2025 Business Innovation Summit

With over 80 years of experience, The Buckner Company provides the strong relationships and customer service of a hometown agency, with the strength of a large insurance brokerage. Buckner is a privately-owned firm that has offices across the Western USA, with teams in Utah, Idaho and Colorado. We provide insurance services to clients across the nation, ensuring the best rates and the best services to our valued clients.

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Our innovation summit serves as a platform for exchanging ideas, sharing valuable insights, and exploring cutting-edge strategies.

Mountain America Exposition Center

Our Business Innovation Summit is a collaborative event that brings together the brightest minds in Utah business. Designed to inspire and empower participants, this summit serves as a platform for exchanging ideas, sharing valuable insights, and exploring cutting-edge strategies to drive business innovation and transformation. Our sessions feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities.Summit attendees will enjoy a special movie night experience with tickets for Jurassic World Rebirth on July 15th, including guest passes.Thank you to our event sponsors: Mountain America Credit Union, WCF Insurance, National Flood and Fire Network, CRC Group, BBSI, and EMC Insurance Companies.

Agenda

 Check-In & Client Registration

As the digital revolution accelerates, executive leaders are navigating the dual pressures of adopting artificial intelligence (AI) to remain competitive while managing the operational and cultural risks that come with it. This session will explore how executives and business leaders can embrace AI innovation, particularly in the context of cybersecurity, without compromising organizational stability, employee trust, or long-term resilience.

Innovation | Leading Through AI: How to Drive Innovation While Managing Risk 

With over 500 acquisitions in the last decade, BroadStreet Partners has become a case study in scaling through strategic partnerships. In this session, executives will gain a rare insider perspective on how to develop an M&A strategy, prepare for exit opportunities, and navigate the evolving private equity landscape. Whether you're acquiring, merging, or planning your legacy, this session will provide actionable insights to help you navigate growth.

Strategy | Strategic Growth Through Acquisition and Private Equity

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, effective leadership extends beyond skills—it demands strategic clarity, authentic presence, and a mindset built for influence. This fireside chat pulls back the curtain on the leadership philosophies and practices that top executives rely on to navigate complexity and drive meaningful results.
Join a candid conversation with seasoned leaders who will share their firsthand experiences, critical turning points, and the leadership habits that have shaped their success. From making high-stakes decisions to cultivating trust at every level, you’ll gain actionable insights on how to build strategic influence, lead through uncertainty, and operate with purposeful clarity in the boardroom and beyond.

Leadership | Built to Lead: Habits of High-Impact Executives

Utah’s construction industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by population growth, technology advancements, and shifting economic forces. This session brings together industry leaders to share insights on the dynamic changes shaping construction in our state and how innovative approaches are transforming the way projects are designed, built, and delivered.
Explore the latest trends impacting construction, from sustainable building practices and digital tools to workforce challenges and regulatory shifts. Hear firsthand from experts who are navigating the complexities of Utah’s unique market, balancing growth demands with quality, efficiency, and community impact.

Innovation | Building Utah: Innovations in Construction

In an era of rapid change and complexity, having a bold vision is just the beginning. The real challenge lies in translating that vision into clear, actionable strategies that deliver measurable results. This session will bridge the gap between ambition and execution, sharing how they bring focus, alignment, and discipline to their organizations.
Gain insights on the critical role strategic clarity plays in decision-making, resource allocation, and driving performance across teams. Through candid discussions and real-world examples, you’ll learn how to craft strategies that resonate at every level, overcome obstacles, and accelerate progress toward your organization’s goals.


Strategy | Strategic Clarity: Turning Vision into Results

Effective leadership isn’t just about today’s success—it’s about preparing the organization for tomorrow. Succession planning is a critical but often overlooked discipline that ensures continuity, stability, and long-term growth. This session brings together experienced leaders who have navigated the complexities of building succession plans that work—sharing hard-earned lessons, best practices, and real-world strategies.
Discover how thoughtful succession planning strengthens leadership pipelines, mitigates risk, and aligns talent development with organizational goals. Through candid stories and practical insights, learn what it takes to identify, develop, and retain future leaders who can drive sustained success.

Leadership | Lessons Learned about Building a Succession Plan

Join us for an insightful keynote presentation from Utah’s leading state economist, Natalie Gochnour, who will provide a comprehensive overview of the current economic landscape. This session will delve into key trends shaping Utah’s economy, including growth drivers, emerging challenges, and the outlook for businesses and communities across the state.
Attendees will gain valuable context on factors such as employment, housing, inflation, and industry shifts, helping leaders make informed strategic decisions in an ever-changing environment. Whether you’re a business executive, policymaker, or community leader, this keynote will equip you with the economic insights needed to navigate opportunities and risks in Utah’s dynamic marketplace.


Summit Keynote | State of the Economy

Don't forget to grab your movie tickets! Only available to those who attend the Summit. 

Lunch & Networking

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