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Founders, Investors & Operators features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who share their insights, hard-earned lessons, and strategies for success. Whether you're building a company, funding the...
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Founders, Investors & Operators features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who share their insights, hard-earned lessons, and strategies for success. Whether you're building a company, funding the next big idea, or leading operations at a startup, this is your go-to resource for real-world advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and expert perspectives.
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28 APR 2025 · Michael Baird serves as CEO and Founder of Accelerate Dental, a next gen Dental Partnership Organization which empowers dentists to be the primary beneficiaries of the financial upside on their practices. Prior to that, Michael served as CEO for Henry Schein One, the world leader in dental practice management software. Prior to Henry Schein One, he was founder and CEO of Avizia and served as President of Amwell after Avizia was acquired in 2018. Michael led Amwell to become the largest provider of telehealth technology and services in the country and a successful IPO in 2020. Additionally, Michael is the winner of the 2018 E&Y Entrepreneur of the Year award. Michael holds a BS degree in accounting from Brigham Young University, an MBA with distinction from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
19 MAR 2025 · Conner Atkin is the co-founder of Tagg-N-Go Car Wash, which he helped launch in 2013. Since then, he has been instrumental in its expansion, growing the company to over 20 locations across three states and a team of more than 300 employees. Conner earned his degree in accounting from Dixie State University.
24 FEB 2025 · Tyler Howells is the founder and CEO of home luxury brand Cozy Earth, specializing in luxury bed linens, loungewear, sleepwear, bath linens, and more. The brand has been named one of "Oprah’s Favorite Things" 5 times in 5 different product categories. Their products are a favorite of celebrities, interior designers, and billionaires worldwide. The brand boasts over 2 million customers and continues to grow. Their aim is to deliver for their customers ultimate sanctuary through life-changing luxury.
20 JAN 2025 · Eric Nielsen is the Co-Founder and President of Sunder Energy, a national solar provider founded in 2019. Prior to Sunder, Eric helped grow sales teams at Vivint, Pinnacle Security, and LGCY Power. Eric earned his bachelor’s in finance from Utah State University and an MBA from The Ohio State University.
3 DEC 2024 · Travis Kimball is a co-founder and the Chief Experience Officer of Quick Quack Carwash. Founded in 2004, Travis has played a key role in its growth, helping it expand to more than 250 locations across five states. Travis holds a degree in communications and an MBA from BYU.
12 NOV 2024 · Steve Zolman is the CEO of SafeStreets, a nationwide ADT Security Authorized Provider with 300 trained consultants covering more than 90 percent of the United States. Steve has enjoyed a successful career in the security industry. He founded Pinnacle Security in 1998 and later merged with a company called Homeland Protection. By 2013 Pinnacle had secured more than 500,000 homes and was purchased by Protection One. Thereafter Steve served as CRO of EVO Alarm, a Top 10 ADT authorized dealership. In addition, Steve and his wife Annie are the founders of Tiny Hero, a charitable organization with a mission to help congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) families find the best care, a supportive community, and a hope-filled future.
15 OCT 2024 · Steve Price is the founder of Price Real Estate, a fully-integrated commercial real estate company with properties ranging from undeveloped “shovel ready” parcels of land to master-planned business parks. Founded in 2002, The Price Portfolio has grown to an institutional grade portfolio of master-planned developments and properties, strategically focused on distribution/warehouse, manufacturing, medical and lifescience, e-commerce, and emerging and related supply chain options.
10 SEP 2024 · Marc Chenn was the Co-founder and Chairman/CEO of SaltStack, a leading provider of cloud and security automation solutions. In October 2020, Marc led SaltStack through a successful acquisition by VMware. Marc was recognized as a top entrepreneur in the State of Utah and was named a Peak 100 Winner by the Utah Venture Entrepreneur Forum.
Prior to SaltStack Marc worked with FinTech SaaS provider Compliance11 and prior to that Marc enjoyed a career in finance with Morgan Stanley in the investment management division.
Marc currently serves on the Board of Silicon Slopes and is passionate about sharing his journey as an entrepreneur, and enjoys advising other entrepreneurs and startups as a Board Member and Advisor. Marc holds an MBA in finance and an undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University where he was an All-American High Jumper.
20 AUG 2024 · Nick Greer is the co-founder and CEO of Built Protein Bar and Brands, which is on a mission to build the best tasting protein bar on the planet. Built has become a favorite on-the-go snack due to its exceptional nutritional profile, optimized BUILT Protein™, and a vast array of mouthwatering flavors. Prior to Built, Nick founded One on One Marketing, a technology and marketing company which was later acquired by a private equity company. Additionally, Nick co-founded Skipio, which provides sales automation software for local businesses to enhance their sales and retention activities. Nick and his wife, Deborah, also created the Five12 Foundation that feeds thousands of children in his community every week.
30 JUL 2024 · Cole Painter is the founder of New Primitive, a company that specializes in premium outdoor sauna and cold plunge kits. Prior to New Primitive, Cole had a successful career in the door-to-door sales industry.
Founders, Investors & Operators features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who share their insights, hard-earned lessons, and strategies for success. Whether you're building a company, funding the...
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Founders, Investors & Operators features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who share their insights, hard-earned lessons, and strategies for success. Whether you're building a company, funding the next big idea, or leading operations at a startup, this is your go-to resource for real-world advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and expert perspectives.
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| Author | Chase Hudson |
| Organization | Chase Hudson |
| Categories | Entrepreneurship |
| Website | - |
| chudson@parkwestre.com |
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