This holiday season, find gifts with meaning, craftsmanship, and local roots. These four Utah Valley University alumni-founded businesses are shaping Utah Valley’s creative and entrepreneurial spirit — and each offers something unique for the people you love. When you shop local, you’re not just buying a product; you’re supporting alumni who mentor current students, give back to campus programs, and embody UVU’s legacy of hands-on, community-centered innovation.
Explore the stories behind these homegrown brands and enjoy Wolverine-exclusive discounts.
Ben Perkins, Class of 2019
These aren’t your standard dress clothes. &Collar makes shirts that keep you comfortable all day while still looking sharp. Fabrics stretch, breathe, and resist spills, so you can move seamlessly from work to dinner without missing a beat.
Maysen Rollo Minor, Class of 2023
Beadology makes it fun and easy to create something personal, whether you’re a beginner or a more experienced jewelry maker. With high-quality materials, guided workshops, and welcoming spaces in Provo and Draper, it offers a hands-on, creative experience that’s a step above your average craft store.
Jensen Reynolds, Class of 2018
Gooey Gourmet Brownies makes rich, fudgy, melt-in-your-mouth treats with a homemade quality that sets them apart from store-bought brownies. Baked fresh in small batches in American Fork, they come in seven core flavors plus rotating monthly creations, making them perfect for gifting — or keeping for yourself.
Ryan Cope, Class of 2013, and Spencer Cope, Class of 2015
WANDRD bags are tough, thoughtfully designed, and built to keep up with your adventures, whether hiking, photographing, or just navigating your day-to-day. With durable materials and practical design, WANDRD bags offer more than the average backpack or camera bag.
