Utah Women & Leadership Project

This has not been an open invitation until now, and we only have about 50 spots left. I have designed this interactive, research‑grounded workshop for Utahn's who are passionate around ensuring that more Utah girls, women, and families truly thrive. I am a certified Gallup Strengths coach, and this workshop helps attendees understand their top talent themes and learn how to intentionally apply them within A Bolder Way Forward, other leadership roles, and everyday life. You can RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/eFyn7fJ8 Participants should complete the StrengthsFinder 2.0 Assessment prior to attending and bring their results to fully engage in the experience (more details at the link above). Your strengths matter to Utah’s future—grab one of the final seats and learn how to put them to work! Utah Women & Leadership Project, Utah State University Extension, #UtahWomenAndLeadership, #UWLP, #UWLPResearch

Are you a mom who owns a business and want to grow? Crystalee Beck, an award-winning entrepreneur and mother of four based in Utah, is writing a book to help mothers reach the $1 million revenue mark in their businesses. As part of her research, she's looking for your input on what you most need to know. https://lnkd.in/g6nbjj_g

Curious why Utah has such a strong culture of women entrepreneurs? Our latest research explores the factors shaping women’s entrepreneurial experiences in Utah, including why many choose entrepreneurship and the barriers they still face. From funding gaps and limited access to mentorship to legitimacy challenges and childcare, these findings offer a deeper look at the realities shaping women’s entrepreneurship across the state. Read the full article to learn more.

New Episode!! In this episode, we discuss two elements of a recently released white paper titled “Women, Finance, & Education 2025 Utahns’ Awareness, Understanding, and Attitudes.” The two we’ll be talking about today will be Higher Education Attainment and K-12 Initiatives. Based on an 83-item survey conducted in October and November of 2025, this study collected data from more than 5,200 Utahns across both representative and convenience samples. This marks the third consecutive year of data collection, allowing us to examine how perceptions and experiences have shifted since the 2023 and 2024 surveys. This episode discusses key findings from Higher Education Attainment and K-12 Initiatives to better understand the challenges, trends, and opportunities shaping the lives of Utah women and girls today. Dr. Susan R. Madsen, an Extension Professor of Leadership at Utah State University and the Founding Director of the UWLP and A Bolder Way Forward, is joined by two guests. First, Eric Dahlin, professor in the Department of Sociology at BYU and a Bolder Way Forward advisor for the Higher Education Attainment spoke. Also joining us is Mindy L. Layton, Ed.D., a fourth-generation Utah educator who currently serves as a Multilingual Learner Academic Coach at Granite School District. She serves as a spoke advisor for A Bolder Way Forward’s K–12 Initiatives spoke. Listen now here: https://lnkd.in/gCkqqqSb #UWLP #NewEpisode #UtahWomen #Podcast

New Episode!! In this episode, we discuss a recently released white paper titled “Women’s Safety & Security 2025: Utahns’ Awareness, Understanding, and Attitudes,” specifically focusing on poverty, homelessness, and domestic violence. Based on an 83-item survey conducted in October and November of 2025, this study collected data from more than 5,200 Utahns across both representative and convenience samples. This marks the third consecutive year of data collection, allowing us to examine how perceptions and experiences have shifted since the 2023 and 2024 surveys. In this episode, we walk through key findings to better understand the challenges, trends, and opportunities shaping the lives of Utah women and girls today. Dr. Susan R. Madsen, an Extension Professor of Leadership at Utah State University and the Founding Director of the UWLP and A Bolder Way Forward, is joined by two guests. First, Elizabeth Garbe, Vice President of Public Policy at United Way of Salt Lake, an organization that mobilizes people and resources to improve basic needs and education outcomes for Utah children and families. Second, Erin Jemison, Director of Public Policy at the Utah Domestic Violence Coalition. Erin is deeply committed to using her opportunities to make systems work better for everyone. Listen now here: https://lnkd.in/gfKWDgr8 #UWLP #UWLPPodcast #NewEpisode #UtahWomen

Come connect, reflect, and grow with us. Key4Women and Saprea are hosting a unique networking event on May 13 designed to spark meaningful relationships and celebrate the beauty of resilience through a Kintsugi Bowl experience. 🟡 Guided networking 🟡 Hands-on reflection activity 🟡 Lunch provided Register today before it fills up: https://lnkd.in/gG7R-wDk Susan R. Madsen #UWLP #UtahWomen #Event #Utah

Join us in building a better Utah for breastfeeding parents. Your experience matters. Whether it’s been easy or challenging. Share your feedback and help create real change. It only takes 10 minutes! Use this link to take the survey: https://lnkd.in/gFyenV_z Susan R. Madsen #UWLP #UWLPUtah #UtahWomen #UtahParents

Gather with friends, family, or co-workers to learn and grow together! Exploring Your Purpose: Talents, Callings, and Influence | Utah Women & Leadership Project | USU: https://lnkd.in/gnHh6Jbn Hear from participants who found the series engaging, valuable for meaningful discussion, and impactful for both personal and professional growth. Susan R. Madsen #UWLP #UtahWomen #ExploringYourPurpose #Utah

New Episode!! In this episode, we discuss our white paper titled “Utah Women in the Workplace: Entrepreneurship, Workforce Development, STEM Fields, and Leadership Development,” specifically two elements of the report: STEM Fields and Leadership Development. Based on an 83-item survey conducted from October 1 through November 19, 2025, the study includes insights from more than 5,200 Utahns across both representative and convenience samples. This marks the third consecutive year of data collection, allowing us to examine how perceptions and experiences have shifted since the 2023 and 2024 surveys. We walk through key findings from the two sections mentioned to better understand the challenges, trends, and opportunities shaping the lives of Utah women and girls today. Dr. Susan R. Madsen, an Extension Professor of Leadership at Utah State University and the Founding Director of the UWLP and A Bolder Way Forward, is joined by two A Bolder Way Forward advisors. First, Cydni Tetro, Co-Founder and President of Women Tech Council, and A Bolder Way Forward’s STEM Spoke Advisor. Second, Shirlayne Quayle, CEO of PowerLane, Co-Founder of the Women’s Influence Network, and A Bolder Way Forward’s Leadership Development Spoke Advisor. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/g6KZcwyc #UWLP #NewEpisode #UWLPPodcast #Podcast