Abby Melby

At Silicon Slopes Summit 2026, Mark Cuban and CMS Administrator Chris Klomp confronted the real drivers of healthcare costs—complexity, consolidation, and hidden incentives—in a candid discussion on transparency, competition, and why meaningful reform remains so hard.

PicPortal (Lehi, UT) enables photographers to transfer images instantly from camera to editor, streamlining workflows for freelancers and media teams. Built by photographers, it combines speed, affordability, and user-driven design.

Third Thursday @ 3 closed out the year at Pelion with fast-paced pitches, record attendance, and growing momentum, underscoring its evolution into a cornerstone of Utah’s venture ecosystem.

Boost’s UVU conference brought founders, leaders, and students together for candid discussions on fear, resilience, action, and identity. Speakers shared hard-earned lessons on momentum, mentorship, and building companies through uncertainty and failure.

Universities face a critical AI talent gap. At an AI in the Workforce event, UVU explores curriculum, mentorship, and industry partnerships, emphasizing human-centered skills, authenticity, and resilience to prepare students for an AI-driven workforce without replacing human judgment.