Silicon Slopes CEO Clint Betts reflects on 10 years of building Utah’s tech ecosystem — and what comes next.

In a wide-ranging conversation with Utah Business Executive Editor Catherine Bennett, Betts discusses the evolution of Silicon Slopes, the future of Summit, the launch of Startup School and why he believes entrepreneurship should be accessible to the “99%,” not just venture-backed founders.

He also shares candid thoughts on mental health, founder identity, AI’s rapid transformation of the workplace and the tension between growth and community in Utah’s business landscape.

From policy and venture capital to family and leadership, Betts offers a grounded perspective on what matters most, and why success should never define self-worth.

Founder Friday is a free monthly Utah Business event where founders share the real stories behind building companies — the risks, setbacks and lessons that shaped their success.

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