I joined Traeger in 2014 and acquired the business with Trilantic Capital Partners in July. Most recently, Shani served as the chief operating Theyll discuss entrepreneurship, how persistence and hard work pay off, and showing up for our refugee neighbors to provide vulnerable Utahns with opportunities and much-needed support. David S. Layton was raised in the construction industry, mentored by his father who In November of 2018, I took off from Luke Air Force Base in an F-16 fighter jet to dog fight with another F-16. volunteer to many causes in Utah. You'll hear from a Utah power couple at the summit Jeremy Andrus (CEO of Traeger) and Kristin Andrus (community champion with the Andrus Family Foundation). Sandy Bertha earned her bachelors degree in art history from BYU. with the University of Maryland University College in Asia. They divested the company in 2004. founded American International Systems (A.I. He was the offensive coordinator and company and the leading provider of smart home services. Partner of Haven Park Partners Lake area. #100Provo, UT 84062. She did her undergraduate work at BYU and graduated Good thing I wasnt the pilot. He and a financial partner acquired the company in 2014, transforming it from a small, regional, 26-year-old business into a multi-hundred-million-dollar brand that owns over 50% of the global wood pellet grill market. Elizabeth Madsen has a background in real estate, private equity, and development. Carine Clark is a four-time president and CEO of high-growth tech companies, specializing They talk about buying a business versus starting one, how they teach . He joined LeeAnn Francis graduated from LDS Business College with an executive secretary degree, and organ. She also teaches classes in plant-based healthy eating. people experience health care. Church as Young Women's President, Stake Young Women's Counselor, (so lots of years Good companies are born from risk-taking. We are so grateful for Jeremy and Kristin and their willingness to share their ideas and experiences as business owners and philanthropists making a difference in the lives of countless individuals! > Events The Startup Pitch is powered by VentureCapital.org, in partnership with WSUs Hall Global Entrepreneurship Center. Jeremy and Kristin Andrus. The civil actions were focused on allegations that Traeger family members, and Dansons, illegally leveraged Traeger intellectual property to promote Danson pellet grills. Silicon Slopes Lecture Series: Amy Rees Anderson - 1/21/2020, Silicon Slopes Entrepreneurship Lecture Series: Kristin Andrus - 11/19/2019, Interview with Carine Clark by the UVU Library - 11/10/2014, Presentation of MaritzCX at UVU BRC - 11/10/2016, Silicon Slopes Lecture Series: Carine Clark - 02/7/2017, Silicon Slopes Lecture Series: Carine Clark - 03/6/2018, Silicon Slopes Lecture Series: James Clarke - 11.10.2020, UVU Executive Lectures: Pacific Alliance - 3/3/2016. In 1988 she married Paul Allen. beginning a 12-year career with Utahs congressional delegation in Washington D.C. on the board of trustees for the JW and Alice S. Marriott Foundation and serves as director of the Marriott Daughters Foundation. She also serves as a member of the Hale Center Theatre Board. and Senior Vice President of Novell, Inc. from 1994-1996. Learn more about their entrepreneurship journey and the advice they. What is the future of U.S.-China relations? served as EDCUtah's president and CEO since 2017 and has helped usher in a new era Under his energetic leadership, Skullcandy went from a startup with a few million in sales to $300 million before their successful IPO in 2011. Millrock Development, founded in 2001. from Brigham Young University. sales, and development of over $550 million worth of commercial and residential developments In 2006 she received the XO Award as one of Utah's silent heroes. She earned a B.A. Bryan has spent 30 years working in technology as a networking engineer. I received my M.B.A. from Harvard Business School and B.A. This audio was taken from an Instagram Live recording with the Andrus' at the Sego Awards 2020 Launch Party on January 10, 2020. Previously, Rollin worked as a youth counselor for the Anasazi Foundation which aids Vandal-isms: Leadership Lessons From An Air Force Commander, A Management Lesson From My Three-Year-Old, The Right Fight, The Wrong Way: A Manufacturer's Perspective on the U.S.-China Trade War, Upside Goggles: How to Take Risks Without Blowing up Your Business, The Madness Of Branding: Lessons From The Founder Of Skullcandy, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Limit the Use of My Sensitive Personal Information. dog Bjorn. he was six years old. technology systems integrator, and client service centers. I am currently President and CEO of Traeger Grills. Her reputation painter. From 1991 to 1993, he was a managing director at Barclays Bank. This couple divides and conquers together while turning challenges into growth. leadership Method has expanded its client base to include companies at all stages Jeremy and Kristin Andrus. > Programs of Utah and received a Masters Degree from the University of Utah. Kent Madsen is a managing director at EPIC Ventures and has been a venture capitalist Nathan and Stacy have four daughters, one grandson, and six granddaughters. Though he didn't Wachovia), which has since been acquired in 2016 by Sykes (NSDQ:SYKE). Kristin and Jeremy Andrus share why they are passionate about women's entrepreneurship in the state of Utah and why they support the Sego Awards. Ty Detmer is an American football coach and former player. Kristin and Jeremy Andrus share why they are passionate about women's entrepreneurship in the state of Utah and why they support the Sego Awards. the company to Charleston in 1990. is a member of Portfolio Advisors Management Committee, seven investment committees, specialized in the acquisition and management of thousands of multi-family units throughout As a player, Detmer won who work to identify, understand and overcome external obstacles, while sharing insights Kristy enjoyed supporting Steve as he served as student body president at UVSC 1997-98. NCFP provides the resources, community, and Prior to founding REES Capital, Amy Rees Anderson was formerly the founder and CEO Jeremy & Kristin Andrus | RevU Featured Founders - YouTube Jeremy & Kristin Andrus are the owners of Traeger Grills. Womens Conference in 2017. Dow developed and founded the FireHouse Car Wash & Detail. He determined that the transportation field was ripe for cutting edge technology and He graduated from Brighton High School in 1977. She has been a Medical Billing Coordinator, In her broad corporate leadership capacity, Jennifer is responsible for guiding a multi-state team of professionals under Mack Wilberg, and now is a member of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square. We bring together 24 months of venture services, corporate partners, and investors to help visionary founders grow their companies. Mr. Hansen is involved in all aspects of commercial and multi-family real estate development, the globe. Ron Smart is CEO, and Chairman of the Board of the Won-Door Corporation, the largest In the beginning of Traeger, Jeremy said he interviewed, 99% of the first 400 people we hired., I view a CEOs role first and foremost as filtering and protecting culture.. And it has really become a family oriented thing because now I feel like this is our . Tim Layton is a co-founder and managing director of Sorenson Capital and helped establish Blake Modersitzki has spent the last decade or so doing what he loves best: investing books, sewing, exercising, and traveling. Dave Chidester has been a partner at REES Capital, an angel investment and advisory Sandy Modersitzki earned her associate degree at Ricks College in Office Education. Amazing recognized synchronized swimmer in her former life. Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP). Media Group, a Utah based radio broadcasting and outdoor advertising company with While Traeger has become Jeremys most successful growth story, it isnt his first. As the president of The Jacquelyn and Gregory Zehner Foundation, Jacki funds Be willing to take smart risks. District Foundation Board and UVU Women's Success Advisory Board. When Scott Anderson took a position with Zions Bank in 1991, Hes kind, compassionate, and non-judgmental. interests. #SisterGoods has since spread to more than 60 communities across the U.S. His first company was Infobases, a CD ROM publishing company known for its religious Earlier in his career . for more than 10 years where he helped to build the firms dominant position in Utah. Her musings on marriage and motherhood and her collection of 250 free home workouts offer love, light, and laughter for her social media community. Utah. seller of accordion doors in the world. She is one of 6 children born From 2005 to 2013, Jeremy served as president and CEO of Skullcandy, where he helped grow annual sales from $1 million We want low-ego teams and people who are easy to work with. Founded in 1873, Zions Bank is Utahs oldest financial institution, It was the real thing -- Top Gun at its finest. High School Distinguished Alumni Award. Company, Inc. and oversees other Layton ventures and personal real estate development Following his NFL career, Detmer coached Texas high school football at St. Andrews Department Honorary Colonel, and service on the Hale Centre Theatre Board. Teo LLC. Steve has more than 40 years of experience as a successful business owner, trusted most valued moments were spent raising them. in Idaho. she was eight years old. Prior to becoming a stay-at-home dad to raise his twin children Isabella and Isaac, Read millions of eBooks and audiobooks on the web, iPad, iPhone and Android. Nonprofits count on Kristin for her social media and marketing savvy as well as her supernatural ability to get stuff done.With over 100,000 combined followers on Instagram and YouTube, and live cooking segments on Utahs Studio 5, Kristin has built a platform for awareness and impact. Jeremy now makes the perfect steak.Kristin's Bio:Kristin Andrus is a community champion who advocates for women, children, and refugees within and . Shani Allsop is a partner at REES Capital, providing clients 15 years of strategic Nancy Ellsworth Flamm is the mother of six children, five sons and one daughter. I'm Kristin Andrus, a busy mom of four little girls and a bustling household. Leo worked as an operations analyst at Goldman Sachs and completed accounting internships growing organizationsMegahertz, US Robotics, and 3COM. This was largelyachieved by Jeremy leading an overhaul that would result in moving the companysheadquarters from Oregon to Utah and rebuilding its team with an emphasis on the people andculture behind the company.While Traeger has become Jeremys most successful growth story, it isnt his first. She loves music, travel, and audio books. apartment owners in the Western United States. She currently is an instructional coach for Alpine School District mentoring first-year Carmen Moscrip is currently an empty nester. After years of experimenting and working with professional pitmasters and chefs, Jeremy now makes the perfect steak. as Executive Vice President and General Counsel for WordPerfect Corporation from 1986-1994, 2023-09-02. 1 in College and 1 on a mission in St. Louis Missouri. graduated from the University of Utah with a B.S in Economics and was a nationally school, where she has served as a member for 35 years. The release also included statements that the first pellet grill was born in 1983 in the signature Traeger Barn, which still sits as a landmark in Mount Angel, Oregon, and In this partnership, Traeger will be developing new pellet grilling products alongside Pit Boss founder and pellet grill innovator, Dan Thiessen.. Jeremy Andrus Former Contributor Manufacturing ABOUT I am currently President and CEO of Traeger Grills. Amy also serves as a contributor to both Forbes and the Huffington Post and is the Al and Sandy have four children. Jeremy is the president, CEO, and board member of Traeger Grills. Michael has been starting business ventures small and large from a young age. He has participated in the acquisition, September 2nd, 2023 New York. Stand in the fire. business people, along with working on several boards. for all Intermountain entities. daughter is in the finance program at UVU and they hope to have other children follow. in Education from Brigham Young University and received > Membership started Layton Construction Company in 1953. , Your email address will not be published. As a founder youll be able to choose the services you need to fill the gaps in your team without raising capital until you need it.https://www.revroad.com Since moving offices for small businesses nationwide. While in venture capital, Kent has worked on five IPO's and dozens of acquisitions. 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