Give A Sit

Persistence isn’t just a business skill—it’s a life skill. In this episode of Give a Sit, we sit down with David Gilliland, owner of Elite Entrepreneurs, to talk about what it really takes to keep going when the path isn’t clear. From working alongside his dad at a young age, to supporting his wife as they welcomed their first child, David shares how persistence showed up long before entrepreneurs...

In this episode of Give a Sit, we sit down with Heather Griffiths Barber — widely known as the Queen of Wraps — for a powerful conversation about entrepreneurship, family, and building wealth with intention. Heather shares the early days of starting Queen of Wraps alongside her brothers, what it took to grow the business, and the difficult but meaningful decision to step away during a season of li...

In this episode of Give a Sit, we sit down with Darin Harker CEO of Quirk, a company known for creating custom artwork, acoustic installations, and wall features for businesses and clients across industries. This conversation dives deep into creativity, family, trust, and what it really takes to build something meaningful. Darrin shares what it was like growing up with nine brothers—a rowdy, compe...

What does success really look like when you’re building something of your own? In this episode of Give A Sit Podcast, recorded on the mountain at Snowbird Resort, Wes sits down with Max Lundquist to talk about the real side of entrepreneurship. Max shares his journey through business, the risks he’s taken along the way, and how not every move pays off the way you expect. But sometimes those transi...

What does it take to turn an idea into a thriving business—while building a life you’re proud of? In this episode, we sit down with Alex Hill of Assetworx at Momentum Climbing to talk business, family, and the mindset that helped him get where he is today. While still in college, Alex identified an opportunity that returned $30,000 on a $56,000 in sales, over 50% profit in a single semester. He ex...

In this deeply honest and inspiring episode of *Give A Sit*, we sit down with Ian Rader to unpack the life he was once so close to reaching—and the unexpected detour that ultimately led him to something far more meaningful. Ian shares his journey of academic success, including studying in England where he was thriving and on a clear path toward a promising future. From the outside, everything look...

In this powerful, heart-centered episode, Wes sits down with entrepreneur Jared Twilley while mountain biking in the mountains — and the conversation goes deep fast. Jared opens up about growing up feeling like the “lesser sibling,” and how that shaped his drive, his humility, and his desire to prove himself. He shares the journey of building a successful business only to feel a higher calling pul...

In this episode of Give a Sit, Wes sits down with Robb from Colliers—one of the most genuine, stand-up guys in the commercial real estate world. Robb opens up about starting his career in engineering and quickly realizing it wasn’t where he fit. He needed people, connection, and the chance to actually help others make meaningful decisions. Right after getting married, he unexpectedly lost his job—...

In this episode of Give a Sit, we sit down with Greg Paul — Co-Founder of Momentum Climbing Gym, a man with an unbelievable story of grit, failure, resilience, and record-breaking achievement. Greg has explored just about every corner of entrepreneurship. From launching multiple businesses to building a successful mortgage company before the recession, he learned firsthand what it means to lead wi...

In this episode of Give A Sit, Wes sits down with Benton Blake — Partner at Rise Wealth Management, lifelong snowboard addict, and former medical helicopter pilot who spent years flying life-saving rescue missions. Benton opens up about the intense seasons of being away from home for weeks at a time, the emotional weight of medical flights, and the moment he realized he needed a path that brought...

In this episode of Give a Sit, Wes sits down with Griffin Cook of Federated Insurance for an inspiring conversation about perseverance, faith, and finding the right path. Griffin shares stories from his roots—working in the fields with his family, growing up around business owners, and the lessons that shaped his work ethic early on. He opens up about his LDS mission to the one place he asked God...

In this heartfelt episode of Give A Sit, we sit down with Kara, a successful real estate agent, devoted single mom, and founder of a growing single parents support group. Kara opens up about her journey — moving from place to place until love brought her here, where she built a beautiful life for herself and her little boy. As a single mother, she’s faced her share of adversity and challenge, but...

In this powerful episode of Give A Sit, we sit down with Prosper, author of the book Clarity. Prosper opens up about his journey growing up in the tough neighborhoods of Fort Lauderdale, Florida — a childhood marked by hardship, being kidnapped and abused, and later sent to Haiti at just six years old to protect him during his parents’ divorce. Raised by a mother who was a pastor, Prosper found bo...

In this episode of Give a Sit, we welcome Gabe Garcia, UCCU Branch Manager, Mountain West Chamber Member, and the man many know as Gabe the MC. Gabe’s story is one of opportunity, passion, and connection. What started as a one-time favor—announcing for a friend at a fitness competition—quickly turned into a spark that lit a fire in him. That moment opened the door to a whole new world, and Gabe le...

From hockey rinks to the Olympics, and from classrooms to boardrooms — Sarah Henderson’s story is one you don’t want to miss. In this episode of Give A Sit, Sarah shares how growing up playing hockey — and proving she was just as tough as the boys — led to a college hockey opportunity in Maine. Her passion for the game evolved into refereeing, opening the door for her to ref in the 1998 Olympics —...

From her childhood days growing up on a farm with her parents and siblings, to introducing cupcakes to a Utah bakery for the very first time, Marcee Gundry has lived a life full of bold decisions and new beginnings. In this episode of Give a Sit, Marcee takes us through her inspiring journey — starting her own bakery, stepping into the corporate world with JetBlue, and facing one of her toughest m...

In this episode of Give a Sit, we sit down with Robert, an inventor who has truly seen it all. From working with NASA and helping found some of their visionary software programs, to consulting with Hollywood actors on movies like Apollo 13, Robert’s career has been anything but ordinary. After moving to Park City, Utah, and building his dream home, he suddenly found himself out of work. Instead of...

Travis Stringham shares his journey from banking to building a family business, reuniting with his high school sweetheart, and why merch—not swag—is the key to building a brand people remember. In this episode of Give a Sit, we sit down with Travis Stringham to talk about life, business, and why the little things matter most. Travis opens up about reuniting with his wife after being high school sw...

Episode with Jaxon Cummings – Your Life LegacyOn the back of a boat after some wake surfing, we sit down with Jaxon, the founder of Your Life Legacy, to dive into the “why” behind what he does—and the deeply personal story that sparked it. Jaxon opens up about losing his father and the opportunity he missed to capture his story on video. That moment became the foundation for Your Life Legacy: help...

In this episode of Give a Sit, we hit the golf course with Garrett Blood — founder of Kajae, father of six, and someone who leads with both heart and strategy. 🏌️‍♂️Garrett opens up about his journey — from serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to building a business that started from a moment of deep empathy. After overhearing an employee say they couldn’t make a p...

In this inspiring episode of Give a Sit, we head outdoors with Craig Creekmore—business owner, family man, and someone who's learned to weather life’s biggest storms. Craig opens up about his journey from inheriting a family business at just 20 years old—purchased for only $1 from his dad—to facing bankruptcy and having to start over from scratch. He shares how those challenges shaped him into...

In this episode of Give a Sit, we head up into the mountains for snowmobiling, fresh air, and a first-time ride with our guest, Spencer Lowe. From his early days in the Philippines—leaving after a volcanic eruption—to learning financial principles from his dad, Spencer shares how his upbringing shaped his mindset. He talks about the moment he was handed a lawn mower and the opportunity to earn his...

Give a Sit Podcast | Snowmobiling & Business Lessons with Jared Rasmussen of Brownies Lock & Key In this episode of Give a Sit, we take the podcast to the snow-covered peaks of the Uintah Mountains, where we ride snowmobiles, network, and dive into the inspiring journey of Jared Rasmussen, owner of Brownies Lock & Key. Jared shares the pivotal moment that led him to start his own busin...

Snowmobiling & Success with Matt Kirtchner | Give a Sit Podcast In this episode of Give a Sit, we hit the snow-covered trails of the Uintah Mountains with Matt Kirtchner—a former baseball player, fitness coach, business owner, husband, and all-around powerhouse. Matt shares his journey of perseverance, adapting to life’s challenges, and continuously building, no matter what comes his way. We d...

In this episode of *Give a Sit*, we sit down with Emi from Escoriales, Chile, to talk about his incredible year-round pursuit of winter. Emi and his family—his wife and two sons—spend the North American winter skiing and snowmobiling here, then head back to Chile in August to kick off the winter season there. Emi shares how he turned his passion for snow into a business, launching a **snowmobiling...