Universal Media

As the original architects of mall advertising, Universal Media has been at the forefront of place-based retail media for over 40 years. Our legacy is one of consistent innovation and a persistent drive to redefine industry norms. We don't just use spaces, we transform them - from shopping malls and lifestyle centers, to restaurants, offices, and beyond, turning everyday locations into dynamic advertising platforms. Let's define the possibilities of OOH media together!

Senior Vice President

The Media Dinner Club

Chapter Lead

W Collective Co.

What started out as the first hub for female entrepreneurs and executives in Utah in 2019, has turned in to a mission to elevate the representation of women in entrepreneurship and venture capital through events, community, and content. 

Key responsibilities include:
• Concepted, developed, and launched the first hub for women entrepreneurs and executives in Utah, contributing to the entrepreneurial and venture ecosystem in the region.
• Oversaw the 2022 relaunch of W Collective with a refined mission and scope, cultivating a broad professional network within the venture capital and startup ecosystem, including top VCs, entrepreneurs, and business executives.
• To date, produced 18 corporate events, partnered with over 50 companies including CIBC, Hunt Club and Kickstart Fund, engaging with over 3,000 attendees in 2 markets.
• Responsible for sponsorship revenue, strategic partnerships, business development, producing high-quality corporate events, PR, marketing, managing social media channels, and building community.

Founder

Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute

The Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute is a nationally ranked hub for student entrepreneurship and innovation at the University of Utah and an interdisciplinary division of the David Eccles School of Business. The institute provides opportunities for thousands of students to learn about entrepreneurship and innovation. Programs include workshops, networking events, business-plan competitions, startup support, innovation programs, graduate seminars, scholarships, community outreach and more.

I've been a startup mentor and judge for their Utah Entrepreneurship Challenge program since 2019.

Startup Mentor & Judge

40 Over 40 

Our mission statement: Representation Matters. It matters in age, race, skill, experience, opinion and thought. We want to acknowledge and celebrate women in their 40s, 50s, 60s, & beyond! We want to be inspired by women taking chances, changing lives and making an impact later in life. We envision a growing community of women over 40, celebrated for their distinct accomplishments, and success stories.

Concepted, developed, and launched Utah's 40 Women OVER 40. For more information, check out https://utah40over40.com/.

OG Founder

PandoLabs

PandoLabs is Park City’s entrepreneurial community. It is an invite-only network of the most active and engaged entrepreneurs, capital providers, and service providers in Utah. 

As a Founding Member of PandoLabs, I actively contribute to the growth and vibrancy of the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Key responsibilities include:
• Investing in Park City's entrepreneurial community.
• Promoting growth and collaboration through networking events and workshops.
* Sharing my expertise and addressing challenges within the community.

Founding Member

SEARCH Group Partners, Inc.

Search Group Partners (SGP) is a premier boutique recruiting firm that offers professional talent acquisition and consulting services. Based in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, UT, they provide both local and nation-wide searches. 

At Search Group Partners, I managed all aspects of business development, sales, client relations, and marketing. My responsibilities ranged from redesigning the company website and social media strategy to developing business plans to grow revenue and acquire new business.

Key achievements include:
• Created and implemented a strategic business plan that generated over $500k in expansion revenue and acquire new clients including, Instructure, Silicon Valley Bank, and Mountain America Credit Union, among others.
• Worked directly with the Founder to strategize sales, business development, and marketing initiatives.

Head Of Business Development

#GetHired Summit

When the pandemic hit in March of 2020, a group of passionate and concerned individuals came together with a mission to flatten the unemployment curve! In less than a month, we created an online virtual job summit featuring prominent keynote speakers, virtual information sessions, online recruiter Q&As, a virtual concert, and unmatched job search resources. The summit was held on April 29th & 30th, 2020.

I co-founded the #Gethired Summit along with three partners. I created the name for the summit and was one of the main organizers in charge of sponsorship revenue, keynote and breakout session logistics, creating and managing the event agenda, and moderating two keynote and several breakout sessions. 

Key highlights include:
• Attracting 5,000+ attendees.
• Organizing and managing 8 keynote and 32 breakout sessions.
• Securing 40+ sponsors.
• Coordinating a virtual after-party with DJ Joune.

Co-Founder, Organizer

Kiln. SLC

Kiln is a coworking community that inspires, connects, and accelerates growth. Kiln provides flexible monthly memberships with access to a dynamic office environment for individuals, teams, and companies. Kiln fosters energy, creativity, and passionate people who work with purpose. Kiln works to increase the growth rates of its member companies through a network of resources and programs enabling access to insight, capital, and talent.

As the Director of Operations & Community at Kiln SLC, I was responsible for the daily operations of a 32,000 square foot facility with over 250 members. My role encompassed everything from financial management and facility maintenance to member experience and event management.

Key responsibilities included:
• Managing P&L, accounts payable and receivable, and budgets.
• Ensuring optimal member experience, managing membership sales, and reducing churn.
• Overseeing property management and facilities maintenance, including security.
• Leading the Community Management team with two direct reports.
• Assisted in the site build-out and launch event, that hosted 1000 attendees, including top Venture Capitalists and company CEOs, which achieved 60% occupancy within the first six months.
• Collaborating directly with the CEO and COO on sales strategies, membership growth, and business development initiatives.

Director of Operations & Community

Impact Hub Salt Lake

Impact Hub is the world's largest network focused on building entrepreneurial communities for impact at scale - home to the innovators, dreamers and entrepreneurs who are creating tangible solutions to the world’s most pressing issues. There are over 100 Impact Hubs in 50 countries and 5 continents, with over 16,000 members worldwide.

At Impact Hub Salt Lake, I managed day-to-day operations for a 20,000 square foot facility with over 200 members across three floors. My responsibilities spanned finance, facilities management, membership sales, business development, and team management.

Key responsibilities included:
• Finance management: Handled accounts payable and receivable, P&L, pro forma, and budgeting.
• Membership management: Oversaw membership sales, growth, churn, and overall member experience.
• Relationship Management: Managed relationships with members, clients, executives, entrepreneurs, and vendors.
• Facilities Management: Handled property management, space and systems management, including internet, power, security, and building systems.
• Host Team Management: Managed the head host, volunteer host staff, and upheld front of house exceptional customer service.

Key achievements during my tenure include:
• Increasing revenue by 60%.
• Restructuring several business aspects, including membership agreements, accounting, host volunteer program, and financial reporting.
• Negotiating an exclusive sponsorship with Slack for Q4 of 2017.
• Assisting in the relocation and growth of the Carta team from the Bay Area.
• Maintaining 98% occupancy.
• Creating and producing the Women's Week event series, which elevated the Impact Hub brand in the SLC market.
• Winning "Best Office Workspace" in City Weekly's Best of Utah 2018.

Director of Operations & Business Development

⭐️ Championing Women in Entrepreneurship & Venture Capital through events, content & community | Startup Mentor | Strategic Partnerships | Community Builder

I am passionate about helping brands amplify their presence and connect with their audience through innovative out-of-home (OOH) and digital out-of-home (DOOH) media solutions. As the Senior Vice President at Universal Media, I bring strategic vision and over a decade of experience in sales and business development to high-impact advertising networks in lifestyle centers and niche markets.

Beyond OOH, I am a sought-after speaker on topics including women in business, workplace representation, and business growth. With experience addressing diverse audiences—from corporate teams to entrepreneurial communities—I inspire action and collaboration to drive meaningful change in leadership and inclusion.

As founder of W Collective and the original founder of Utah's 40 Over 40, I am committed to recognizing and elevating the voices of accomplished women. My entrepreneurial journey also includes consulting and strategic partnerships, helping startups and established companies build their brands, grow their impact, and connect authentically with their audiences.

If you're looking to:
✨ Explore impactful OOH/DOOH advertising strategies
✨ Book a dynamic keynote speaker on leadership, representation, or business growth
✨ Collaborate on innovative projects

Let’s connect!

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