Does opportunity only reveal itself to those with fresh perspective? We honor the entrepreneurs who break the mold.

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1 Does opportunity only reveal itself to those with fresh perspective? We honor the entrepreneurs who break the mold. Entrepreneurs see things the rest of us miss. They challenge convention. If you ve been inspired by a mold-breaker or are a successful entrepreneur yourself, submit a nomination for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2018 program. Visit us online at ey.com/us/eoy for nomination materials. The entry deadline is March 9, 2018.

2 Entrepreneur Of The Year 2018 Utah Region Celebrating the Program overview Honoring world-class entrepreneurs for 32 years Entrepreneur Of The Year is the world s most prestigious business award for entrepreneurs. Recognized globally, the award honors the most outstanding entrepreneurs who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement. As the first truly global award program of its kind, Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates entrepreneurs who are building and leading successful, growing and dynamic businesses, recognizing them through regional, national and global awards in over 145 cities and 60 countries. Participation in the Entrepreneur Of The Year program puts you in touch with other high growth business builders. Because the program attracts thousands of founders and CEOs of fast growth companies, you will have a powerful opportunity to build relationships with an elite group. This program offers invaluable one on one interaction opportunities with an audience of top executives. Eligibility The nominee: Owner/manager of a private or public company who is primarily responsible for the recent performance of the company Must be in their role for at least two years The company: At least two years old for Emerging category candidates (companies two to five years old) and three years or more for all other categories Has at least $10 million in revenue Previous Entrepreneur Of The Year regional finalists and nominees are encouraged to resubmit an application to the Utah Region program. Utah Region award winners may reapply to the national program, unless they ve previously won an award at the national level. Benefits to nominee Networking with top business leaders: Fellow nominees are leaders in their industries Judges are business luminaries in the Utah region Marketing and public relations opportunities Recognition in Utah Business and with Silicon Slopes New business development opportunities Increased employee morale Enhanced professional profile Increased ability to attract top talent As an award winner, you will receive: A complimentary admission (a $3,500 value) to the invitation-only Strategic Growth Forum, one of the top gatherings of business leaders in the country where America s leading CEOs, entrepreneurs, advisors, investors and top government officials will convene Submit an application by Friday, March 9, 2018 online at 2 Entrepreneur Of The Year

3 best in business Recognizing the enterprising leaders who make the Utah Region one of the world s great centers of industry and innovation Nominee guide 2018 Utah Region 3

4 2018 Utah Region key dates Events and opportunities Nomination phase FEB-MAR Wednesday, February 21 Application Workshop EY Salt Lake City Office (optional) Friday, March 9 Application deadline Tuesday, April 3 EY announces finalists in press release Finalists may send out their own press release Wednesday, April 11 Finalist Celebration* St. Regis Deer Valley Thursday, April Finalist Onsite Interviews* Each finalist will participate in one 60 minute interview at the company headquarters. Interview led by a member of the judging panel and attended by EY and sponsor representatives. Finalist phase APR-MAY Thursday, April 26 Friday, April 27 Wednesday, May 2 Finalist Filmed interview* (finalists to choose one date) Wednesday, May 2 Finalist reception and judges interviews* Speed dating style in-person interviews with the judging panel and networking reception with fellow finalists. *Attendance required 4 Entrepreneur Of The Year

5 Notable previous award winners from the Utah Region Andrew Smith, Four Foods Group Jeremy Andrus, Traeger Pellet Grills, LLC Carine Clark, MaritzCX Award winner phase Post-gala phase Strategic Growth Forum phase JUNE JUL-OCT NOV Saturday, June 2 Award Gala The Grand America Black-tie gala where finalists will be recognized and winners will be announced. EY announces award winners in press release Award winners may send out their own press release. Follow-up meeting with EY and sponsor representatives Wednesday Sunday, November 7 11 Strategic Growth Forum and National Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards Gala Palm Springs It takes a winner to select one The Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards are judged by an independent panel composed of CEOs, venture capitalists, private equity partners and other influential business leaders in our community. Many of the judges have previously won this award and speak to the impact this award has had on their business. Criteria Entrepreneurial spirit Financial performance Strategic direction Community/global impact Innovation Personal integrity/influence Nominee guide 2018 Utah Region 5

6 Entrepreneur Of The Year 2018 Utah Region Prior winners Our judges, winners and finalists include some of the top names in Utah Region. Jonathan Coon Contacts, Inc. Tim Sullivan Ancestry.com Robert Moore Big-D Construction Corp Daniel England, Dean England, Eugene England and William England C. R. England Brandon Fugal CBC Advisors Nate Quigley and Vanessa Quigley Chatbooks Inc. John Lauck Children s Miracle Network Hospitals Case Lawrence CircusTrix Will West Control4 Charles Freedman, Jonathan Freedman, William Freedman Downeast Outfitters Jason Beardall England Logistics, Inc. Dave Bateman Entrata Kenneth Woolley Extra Space Storage Andrew Smith Four Foods Group Bob Harmon and Randy Harmon Harmons Steven Barlow, Dan Burton and Thomas Burton Health Catalyst Stephen Neeleman HealthEquity, Inc. David Elkington InsideSales.com Josh Coates Instructure William Nelson Intermountain Health Care Stephen Daly Ivanti Mike McEwan Jane.com Larry Miller Larry H. Miller Group Alan Layton Layton Construction Company Inc. Karl Sun Lucid Software Sam Malouf Malouf Carine Clark MaritzCX Fred Lampropoulou Merit Medical Blake Roney Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. Kent Murdock O.C. Tanner Company Josh James and John Pestana Omniture Timothy Ballard Operation Underground Railroad Patrick Byrne Overstock.com Jeff Burningham, Jeff Danley and Jamie Dunn Peak Capital Partners Aaron Skonnard Pluralsight William Child R.C. Willey Home Furnishings Rick Alden Skullcandy Jerry Atkin SkyWest Airlines, Inc. Stuart Utgaard Sportsman s Warehouse H. Boyer The Boyer Company Jeremy Andrus Traeger Grills LLC Myron Wentz USANA Health Sciences Mark DeYoung Vista Outdoor Inc. Mike Carter, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, Kerry Patterson and Al Switzler Vital Smarts, L.C. Todd Pedersen Vivint Robert Mendenhall Western Governors University Derek Maxfield Younique Robert Pedersen ZAGG, Inc. Harris Simmons Zions Bancorporation Be a part of the action in 2018! Learn more about the program at 6 Entrepreneur Of The Year

7 2017 Utah Region finalist businesses by the numbers Our finalists keep good company Technology Real estate, hospitality and construction Consumer products and retail Automotive and transportation Media and entertainment Health Power and utilities Banking and capital markets Social Nominee guide 2018 Utah Region 7

8 Utah Region program leadership Shawn Goff Salt Lake City Managing Partner Entrepreneur Of The Year Program Director Ernst & Young LLP Ashley Evans Entrepreneur Of The Year Program Manager Ernst & Young LLP Teresa Michel Entrepreneur Of The Year Program Coordinator Ernst & Young LLP For more information, visit or us at Join the conversation and use #EOYSLC dates to remember Friday, March 9 Wednesday, April 11 April April and May 2 Application deadline Finalist celebration Onsite interviews Filmed interviews EY Assurance Tax Transactions Advisory About EY EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. For more information about our organization, please visit ey.com. Ernst & Young LLP is a client-serving member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited operating in the US. About Entrepreneur Of The Year Entrepreneur Of The Year is the world s most prestigious business awards program for entrepreneurs. The program makes a difference through the way it encourages entrepreneurial activity among those with potential and recognizes the contribution of people who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievement. As the first and only truly global awards program of its kind, Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates those who are building and leading successful, growing and dynamic businesses, recognizing them through regional, national and global awards programs in more than 145 cities in more than 60 countries. ey.com/eoy 2017 Ernst & Young LLP. All Rights Reserved ED None. Wednesday, May 2 Saturday, June 2 Finalist Reception Awards Gala ey.com Sponsors Regionally sponsored by