Marketplace Innovators
Dirt Roads Couture Thrives as Ogden’s Vibrant Hub for Local Artisans
Lisa Peterson’s Dirt Roads Couture in Ogden is booming with unique finds, from custom bleached flannels to hand-forged Damascus knives. Meet the creative vendors and discover what makes this women-led…
FLDS Women Entrepreneurs: Transforming a Community Rooted in Polygamy
What’s it like to be an ambitious woman in a community that has long enforced submissive roles? As FLDS women build businesses and push for change, are they quietly challenging…
Utah Women: From Gender Stereotypes to Business Success and Cultural Change
Utah women have faced a unique mix of cultural expectations and gender stereotypes, yet many have defied the odds to become leaders in business and community. From the resilience of…
From Humble Beginnings to High-Value Instruments: Sugarhouse Violin Journey
As home to one of five major luthier schools in the country, Salt Lake City boasts at least half a dozen local shops offering custom instruments and restoration services.
The Man behind Utah’s Craziest Car Dealership Commercials
Nick Markosian from Markosian Auto is the man behind Utah’s craziest car dealership commercials. His passion for cars dates back to his childhood.
Lassonde Studios Helping University of Utah Students Make their Business Dreams a Reality
Lassonde Studios is more than just a dorm housing 400 residents. It is a center for student entrepreneurs making their business dreams a reality.
Electric Porsche in Salt Lake: Current Exchange Converts Classic Roadsters to Electric Collectibles
Martin Prouty and Kyle Palmer started The Current Exchange to convert Porsche roadsters into electric vehicles.
From France to Salt Lake City: HEXEH Studio’s Fine Fragrances
HEXEH Studio is a fine fragrance company that aims to delight, impress, and surprise with scents that are not commonly found.
Red Emeralds: Rare Gem is Found Only in Utah
Red emeralds are very rare and therefore are among the most expensive gems in the world. And Utah is the only place in the world to find them.
How Gastronomy Inc. Changed the Face of SLC Dining
I think it is fair to say that the face of SLC — particularly downtown — would look very different if not for Gastronomy Inc., which paved the way for…
Hive Campers: Not Another Typical Camper
Hive campers are rugged enough to be towed behind the Mars Rover cruising around the red planet or your favorite off-road camping spot with all the comforts of home
Western Timber Frame
Hyrum Thompson, a cabinet maker, and his son Brad, started what would become Western Timber Frame in their driveway in 2008. Western Timber Frame has gone from a driveway build…
Coleman Knitting Mills – Memorable Letterman Jackets since 1947
Coleman Knitting Mills in Ogden has been making long-lasting and memorable Letterman jackets since 1947
Virus Virtuosity: Utah Businesses Thriving During COVID
The coronavirus has been devastating for small businesses. But during this upheaval, some local Utah businesses are not only surviving, but thriving, thanks to changes in consumer behavior. Businesses suited…
The Truffle Cottage: Where Baby Yoda and Gourmet Chocolate Meet
Novelty chocolate: When the forces of Baby Yoda and gourmet chocolate are combined together, you find Truffle Cottage.
Backflow Water Testing: What You Need to Know
What is backflow water testing? According to Phil Fabry, CEO of Clearwater Backflow services, explained that it is a process that is used to test your plumbing system to make…