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Cache—A Safe Place to Put Your Stuff

November 26, 2019 by Alison Lafazan Leave a Comment

Memories of good times, sitting on the back of the truck relaxing and discussing a day of skiing, golfing or mountain biking, led brothers Tyler and Dillon Green to invent a tailgate pad. And it is not just a bike-pad. Their company, Cache, now markets an all-encompassing tailgate product. Story of Dillon, Tyler, and Jeffrey Dillon and Tyler were staying with their dad, … [Read more...]

The Suazo Business Center Offers Guidance, Education, Inspiration, & Hope

October 15, 2019 by Gail Veley Leave a Comment

The Story of Marcela Lopez As Marcela Lopez skillfully handcrafts with paint and brush the look of marble above the fireplace of a customer’s home, she feels grateful for the business wisdom and expertise she acquired through the Suazo Business Center. The center, located in Salt Lake City, satisfied the tugging at her soul to be more than she was at that moment, two years … [Read more...]

Sustainable Startups: A SLC Entrepreneur Focus

July 8, 2015 by Andrew Wankier Leave a Comment

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“Am I gonna make it?” All entrepreneurs face this question without always knowing what fate will hold. Too often, entrepreneurs launch their businesses without completely understanding the strengths and weaknesses of their business model. Programs such as Shark Tank allow entrepreneurs to vet their business model to experts and get their feedback. However, community support … [Read more...]

Bohem: Global Bridges Support Artists Abroad and at Home

May 15, 2015 by Paige Wiren Leave a Comment

When you enter Bohem, you have arrived at both a destination and an origin. At first glance, the State Street store may appear to be a straightforward, sophisticated boutique. In addition to offering unique, internationally-made artisan goods, Bohem is also the beginning of Adam and Chelsea James’ intent to create community connection. The cosmopolitan couple has created a … [Read more...]

A Need to Knead: Moore Bread

April 17, 2015 by Paige Wiren Leave a Comment

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A revolution is on the rise in Utah. Loaf by loaf, Ryan Moore’s distinct breads have the power to reshape the way we think about our oldest source of sustenance. Moore Bread is Utah’s first Community Supported Baker (CSB) program through which participants buy monthly shares and receive exceptional, consciously crafted loaves made from locally grown and milled organic … [Read more...]

Leia Bell: The Princess of Poster Art

April 15, 2015 by Caroline Kingsley Leave a Comment

  Leia Bell always knew she wanted to do art but she didn’t know how to make it a career. “Luckily, my parents were really supportive,” she recalls. “They didn’t tell me I needed to do some other kind of ‘real job.’” After graduating from the University of Utah with a degree in printmaking, her now husband, Phil Sherburne, suggested she start printing posters for his … [Read more...]

Yelp: Part of the Nation’s New Wild West

March 20, 2015 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

In the Old West, people lived and died by their reputations. Reputations were shared, and everyone was aware of who could or could not be trusted. Housewives, preachers and business owners moderated gossip, dispelling myths and supporting truths. But there was always recourse a person could take if someone tarnished their reputation: strong words, a fistfight, a duel. But … [Read more...]

American Eagle Welding

February 24, 2015 by David E. Jensen 2 Comments

In American Eagle’s dimly lighted fabrication area, the staccato popping of welding torches casts a flickering light on stacks of raw steel and rods of iron railing that protrude from barrels and bins. In the center of the room, a two-story vertical pipe is being transformed into a spiral staircase with the addition of stair treads, balusters and railing. The finished product … [Read more...]

Mary Moody Jewelry: An Instagram Success Story

February 10, 2015 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

Artists Can Flourish Online Imagine running a business with no marketing costs. A few years ago it would have sounded too good to be true, but in the millenium of social media, anything is possible. That’s just what Mary Moody realized when starting her jewelry business two years ago. After attending a seminar with keynote speaker Susan Petersen of Freshly Picked, a … [Read more...]

Ra-Elco: SLC’s Place to Find Rare Electronic Parts

December 17, 2014 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

Electronics have changed our lives over the past decades, but what about life for those who are in the industry? Many electronic stores have failed despite the technology boom, or they’ve been forced to adapt to new business models. Take Radio Shack for example. The company now pushes cell phones more than electronic parts. One electronics store, however, has persevered … [Read more...]

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