Happy Grateful Blessed with Tami Tran

Chloe Bennett - High School Senior and Intern

Get to know Chloe. She's ambitious, smart, hardworking and excited to learn about local government. 

Beth Holbrook: UTA Trustee, Former ULCT President and Bountiful Ciy Council Member

Representing Davis, Weber & Box Elder Counties
boardoftrustees@rideuta.com

Trustee Holbrook brings a wealth of experience to UTA. She began her career in the financial sector, established a real estate firm, and went back into the financial sector working in business development. Trustee Holbrook would go on to work with the Public Sector for a private company. Trustee Holbrook was first elected to the Bountiful City Council in 2007 and has served on several boards including the Bountiful Power Commission, Planning Commission and the Utility Facility Review Board with the Public Service Commission. She is a former President of the Utah League of Cities and Towns.

Since being appointed to the UTA Board of Trustees, Trustee Holbrook has worked to increase community engagement throughout Davis, Weber, and Box Elder Counties. Service on other local boards and committees include the Commission on Affordable Housing, the Utah Association of Special Districts (UASD), EDCUtah, Envision Utah, Chair of the Olene Walker Housing Fund, and Chair of the Utah Urban Land Institute (ULI). She also works with APTA - the American Public Transit Association, as a Transit Board Member in addition to Chair of the Transit Board Member’s Legislative Sub-Committee.

Jayden Laursen: Mental Health & Wellness, Politics and Leadership

Jayden recently graduated from High School. He's a natural born leader and an exceptional example to all those who know him. He loves politics, public speaking and uses his life to share his experiences and his journey. 

Amanda Covington: Leadership, Courage and Saying YES!

Amanda Covington, a respected Kaysville resident and friend, is an influential figure in leadership and service. Since moving to Kaysville City in 2009, with a brief interval in Washington, D.C., from 2012 to 2015, Amanda has made significant contributions to corporate communications and government relations.

Currently, she serves as the Chief Communications & Government Relations Officer for the Larry H. Miller Group of Companies. Prior to this role, Amanda was the Senior Vice President of Communications and Government Relations at Vista Outdoor Inc. She brings over 20 years of expertise in leading strategies for financial communications, crisis management, media relations, corporate branding, digital media, employee relations, public policy, and community engagement.

Amanda’s extensive career includes roles as Vice President of Corporate Communications for ATK, an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company, and Assistant Commissioner for Public Affairs at the Utah System of Higher Education. In this position, she managed communications and legislative relations for the State Board of Regents. She also served as the Deputy for Communications and spokesperson for Utah Governor Olene S. Walker, and as the Director of Communications for the Utah Department of Transportation. Her background in broadcast journalism includes work with Utah’s NBC and ABC affiliates.

In addition to her professional achievements, Amanda is actively involved in several boards and advisory positions. She serves as a trustee and board member for the Walker Institute of Politics and Public Service at Weber State University, is an advisory board member for the Utah Women’s Leadership Institute, and is a member of the University of Utah College of Social and Behavioral Science Advancement Board. She also serves on the board of the Utah chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors.

Amanda earned an Honors bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Utah. In her free time, she enjoys wake surfing, snow skiing, and traveling with her husband and two sons.

 

 

 

 

 

KiHo Kang: Founder & CEO of Kihomac Military Aquisitions

KiHo is a visionary. In this episode get to know KiHo - his journey to greatness began as a child  living on the South Korean border by the DMV. He talks about those who mentored and inspired him. He shares his journey into the world of aerospace and defense as he's now considered one of top experts in reverse manufacturing with a reputation of excellence that exceeds even his greatest expectations. Kiho and I have been friends almost 15 years as we began our professional careers within years apart.  He's a man to be admired, studied and esteemed as we learn about the power house he's created that has revolutionized this industry. If you want to learn the key's to succes in the world of aerospace....listen in to KiHo Kang.

Dave Noriega: KSL NewsRadio, DHS graduate & All Things Kaysville City

Everyone knows Dave Noriega from KSL's Dave and Dujanovic Show... but does everyone know that Dave was born and raised in Kaysville?  In this episode, Dave shares his tips for on camera interviews, experiences as a reporter, and his Kaysville City memories.  

Trevor Lee: House District 16

Welcome to today's episode of Happy, Grateful, Blessed! I'm your host, Tami Tran, my guest today is someone who is known to be controversial with perspectives that can be considered polarizing by some at times. He's opinionated, he's conservative, he's loud, and he's not afraid to speak his mind. Most importantly Trevor is optimistic about the future we choose to create.  Representing Utah's House District 16, please welcome the one and only Representative Trevor Lee!

El Cenote Taco Truck: Travis and Liz Steed

El CEnote!!   A  family-owned and operated food truck. The food is made fresh each day with great attention to detail and flavor. With a combination of Mexican and Argentine flavors, El Cenote strives to be the best in each and every dish so that our customers know that they are paying for quality.

A Kaysville Favorite....Stop by the Taco Truck located in the Smiths Grocery Store Parking Lot in West Kaysville.

 

Floyd Mori: Economist, Politician, Leader Asian Americans (APAICS)

S. Floyd Mori is a prominent American businessman, educator, and community leader known for his extensive contributions to the fields of civil rights, education, and public service. Born in Utah to Japanese American parents, Mori's early life was shaped by his heritage and the experiences of his family during World War II, particularly the internment of Japanese Americans.

Mori pursued higher education with vigor, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Asian Studies from Brigham Young University, followed by a Master’s degree in Economics and Political Science from the same institution. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his future endeavors in both the public and private sectors.

Mori’s career began in education, where he worked as a high school teacher and later as an adjunct professor. His passion for teaching and community service soon led him to politics. He served as a city councilman and mayor in Pleasanton, California, where he was instrumental in promoting civic engagement and fostering community development.

In the realm of civil rights, Mori made significant strides as the National Executive Director of the Japanese American Citizens League (JACL), the oldest and largest Asian American civil rights organization in the United States. Under his leadership, the JACL championed numerous initiatives aimed at securing justice and equality for Japanese Americans and other minority communities. His efforts in advocating for redress and reparations for Japanese Americans interned during World War II were particularly noteworthy.

Mori also held a pivotal role in the business community, working with various corporations and organizations to promote diversity and inclusion. His work with the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) as President and CEO further underscored his commitment to empowering Asian American and Pacific Islander communities through leadership training and political participation.

Throughout his illustrious career, S. Floyd Mori has received numerous accolades and awards, reflecting his unwavering dedication to public service, civil rights, and education. His legacy continues to inspire future generations to pursue justice, equality, and community involvement.

Abby Leete Massage Therapy

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