Turning Employee Experience into Growth | The Founding of Nectar with Trevor Larson and Andrew Hollis

Cheri and Jason sit down with two founders who turned their friendship into one of Utah’s fastest-growing software companies. Trevor Larson and Andrew Hollis, co-founders of Nectar, share how their small beginnings evolved into a platform that now serves thousands of customers around the world. This conversation highlights the power of being “in the arena,” where real opportunity emerges through momentum rather than perfect planning.

This episode also explores the human side of business through Nectar’s growth story. Trevor and Andrew share how recognition and employee experience became the foundation of their company, and ultimately their philosophy. From building teams that feel valued to choosing Utah as the place to scale their growth, this discussion offers an inspiring look at how purpose and community can combine to drive sustainable growth over the long term.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why meaningful recognition leads to better engagement, retention, and performance
• Lessons about scaling a software company inside Utah’s growing tech ecosystem
• The role of friendship and trust in building a strong co-founder relationship
• How to attract and retain talent through culture
• What it takes to move from founder-led sales to a sustainable growth engine
• How community and networks can help accelerate startup
• Leadership habits that help teams stay motivated during rapid growth
• Why purpose and execution need to grow together to make a successful company

Connect with Nectar:

• Nectar on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nectar_hr/
• Nectar Website: https://nectarhr.com/
• Nectar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nectarhr/product/

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Cheri Waldron, MWCN Executive Director
Jason Roberts, MWCN President and Managing Director, Protiviti
Kevin Jessop, MWCN Podcast Vice-Chair and Chief Marketing Officer, IMA
Garit Lawson, MWCN Podcast Chair, Managing Director, Forbes Partners
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