

WHAT’S IN THE WORKS!

BY: COLMENA GROUP

Utah was the fastest-growing state in the nation from 2010-2020. Top growth rates, the nation’s best economy, a young and highly-educated workforce, and breathtaking scenery create an environment for big things to happen in our state. Join us to learn about three potential opportunities to shape our state’s future across urban and rural Utah.

PRESENTERS

SOPHIA DICARO

Director: Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget

PHILLIP HOSKINS

Senior Director of Business Development: Savage

MARK PREISS

Zion National Park Forever Project

LANCE BULLEN

Colmena Group

MICHELLE MCCONKIE

Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration

TRANSFORMING UTAH’S HEALTHCARE ECOSYSTEM

UTAH CENTER FOR RURAL HEALTH

Last November, Gov. Spencer Cox launched the One Utah Health Collaborative, a community-owned 501(c)(3) serving as a lever to transform healthcare in Utah. The vision is for Utah to be the national leader in cost-efficient, innovative health care, strengthening our economic competitiveness and supporting a high quality of life for all Utahns.

healthcare leaders who will discuss rural Utah’s role.

PRESENTERS

RITA OSBORN

Executive Director: Utah Center for Rural Health/Southern Utah AHEC/Rural Health Association of Utah

GREG ROSENVALL

Rural Hospital Improvement Director: Utah Hospital Association

RICH SAUNDERS

Innovation Officer & Senior Advisor: Office of Governor Cox

SARAH WOOLSEY

Director: Association for Utah Community Health

ASHLEY MORETZ

of Primary Care & Rural Health: Utah

of Health and Human Services

UTAH’S NEXT GENERATION OF BUSINESS INNOVATION

UTAH OFFICE OF REGULATORY RELIEF

has long been a leader in the nation at supporting the entrepreneurial spirit. The Point will leverage this effort and take it to a new level by bringing resources and support to launch and commercialize some of Utah’s greatest innovations. The Point’s Innovation District Project Director

taking a statewide approach and will spend time in this

how this effort will benefit all of Utah.

JEFFERSON MOSS

CHRISTIANSEN

DAN HEMMERT

RURAL OPPORTUNITY

AND INVESTMENTS

Utah approach

on partnerships and building

get things done. The Rural Opportunity Fund

been set up to support

this group of leaders

PRESENTERS

GOV. SPENCER J. COX

TRAVIS KYHL

County

ANGELA MARTINEZ

OLIVER

of Commerce,

and Community Development Division Director:

STARKS

EXPANDING WOMEN PARTNERSHIPS IN UTAH’S KEY INDUSTRIES

BRIAN

PRESENTERS

TRIBAL BUSINESSES

HOW TO MAKE THE CONNECTION

SPONSORED BY: CEDAR BAND CORPORATION

Similar to local and state government, Economic Development is essential to building and sustaining Tribal communities and increasing the well-being of our Tribal members. Tribal Economic Development increases the economic footprint through cultural, dynamic, and community driven businesses. The panel will discuss how government, partnerships, and entrepreneurship creates jobs, utilizes resources, strengthens our local economies, and increases economic resiliency.

PRESENTERS

LT. GOVERNOR DEIDRE HENDERSON

LARRY ECHO-HAWK

for Indian Affairs to the Governor and Attorney General: State of Utah

SHANE PARASHONTS

Administrator: Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah

PAUL TERRY

& CEO: Cedar Band Corporation

MATT LOO

Land

ENERGY INNOVATION

MAKING IT HAPPEN

BY: DOMINION ENERGY

innovation

PRESENTERS

happening rapidly,

leading

taking the

reality

HARRY HANSEN

Of Communications:

PEARSON

GREG MILES

THOM CARTER

Government Relations:

WEBSTER

Office of Energy Development

Center

County

Mountain Power

Development

SUSTAINABILITY

LEADERSHIP DAY AGENDA

THURSDAY AGENDA

Leadership Day

7:30 - 8:30 AM

Check In & Breakfast

Hunter Alumni Center, Great Hall

8:30 - 10:45 AM

Leadership-Day Main Stage

Hunter Alumni Center, Great Hall

10:45 - 11:15 AM

Snacks on the Patio with Rural Utah Chamber Coalition

Hunter Alumni Center, Patio

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

Leadership Keynote General Session: Finding Your Greatness

Hunter Alumni Center, Great Hall

12:15 - 1:15 PM

Networking Lunch

Hunter Alumni Center, Great Hall

1:15 - 2:00 PM

Better Your Business Breakout Sessions

Hunter Alumni Center

2:00 - 2:15 PM

Rise and Stretch Break

Hunter Alumni Center, Great Hall

2:15 - 3:00 PM

Better Your Business Breakout Sessions

Hunter Alumni Center

3:00 PM

Leadership Day Closing Social

Hunter Alumni Center, Patio

Featured SPEAKERS

Leadership Day is dedicated to providing active and transformative learning experiences in the area of leadership development. Offering in-person access to Utah’s exemplary leaders, this day is designed to be a helpful personal and team development opportunity.

Thursday 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

MAIN STAGE PRESENTERS

WELCOME: WHERE GREATNESS BEGINS

This year marks the 125th anniversary of an institution that has stood proudly at the center of its rural Utah community representing hope, leadership and learning. Leadership Day allows us to set aside time to further develop ourselves as leaders and to collaboratively discuss challenges and opportunities associated with growth and guiding our beautiful and dynamic state into the future. Welcome to the One Utah Summit Leadership Day.

01 MINDY BENSON President: Southern Utah University

GREATNESS BEGINS AT HOME: VULNERABILITY AND TEACHABILITY

Join in a conversation with two well-known Utah couples for a discussion about discovering and fostering greatness at home. Often, the lessons learned and shared in our homes model how we approach life.

GOV. SPENCER J. COX & FIRST LADY ABBY COX

JANSON & NOELLE PIKUS-PACE

01

TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP: A UTAH TAPESTRY

While there are many approaches to leadership, learn about the fundamentals that serve as a framework for the One Utah Summit Leadership Day, and why. Also, meet some of Utah’s transformational leaders and learn about the dynamic work they are contributing to our state.

01 MELYNDA THORPE

Executive Director Community & Professional Development: Southern Utah University

Founder: Utah Rural Leadership Academy

Ph.D. Student: Adult Learning and Leadership

INNOVATING TOWARD ONE UTAH WITH YOU IN MIND

This active learning session will begin with a panel of leaders who will explore barriers to innovation in Utah. Barriers include funding, leadership, infrastructure, tourism, and workforce. After a short panel discussion, participants will be tasked with finding potential solutions to overcome these barriers.

01 DAX JACOBSON

Interim Dean, Bill & Vieve Gore School of Business: Westminster College

02 LAURA HANSON

State Planning Coordinator: Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget

03

JON PIKE

Commissioner: Utah Insurance Dept.

04 CURTIS WELLS

County Councilman: Grand County

05 NATALIE RANDALL

Executive Director: Utah Tourism Industry Association

06 SCOTT LEAVITT

V.P. of Academics: Southwest Tech

GREATNESS BEGINS WHERE YOU ARE : WHY OUR HOMETOWNS MATTER

Do you love where you live? In this session, we explore ways that our local communities and neighborhoods can inspire togetherness and change for good.

FINDING GREATNESS IN YOUR CAREER

Join with two of Utah’s own outstanding leaders and professionals in exploring how you can create meaning and purpose in your career.

01 AARON STARKS

Chief Revenue Officer/Managing Director Global Business Services: WTC Utah

02 JENNIFER COLOSIMO

President Enterprise Division: Franklin Covey

INSPIRING GREATNESS

Noelle Pikus-Pace inspired the world when she made a remarkable comeback from being hit by a bobsled in an accident that cost her spot in the 2006 Torino games. In 2014, she was awarded the US Olympics iconic “Moment of the Games” when she jumped into the stands to embrace her family after winning the Olympic Silver Medal in the sport of skeleton. Learn about inspiring greatness in others from the first American woman to win the World Championships, and by the largest margin in the history of the sport. Noelle is a 26x world cup medalist, 2x world champion, MBA, author, mom of 4 kids, and creator of Mindset Minute. This session is going to happen fast, and speed is what she does best!

01 NOELLE PIKUS-PACE

Olympian: Mindset Coach

BETTER YOUR BUSINESS

Breakout SESSIONS

Session

HUNTER ALUMNI CENTER | WHITING ROOM, 1:15 PM

Strengthening Communities by Leveraging AmeriCorps and Volunteerism

In this session, participants will have a conversation about issues specific to their communities and explore the value of engaging community members as change agents of those issues. Learn how AmeriCorps and volunteerism can work together with community leaders.

PRESENTERS

KRISTINA RANGER

Program Specialist: UServeUtah

MARY-MARGARET PINGREE

Seniors Program Manager: USserveUtah

HUNTER ALUMNI CENTER | CHARLES HUNTER ROOM, 1:15 PM

Using Design Sprints to Navigate Change

Used by Gimlet, LEGO, The New York Times, and many more companies, this workshop will demonstrate how design sprints

benefit cultural organizations. Learn about navigating change and how to use design sprints to solve problems.

Utah Museum

Cultural Courage: Soaring

The Future of Utah’s Rural Workforce

Some call it “The Great Resignation,” others prefer, “The Great Reshuffle.”

this panel, we’ll discuss Utah’s workforce in a unique

growth-infused economy where it is being said that the worker holds all the power. What does this mean for Utah employers?

PRESENTERS

JOHNATHAN WESTOVER

Chair/Professor of Organizational Leadership and Change: Utah Valley University

BEN CRABB

Economist: Utah Department of Workforce Services

HUNTER ALUMNI CENTER |

STAR ROOM,

PM

Collaborating for Greatness: Enlisting Those Around You

Successful leaders understand that collaboration is key to facilitating progress and change. In this session, hear from emerging and established leaders about ideas for building trust and establishing powerful networks.

PRESENTERS

JEAN BOREEN

of School of Humanities

Social Sciences

JOB PIKE

Utah

Department

CARRIE BAMBROUGH

Management

Utah Department

Human Services

GHANDOUR

City

NATALIE CHRISTENSEN

Coordinator: Southern Uta University

LAUREL DODGION

Enhancement Coordinator: Southern Utah University

KOONS

Resources Coordinator: Weber County Sheriff’s Office

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