Erin earned her bachelor’s degree in graphic design from Dixie State University in 2013. Before starting with the magazine, she working for several years in digital marketing, as well as operating her own freelance graphic design business. When she’s not collaborating with the amazing team of SGHW authors, contributors, advertisers and team members, Erin can be found exploring the outdoors, debating on her next travel destination, and continuing the search for the best street tacos.

Jared DuPree earned a PhD in Human Ecology with an emphasis in research, wellness, and relationships from Kansas State University. He also earned an International MBA from the University of South Carolina with an emphasis in consulting and entrepreneurship. He has written numerous articles, curriculums, and book chapters on wellness as it relates to individuals, families, and communities. He enjoys traveling, cooking, hiking, fishing, playing basketball, and spending time with his wife and three children.

“People don’t buy from clowns.”

Brian earned his Bachelor of Science, Business Management degree from the Marriott School of Business at Brigham Young University, Provo. Brian is a successful businessman, marketing expert, entrepreneur, and community leader. He has directed his advertising agency from start up to millions in annual billings. He has provided a number of startup businesses with his management and marketing acumen, which has resulted in the creation of several multimillion-dollar ventures, successful mergers, and sustained growth for these companies. Brian is an active community and industry leader donating his advertising and public relations expertise to benefit a number of organizations and causes. He enjoys riding the southern Utah bike trails, spending time with his family, and serving others.

Boards & Affiliations

St. George Area Chamber of Commerce, former member Board of Directors St. George Exchange Club, Board Member, Fund Raising Chairman, Past President Dixie Foundation, Board Member, Community Relations Committee, Fire & Ice Gala Publicity St. George Chapter BYU Management Society Board Member, Public Relations, Past President Southern Utah Advertising Federation, Founder and past president Dixie State University, Adjunct Professor, Marketing/Business Washington County Economic Development, Economic Summit Planning Committee Utah South Area Public Affairs Council, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Role Administrator in the Southern Utah Area for the JustServe Initiative 2005 National Cow Calling Champion