Speakers
Sector Leaders Driving Innovation
Sarah Hirshland
CEO, U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee
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Sarah Hirshland has served as CEO of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee since August 2018, leading efforts to empower Team USA athletes and represent the U.S. within the global Olympic and Paralympic movements. She also serves on the IOC Olympic Programme Commission and leads marketing efforts for Panam Sports.
Previously, she was chief commercial officer at the USGA, overseeing global media, partnerships, marketing, and technology. Earlier in her career, she held leadership roles at Wasserman Media Group, OnSport, and Total Sports, helping top brands shape sports marketing strategies.
A graduate of Duke University, Sarah lives in Colorado Springs with her husband, three children, and two grandchildren.
Governor Spencer Cox
Governor of Utah
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Spencer Cox is the current 18th Governor of Utah, having assumed office in 2021. He is a member of the Republican Party and previously served as the state's Lieutenant Governor from 2013 to 2021. Before his statewide roles, Cox was involved in local politics in Fairview, Utah, serving on the city council and as mayor, as well as a Sanpete County Commissioner. He was born on July 11, 1975.
Delian Asparouhov
Co-founder & President, Varda Space
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Delian is Co-founder and President of Varda Space Industries, which is building the world’s first space factories. He is also a Partner at Founders Fund. Before joining Founders Fund, he was a principal at Khosla Ventures, head of growth at Teespring, and founder of a healthcare company called Nightingale. Delian is Bulgarian, attended MIT, and likes to ski and play soccer.
Alan Estevez
Former Principal Deputy Under Secretary of Defense
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Alan Estevez was confirmed by the Senate in 2013 as the Principal Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics. In this role, he led strategies to improve warfighting capabilities, acquisition, logistics, research, and the defense industrial base.
Previously, he served as Assistant Secretary of Defense for Logistics and Materiel Readiness, managing over $170 billion in logistics operations—the first career official to hold the role. His career includes decades of service across the Office of the Secretary of Defense and other key defense agencies.
He holds numerous prestigious awards and earned degrees from Rutgers University and the National Defense University.
Wendy Williams
VP & GM, Launch & Missile Defense Systems, Northrop Grumman
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Wendy Williams is vice president and general manager of Launch and Missile Defense Systems at Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems sector. She oversees programs supporting national security and space exploration, including NASA’s Space Launch System boosters, Antares, Trident II (D5), and the Next Generation Interceptor.
With over 30 years at the company, Williams previously led Propulsion Systems and held key leadership roles across aerospace structures, strategy, and business integration. She serves on the boards of United Way of Salt Lake City and the Coalition for Deep Space Exploration and is a former VP of Women in Aerospace.
Northrop Grumman is a global aerospace and defense leader advancing innovation in space, defense, and human exploration.
Greg Levesque
CEO & Co-Founder, Strider
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Greg Levesque is the CEO and Co-Founder of Strider, charting and executing the company’s strategic vision. As a leading expert on economic statecraft, Greg has testified before the U.S. – China Security and Economic Review Commission and has worked actively with U.S. and European Governments and Fortune 500 companies to identify, assess, and respond to the risks of nation-state sponsored commercial activity. Greg has worked with the National Security Council, Department of Defense, and U.S. Trade Representative’s Office on issues of economic statecraft grand strategy and countering of foreign interference in commercial activity.
Prior to founding Strider, Greg co-founded Pointe Bello, a strategic intelligence firm. He also previously led the China Services team at Crumpton Group and served as Business Advisory Manager at the U.S.-China Business Council.
Greg holds a M.A. in Security Studies from Georgetown University and a B.S. in Economics from Utah State University. He is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.
Brad Wilson
Board Chair of 47g and CEO of Salt Lake City-Utah 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Games
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A highly respected business leader and elected official, Utah native Brad Wilson served in the state legislature beginning in 2011 and was elected speaker in 2019. He left his legislative role in 2023 and was named CEO of Salt Lake City-Utah 2034 in February 2025. With a degree in business from Utah’s Weber State University, he started his career in finance but moved into a successful real estate development and home building career. In the legislature, he focused on the business strength of Utah, as well as championing efforts to protect Utah’s natural infrastructure by preserving the Great Salt Lake. He and wife Jeni have raised three children, spending family time exploring Utah’s mountains.
Nate Walkingshaw
CEO & Founder, Torus
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Nate Walkingshaw is an accomplished entrepreneur and leader in the local passenger transportation and energy sectors, currently serving as the CEO and Founder of Torus. With a robust background in agile methodologies, business development, and product management, he has successfully led multiple organizations to growth and innovation. Nate's career includes notable positions such as Chief Experience Officer at Pluralsight and Board Member roles at various organizations, showcasing his commitment to mentorship and strategic leadership. He is recognized for his contributions to technology and product design, having invented significant medical devices that have transformed emergency medical services. Nate's passion for social impact and innovation drives his professional endeavors and community involvement. He has received numerous accolades, including being named one of Utah's '40 Under 40' and a 'Top 100 Product Leader'. His diverse expertise spans from engineering to marketing, making him a versatile leader in his field.
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