Meet Our Team
So.Utah Executive Team
CEO
Todd Brightwell
Todd Brightwell serves as President and CEO of the Southern Utah Economic Alliance, where he is leading the organization’s expanded mission to strengthen regional competitiveness and economic vitality across Southern Utah.
In addition to his role at SUEA, Todd is co-founder and President of Advisors Consulting Services, where he continues to provide clients nationwide with strategic location advisory, site selection, and economic development consulting.
Earlier, as Chief Operating Officer of the Economic Development Corporation of Utah, he directed statewide corporate recruitment and expansion efforts. Under his leadership, Utah attracted major investments from companies such as Adobe, Goldman Sachs, Oracle, Boeing, and Procter & Gamble, resulting in more than 15,000 new jobs and the relocation of 11 corporate headquarters.
Marketing and Research
Nicholas Dall
Nicholas Dall is the founder of The Elevens Group and serves as Marketing and Research Director for the Southern Utah Economic Alliance (So.Utah), where he helps guide regional economic development efforts across Southern Utah’s five-county region.
With more than a decade of experience in economic development, business attraction, market research, and growth strategy, Nick specializes in building the systems and infrastructure that support long-term community and economic growth. His work includes economic development websites, project tracking systems, business recruitment strategies, data analysis, and regional marketing initiatives designed to help communities compete for investment and opportunity.
Through his work with public and private sector organizations, Nick has supported economic development initiatives involving municipalities, regional partnerships, developers, site selectors, and growing companies throughout the western United States. He is particularly passionate about helping communities align vision, data, and execution to create places where businesses and families can thrive.
Nick holds degrees in Political Science and Economics from the University of Utah. He lives in Utah with his wife and three children and enjoys coaching youth soccer, restoring vintage vehicles, and spending time in the mountains.
Operations
Nicole Black
Nicole is a seasoned professional with over 24 years of experience in real estate, customer service, and management. As the Operations Manager at So Utah Economic Alliance, she leverages her extensive background to drive organizational efficiency, ensure compliance with market demands and regulations, and foster economic growth in Southern Utah. Known for her creative problem-solving and high-level consulting skills, Nicole excels at developing innovative solutions to meet the needs of businesses, clients, and community stakeholders.
Previously, Nicole built a distinguished career in real estate, where she provided top-tier services and mentorship to professionals in the industry. Her business organization and structure expertise have consistently delivered results, enhancing service delivery for both public and private entities. Beyond her operational talents, Nicole has supported authors with manuscript editing and crafted impactful press releases, always taking pride in celebrating the achievements of her peers and partners.
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