Robert Cummings, a seasoned litigator with deep securities experience, has been appointed Director of Utah’s Division of Securities, overseeing regulation and investor protection amid the state’s growing investment and fintech activity.

Scott Holley, a U alum and seasoned entrepreneur, has been named executive director of the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute (Salt Lake City, UT) as the program receives a transformative $25M gift ahead of its 25th anniversary.

Orem-based Pocket launches Miles, an AI assistant powered by GPT-4o and Gemini, helping luxury auto dealerships streamline listings, lead follow-up, and sales workflows with real-time, in-platform support.

Utah Valley University’s Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) program helps adult learners earn college credit for real-world experience, accelerating degree completion, reducing costs, and opening flexible pathways to career advancement.

MWCN’s 2024 Deal Flow Report shows Utah’s M&A deal value exceeded $30B again, with record-high transaction volume and a marked shift toward services sector consolidation across multiple industries.

Elevation Construction (Sandy, UT) is tackling Utah’s housing crisis with modular tech, innovative foundations, and expandable floor plans—delivering affordable, high-quality homes while challenging traditional industry margins and outdated zoning restrictions.

Amy Larson, President of HelloEyes and Women Tech Award finalist, shares her journey from rural Utah to tech leadership—highlighting innovation, culture-building, and problem-solving over personal recognition.

LBiSat (Eagle Mountain, UT) and RoGO (Lakewood, CO) partner to deliver real-time GPS tracking and satellite connectivity, enhancing situational awareness and tactical coordination for wildland firefighters and first responders in remote, high-risk environments.