Kiln Startup Showcase Accepted Applicants

Press Release: Kiln Announces Expansion in Utah

Lehi, Utah — Kiln is excited to announce an industry leading 30,000 square foot addition to its tech-focused shared workspace community in Lehi, Utah. Their international team is carefully crafting the expansion to be optimal for teams up to 50 to move in, brand up, and grow. Due to open spring 2020, the addition will increase the capacity of its Lehi community to house more than 1,000 professionals -- all in an effort to best support the fast-growing tech ecosystem of Silicon Slopes.Since launching its beta location May 2018 in Lehi, and subsequently a location downtown Salt Lake City at The Gateway, Kiln has been working as stewards of the early-stage tech ecosystem in Utah. Early-stage tech household names like Tiled, Wooly, Seek, and Storj have chosen to grow their teams within Kiln’s communities. Kiln is incredibly proud to call Utah its first home. “The amount of opportunity here is not easily matched, but most importantly it will always be the place Kiln started. In the months and years to come, Kiln will have some incredibly exciting plans to share with you all” shares Arian Lewis, CEO and Founder of Kiln. Workspace may never be the same.About: Kiln is a tech-focused shared workspace community meticulously designed to help individuals and teams elevate their craft. By combining years of industry experience and best practices from all over the world, Kiln creates the optimal environment to help companies grow. Book a tour of one its locations at kiln.co/. Inquiries: [email protected]

Dec 11

Showcase Your Startup at Silicon Slopes Tech Summit 2020!

We have some exciting news to share this morning! For this year's Silicon Slopes Tech Summit, Kiln wants to share its Title Sponsorship with up to 40 of Utah's most impressive startups by providing a platform (literal and metaphorical) for them to be showcased. Each stage will be constructed in the main corridor of the Salt Palace, where the selected startups will given the mic and stage to tell the more than 20,000 attendees what they are all about, this is a game changer! Don't miss these datesApplications open: December 9th (Today)Applications close: January 10thSelections announced: January 17thSilicon Slopes Tech Summit: January 30th and 31st Apply by filling out this form and following the instructions contained therein. For a startup to qualify, it needs to have 50 employees or less and be headquartered in Utah. A small selection committee will review all applications. We couldn't be more excited to share the stage with you.

Dec 09 — Startups

Everyone Has Something to Give

Everyone has something to give. This Holiday season we want to focus on serving and helping those around us by showing up, smiling, and serving. What better way to do this than to start by participating in Giving Tuesday? Join us in doing good by choosing at least one way to help your family, friends, company, or community.Here are some ideas...Join Silicon Slopes in their efforts- partnering with Feeding Children Everywhere to provide 1,000,000 meals to hungry kids in needhttps://www.slopesserves.comServe at a local Soup KitchenPass out blankets to the homelessDonate to the Salvation Armyhttps://saltlakecity.salvationarmy.orgPay for a person’s food next time you go out to eatMake cookies for a neighborMake a company angel tree (Select an Angel from any Angel Tree located at: Cyprus Credit Union, Burt Brothers, Intermountain Harley Davidson, or Smith's Marketplace)Coordinate a Secret Santa with your coworkersBring coffee to your team's morning meetingSmile at a strangerTell a loved one why you are grateful for them

Dec 02 — Community

CNBC's Upstart 100 Featuring Polis Inc.

Polis, a software company that is building technology to empower a nationwide, distributed salesforce, announced today that it has been named to CNBC’s Upstart 100, a list that highlights disruptive startups that are growing rapidly due to innovative products and services.Polis builds software for groups that do offline sales. Their software is powered by a one-of-a-kind offline dataset that recommends sales scripts and targeting based on previous offline interactions. Sales managers use the Polis backend system to look at maps, decide who to talk to and choose sales scripts for their teams. Sales representatives use the Polis mobile apps to understand where to go, who to talk to and what to say. Sales managers then monitor analytics that come back in and hone their team’s messaging similar to Google Ads. Polis’ data and software learn from each interaction and hone in on ideal customers for their clients.Offline sales is a traditional industry that declined in the early 2000s with the rise of digital marketing. In the last few years, it has become increasingly effective especially as the cost of acquisition for online marketing has increased. Polis’ software is powered by a data feedback loop that makes sales reps 5-10 times more effective at closing sales. Polis is PPC for offline sales - it takes data and lets organizations target who they should talk to and what they should say. Similar to how groups hone their messaging online, Polis is the solution for highly scalable offline marketing.“We are honored and excited to have been named to the CNBC Upstart 100 list. Polis has grown 500% in revenue in the last year and we have doubled our headcount so it’s great to be recognized for all our hard work,” said Kendall Hope Tucker, Founder & CEO of Polis. “Growing fast is challenging, so 100% of this honor should be attributed to my team. They are all A+ players who go out of their way to recruit other A+ players. I am very lucky to be surrounded by such great people.”The Upstart 100 honor adds to the company’s significant momentum this year. Earlier in the year, Polis closed $2.5 million seed funding round led by Haystack VC, added world-class talent to its leadership team and announced several key strategic partnerships with top telco and energy brands.Founded in 2015 by Kendall Hope Tucker (Forbes 30 under 30), Polis is headquartered in Boston, MA with offices in Lehi, UT and Kansas City, MO. For more information, visit www.polisinc.com or follow Polis onTwitter (@polis_inc) and LinkedIn.For additional information and to view CNBC’s full Upstart 100 list, visit www.cnbc.com/upstart.

Nov 18 — Mobile apps

Kiln Makes Sense

Where you work matters. Every location comes with its own challenges from cleaning to utilities and maintenance repairs. It’s easy to get bogged down by the day to day care of your space. That is where Kiln comes in. Kiln is more than just a coworking space, it is a human experience. Functioning as a turn-key solution, Kiln’s membership fees are all inclusive and predictable. A fixed cost when it comes to not only office space, but the bells and whistles that come with it help young companies save on capital when it matters most without having to sacrifice perks top talent are looking for. Founders can truly only be in one place at one time. When you pass off IT Issues and social opportunities to Kiln, you can get back to what matters most - your life’s work. Our space is human first with a deep focus on wellness and social well-being, Kiln works to increase productivity and performance. From yoga to social events, Kiln has the maximum impact possible on your employees.Learn more about what you can accomplish in an environment that puts you first, book a tour at Kiln today.

Feb 19 — Startups

Silicon Slopes Tech Summit '20: A Review

On behalf of the entire Kiln team, thanks for being a part of our experience at the Silicon Slopes Tech Summit ‘20. We are thrilled by the engagement and participation from the community. To give a quick recap, in just two days we were able to… Team up with Chip Cookies to give away over 800 mini OG’s Propel our commitment to Utah's early-stage tech ecosystem by sharing our title sponsorship with 50 of Utah’s finest startups at the Kiln Startup ShowcaseShare our mission with up to 1,500 visitors at our boothFuel the attendees each morning with 2 carts full of healthy snacksGift 3 Kiln bikes Network, learn, and participate in insightful discussions with experienced professionalsAnd so much moreWe intend to continue to work closely with the Silicon Slopes' team and we couldn't be more excited to watch the communities’ ventures continue to grow each year.If you weren’t able to pay us a visit at the Summit, swing by either our Salt Lake City or Lehi location or send a note to [email protected] Kiln's communities offer a robust set of amenities in a passionately crafted workspace, creating an all-inclusive, worry-free environment focused on growth and we want to facilitate that growth for you.

Feb 05 — Community

Growth and the State of Coworking in Utah

Growth in Utah Utah is growing. Over the past decade, it has had the highest growth population out of any state. This growth has been especially seen in the tech industry, a sector that has grown twice the national average over the past 10 years and accounts for nearly 1 out of every 7 jobs in Utah, according to research conducted by the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. Startups and remote workers have picked up on this growth, having now created a unique demand for flexible office space. A recent study of flexible office space conducted by CBRE concluded that Salt Lake City “had year over year increases in leasing of more than 700%” last quarter. Salt Lake City’s current flexible office space (as a percentage of overall office inventory) sits at 1.6%, while the national average sits slightly higher at 1.8%. The Salt Lake City metropolitan area is expected to surpass the national average over the next couple years. Why Coworking? There are many different coworking networks popping up all over the country. That being said, here are a few of the reasons why companies made Kiln their homebase. Flexibility: Coworking allows your company to grow and evolve by providing flexible space agreements. Many companies can grow from 2 employees to 50 within a year, and Kiln is equipped to help facilitate that growth so that you aren’t overpaying for unused space. Networking: Kiln is home to over 250 individual businesses. This built in network allows employees to meet, hire, and collaborate with like minded companies. Amenities: Beyond the space itself, Kiln offers all members amenities such as wellness programming, printing services, and a wide assortment of snacks and beverages to fuel your team throughout the day. Looking Ahead The coworking and flexible office space sector is poised to grow even further as we look towards 2020. CBRE’s study predicts that “by the end of 2020, more than half of all flexible space will be coworking” in the Salt Lake-Provo area. The national market expects to grow flexible office space to 13% of total office space by 2030. Having just revealed plans for a 30,000 square foot space expansion in Lehi, Kiln is excited to be a part of this office space revolution and looks forward to the growth ahead.Cited Research:https://www.cbre.us/research-and-reports/US-Flexible-Office-Market-2019https://www.cbre.us/research-and-reports/US-Office-Figures-Q3-2019https://gardner.utah.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019TechReportVol1.pdf

Dec 13 — Startups

Press Release: Kiln Announces Expansion in Utah

Lehi, Utah — Kiln is excited to announce an industry leading 30,000 square foot addition to its tech-focused shared workspace community in Lehi, Utah. Their international team is carefully crafting the expansion to be optimal for teams up to 50 to move in, brand up, and grow. Due to open spring 2020, the addition will increase the capacity of its Lehi community to house more than 1,000 professionals -- all in an effort to best support the fast-growing tech ecosystem of Silicon Slopes.Since launching its beta location May 2018 in Lehi, and subsequently a location downtown Salt Lake City at The Gateway, Kiln has been working as stewards of the early-stage tech ecosystem in Utah. Early-stage tech household names like Tiled, Wooly, Seek, and Storj have chosen to grow their teams within Kiln’s communities. Kiln is incredibly proud to call Utah its first home. “The amount of opportunity here is not easily matched, but most importantly it will always be the place Kiln started. In the months and years to come, Kiln will have some incredibly exciting plans to share with you all” shares Arian Lewis, CEO and Founder of Kiln. Workspace may never be the same.About: Kiln is a tech-focused shared workspace community meticulously designed to help individuals and teams elevate their craft. By combining years of industry experience and best practices from all over the world, Kiln creates the optimal environment to help companies grow. Book a tour of one its locations at kiln.co/. Inquiries: [email protected]

Dec 11

Showcase Your Startup at Silicon Slopes Tech Summit 2020!

We have some exciting news to share this morning! For this year's Silicon Slopes Tech Summit, Kiln wants to share its Title Sponsorship with up to 40 of Utah's most impressive startups by providing a platform (literal and metaphorical) for them to be showcased. Each stage will be constructed in the main corridor of the Salt Palace, where the selected startups will given the mic and stage to tell the more than 20,000 attendees what they are all about, this is a game changer! Don't miss these datesApplications open: December 9th (Today)Applications close: January 10thSelections announced: January 17thSilicon Slopes Tech Summit: January 30th and 31st Apply by filling out this form and following the instructions contained therein. For a startup to qualify, it needs to have 50 employees or less and be headquartered in Utah. A small selection committee will review all applications. We couldn't be more excited to share the stage with you.

Dec 09 — Startups

Everyone Has Something to Give

Everyone has something to give. This Holiday season we want to focus on serving and helping those around us by showing up, smiling, and serving. What better way to do this than to start by participating in Giving Tuesday? Join us in doing good by choosing at least one way to help your family, friends, company, or community.Here are some ideas...Join Silicon Slopes in their efforts- partnering with Feeding Children Everywhere to provide 1,000,000 meals to hungry kids in needhttps://www.slopesserves.comServe at a local Soup KitchenPass out blankets to the homelessDonate to the Salvation Armyhttps://saltlakecity.salvationarmy.orgPay for a person’s food next time you go out to eatMake cookies for a neighborMake a company angel tree (Select an Angel from any Angel Tree located at: Cyprus Credit Union, Burt Brothers, Intermountain Harley Davidson, or Smith's Marketplace)Coordinate a Secret Santa with your coworkersBring coffee to your team's morning meetingSmile at a strangerTell a loved one why you are grateful for them

Dec 02 — Community

CNBC's Upstart 100 Featuring Polis Inc.

Polis, a software company that is building technology to empower a nationwide, distributed salesforce, announced today that it has been named to CNBC’s Upstart 100, a list that highlights disruptive startups that are growing rapidly due to innovative products and services.Polis builds software for groups that do offline sales. Their software is powered by a one-of-a-kind offline dataset that recommends sales scripts and targeting based on previous offline interactions. Sales managers use the Polis backend system to look at maps, decide who to talk to and choose sales scripts for their teams. Sales representatives use the Polis mobile apps to understand where to go, who to talk to and what to say. Sales managers then monitor analytics that come back in and hone their team’s messaging similar to Google Ads. Polis’ data and software learn from each interaction and hone in on ideal customers for their clients.Offline sales is a traditional industry that declined in the early 2000s with the rise of digital marketing. In the last few years, it has become increasingly effective especially as the cost of acquisition for online marketing has increased. Polis’ software is powered by a data feedback loop that makes sales reps 5-10 times more effective at closing sales. Polis is PPC for offline sales - it takes data and lets organizations target who they should talk to and what they should say. Similar to how groups hone their messaging online, Polis is the solution for highly scalable offline marketing.“We are honored and excited to have been named to the CNBC Upstart 100 list. Polis has grown 500% in revenue in the last year and we have doubled our headcount so it’s great to be recognized for all our hard work,” said Kendall Hope Tucker, Founder & CEO of Polis. “Growing fast is challenging, so 100% of this honor should be attributed to my team. They are all A+ players who go out of their way to recruit other A+ players. I am very lucky to be surrounded by such great people.”The Upstart 100 honor adds to the company’s significant momentum this year. Earlier in the year, Polis closed $2.5 million seed funding round led by Haystack VC, added world-class talent to its leadership team and announced several key strategic partnerships with top telco and energy brands.Founded in 2015 by Kendall Hope Tucker (Forbes 30 under 30), Polis is headquartered in Boston, MA with offices in Lehi, UT and Kansas City, MO. For more information, visit www.polisinc.com or follow Polis onTwitter (@polis_inc) and LinkedIn.For additional information and to view CNBC’s full Upstart 100 list, visit www.cnbc.com/upstart.

Nov 18 — Mobile apps

Kiln Makes Sense

Where you work matters. Every location comes with its own challenges from cleaning to utilities and maintenance repairs. It’s easy to get bogged down by the day to day care of your space. That is where Kiln comes in. Kiln is more than just a coworking space, it is a human experience. Functioning as a turn-key solution, Kiln’s membership fees are all inclusive and predictable. A fixed cost when it comes to not only office space, but the bells and whistles that come with it help young companies save on capital when it matters most without having to sacrifice perks top talent are looking for. Founders can truly only be in one place at one time. When you pass off IT Issues and social opportunities to Kiln, you can get back to what matters most - your life’s work. Our space is human first with a deep focus on wellness and social well-being, Kiln works to increase productivity and performance. From yoga to social events, Kiln has the maximum impact possible on your employees.Learn more about what you can accomplish in an environment that puts you first, book a tour at Kiln today.

Feb 19 — Startups

Silicon Slopes Tech Summit '20: A Review

On behalf of the entire Kiln team, thanks for being a part of our experience at the Silicon Slopes Tech Summit ‘20. We are thrilled by the engagement and participation from the community. To give a quick recap, in just two days we were able to… Team up with Chip Cookies to give away over 800 mini OG’s Propel our commitment to Utah's early-stage tech ecosystem by sharing our title sponsorship with 50 of Utah’s finest startups at the Kiln Startup ShowcaseShare our mission with up to 1,500 visitors at our boothFuel the attendees each morning with 2 carts full of healthy snacksGift 3 Kiln bikes Network, learn, and participate in insightful discussions with experienced professionalsAnd so much moreWe intend to continue to work closely with the Silicon Slopes' team and we couldn't be more excited to watch the communities’ ventures continue to grow each year.If you weren’t able to pay us a visit at the Summit, swing by either our Salt Lake City or Lehi location or send a note to [email protected] Kiln's communities offer a robust set of amenities in a passionately crafted workspace, creating an all-inclusive, worry-free environment focused on growth and we want to facilitate that growth for you.

Feb 05 — Community

Growth and the State of Coworking in Utah

Growth in Utah Utah is growing. Over the past decade, it has had the highest growth population out of any state. This growth has been especially seen in the tech industry, a sector that has grown twice the national average over the past 10 years and accounts for nearly 1 out of every 7 jobs in Utah, according to research conducted by the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. Startups and remote workers have picked up on this growth, having now created a unique demand for flexible office space. A recent study of flexible office space conducted by CBRE concluded that Salt Lake City “had year over year increases in leasing of more than 700%” last quarter. Salt Lake City’s current flexible office space (as a percentage of overall office inventory) sits at 1.6%, while the national average sits slightly higher at 1.8%. The Salt Lake City metropolitan area is expected to surpass the national average over the next couple years. Why Coworking? There are many different coworking networks popping up all over the country. That being said, here are a few of the reasons why companies made Kiln their homebase. Flexibility: Coworking allows your company to grow and evolve by providing flexible space agreements. Many companies can grow from 2 employees to 50 within a year, and Kiln is equipped to help facilitate that growth so that you aren’t overpaying for unused space. Networking: Kiln is home to over 250 individual businesses. This built in network allows employees to meet, hire, and collaborate with like minded companies. Amenities: Beyond the space itself, Kiln offers all members amenities such as wellness programming, printing services, and a wide assortment of snacks and beverages to fuel your team throughout the day. Looking Ahead The coworking and flexible office space sector is poised to grow even further as we look towards 2020. CBRE’s study predicts that “by the end of 2020, more than half of all flexible space will be coworking” in the Salt Lake-Provo area. The national market expects to grow flexible office space to 13% of total office space by 2030. Having just revealed plans for a 30,000 square foot space expansion in Lehi, Kiln is excited to be a part of this office space revolution and looks forward to the growth ahead.Cited Research:https://www.cbre.us/research-and-reports/US-Flexible-Office-Market-2019https://www.cbre.us/research-and-reports/US-Office-Figures-Q3-2019https://gardner.utah.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019TechReportVol1.pdf

Dec 13 — Startups

Press Release: Kiln Announces Expansion in Utah

Lehi, Utah — Kiln is excited to announce an industry leading 30,000 square foot addition to its tech-focused shared workspace community in Lehi, Utah. Their international team is carefully crafting the expansion to be optimal for teams up to 50 to move in, brand up, and grow. Due to open spring 2020, the addition will increase the capacity of its Lehi community to house more than 1,000 professionals -- all in an effort to best support the fast-growing tech ecosystem of Silicon Slopes.Since launching its beta location May 2018 in Lehi, and subsequently a location downtown Salt Lake City at The Gateway, Kiln has been working as stewards of the early-stage tech ecosystem in Utah. Early-stage tech household names like Tiled, Wooly, Seek, and Storj have chosen to grow their teams within Kiln’s communities. Kiln is incredibly proud to call Utah its first home. “The amount of opportunity here is not easily matched, but most importantly it will always be the place Kiln started. In the months and years to come, Kiln will have some incredibly exciting plans to share with you all” shares Arian Lewis, CEO and Founder of Kiln. Workspace may never be the same.About: Kiln is a tech-focused shared workspace community meticulously designed to help individuals and teams elevate their craft. By combining years of industry experience and best practices from all over the world, Kiln creates the optimal environment to help companies grow. Book a tour of one its locations at kiln.co/. Inquiries: [email protected]

Dec 11

Showcase Your Startup at Silicon Slopes Tech Summit 2020!

We have some exciting news to share this morning! For this year's Silicon Slopes Tech Summit, Kiln wants to share its Title Sponsorship with up to 40 of Utah's most impressive startups by providing a platform (literal and metaphorical) for them to be showcased. Each stage will be constructed in the main corridor of the Salt Palace, where the selected startups will given the mic and stage to tell the more than 20,000 attendees what they are all about, this is a game changer! Don't miss these datesApplications open: December 9th (Today)Applications close: January 10thSelections announced: January 17thSilicon Slopes Tech Summit: January 30th and 31st Apply by filling out this form and following the instructions contained therein. For a startup to qualify, it needs to have 50 employees or less and be headquartered in Utah. A small selection committee will review all applications. We couldn't be more excited to share the stage with you.

Dec 09 — Startups

Everyone Has Something to Give

Everyone has something to give. This Holiday season we want to focus on serving and helping those around us by showing up, smiling, and serving. What better way to do this than to start by participating in Giving Tuesday? Join us in doing good by choosing at least one way to help your family, friends, company, or community.Here are some ideas...Join Silicon Slopes in their efforts- partnering with Feeding Children Everywhere to provide 1,000,000 meals to hungry kids in needhttps://www.slopesserves.comServe at a local Soup KitchenPass out blankets to the homelessDonate to the Salvation Armyhttps://saltlakecity.salvationarmy.orgPay for a person’s food next time you go out to eatMake cookies for a neighborMake a company angel tree (Select an Angel from any Angel Tree located at: Cyprus Credit Union, Burt Brothers, Intermountain Harley Davidson, or Smith's Marketplace)Coordinate a Secret Santa with your coworkersBring coffee to your team's morning meetingSmile at a strangerTell a loved one why you are grateful for them

Dec 02 — Community

CNBC's Upstart 100 Featuring Polis Inc.

Polis, a software company that is building technology to empower a nationwide, distributed salesforce, announced today that it has been named to CNBC’s Upstart 100, a list that highlights disruptive startups that are growing rapidly due to innovative products and services.Polis builds software for groups that do offline sales. Their software is powered by a one-of-a-kind offline dataset that recommends sales scripts and targeting based on previous offline interactions. Sales managers use the Polis backend system to look at maps, decide who to talk to and choose sales scripts for their teams. Sales representatives use the Polis mobile apps to understand where to go, who to talk to and what to say. Sales managers then monitor analytics that come back in and hone their team’s messaging similar to Google Ads. Polis’ data and software learn from each interaction and hone in on ideal customers for their clients.Offline sales is a traditional industry that declined in the early 2000s with the rise of digital marketing. In the last few years, it has become increasingly effective especially as the cost of acquisition for online marketing has increased. Polis’ software is powered by a data feedback loop that makes sales reps 5-10 times more effective at closing sales. Polis is PPC for offline sales - it takes data and lets organizations target who they should talk to and what they should say. Similar to how groups hone their messaging online, Polis is the solution for highly scalable offline marketing.“We are honored and excited to have been named to the CNBC Upstart 100 list. Polis has grown 500% in revenue in the last year and we have doubled our headcount so it’s great to be recognized for all our hard work,” said Kendall Hope Tucker, Founder & CEO of Polis. “Growing fast is challenging, so 100% of this honor should be attributed to my team. They are all A+ players who go out of their way to recruit other A+ players. I am very lucky to be surrounded by such great people.”The Upstart 100 honor adds to the company’s significant momentum this year. Earlier in the year, Polis closed $2.5 million seed funding round led by Haystack VC, added world-class talent to its leadership team and announced several key strategic partnerships with top telco and energy brands.Founded in 2015 by Kendall Hope Tucker (Forbes 30 under 30), Polis is headquartered in Boston, MA with offices in Lehi, UT and Kansas City, MO. For more information, visit www.polisinc.com or follow Polis onTwitter (@polis_inc) and LinkedIn.For additional information and to view CNBC’s full Upstart 100 list, visit www.cnbc.com/upstart.

Nov 18 — Mobile apps

Kiln Startup Showcase Accepted Applicants

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