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LSI was founded in 1972 by Jerry Slatter along with five veterans.

LSI was founded in 1972 by Jerry Slatter along with five veterans. Slatter and his team, which included WWII veterans and Federal Government colleagues, launched LSI with a singular mission: to pioneer a new approach to business and economic development rooted in excellence, innovation, and tangible impact.

After years of initial success, Sean Slatter became President and CEO of LSI in 1992 steering  the organization to incredible growth for the next 30 years by expanding our offerings and increasing our reach across the US and globally.

In March of 2024, Sean appointed Sarah Bertagnolli as the new President and CEO. Sarah, who had spent the past three years as the COO, had significantly improved LSI business execution and delivery.

Since our beginning, LSI has influenced industries, strengthened economies, and enhanced community well-being on a global scale.

Who We Are

We are an engaged extension of our clients.

Our work accelerates critical growth initiatives, fuels local and regional economies, ensures safety and preservation of precious resources and provides lasting influence and impact across multiple industries and communities.

Our Mission

To empower people, organizations, and communities by delivering exceptional solutions in business development, economic growth, social impact, and operational excellence. 

We accomplish this through our deep expertise, collaborative spirit, and relentless commitment to client success.

Our Vision

To be the trusted partner of choice for transforming opportunity into sustainable success—for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve.

Our Values

Integrity & Trust- We do what we say we’ll do with transparency, reliability, and respect.

Client-Centered Commitment -  We prioritize our clients’ success with personalized service, proactive thinking, and unwavering dedication.

Quality - Quality is in our core. We believe in delivering quality from the simplest to the most complex tasks.

Expertise in Action -  We bring depth of knowledge, decades of experience, and a proven ability to get results.

Innovation & Curiosity - We continuously evolve embracing new ideas, technologies, and smarter ways to solve challenges.

Collaboration & Belonging -  We create space for every voice, celebrate diversity, and work together with empathy and purpose.

Performance with Purpose -  We deliver value through excellence, accountability, and a focus on outcomes that matter.

The History of LSI

Our mission is to offer unparalleled strategic guidance that propels our clients beyond their challenges and toward substantial growth. We aim to be the most trusted partner for organizations seeking to navigate the complexity of the modern business landscape.

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executive team

Our mission is to offer unparalleled strategic guidance that propels our clients beyond their challenges and toward substantial growth. We aim to be the most trusted partner for organizations seeking to navigate the complexity of the modern business landscape.

Sarah Bertagnolli

President & CEO

Jessica Dixon

Chief Human Resources Officer

Paige Ryther

Chief Financial Officer

Sam Beasley

Chief Operations Officer

Sam Beasley

Chief Operations Officer

Board of Directors

Sean Slatter

Board Chair

Sarah Bertagnolli

President & CEO

Jessica Dixon

CHRO

Val Hale

Director

Rick Gibbs

Director

Ken Pimlott

Director

Andrew Busch

Director 

Rhonda Perkes

Director

Alan Reyes

Director

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SARAH BERTAGNOLLI

Sarah Bertagnolli is the recently appointed President and CEO of LSI following a distinguished tenure as Chief Technology and Operations Officer, where she was instrumental in leading a comprehensive reorganization and turnaround of the company, particularly in global professional services, client support, and business operations.

An alumna of the University of Utah, Sarah boasts over 20 years of experience in operational transformation, initiating new revenue streams, enhancing profitability, and overseeing mergers and acquisitions. She also has significant expertise in the aerospace and defense sectors, working closely with clients to deliver tailored solutions.

Her leadership style is marked by her ability to identify and leverage process improvement opportunities, significantly boosting efficiency, customer satisfaction, and team accountability. She oversees sales and delivery team operations, provides strategic direction, and manages the IT team and infrastructure. Sarah’s expertise in managing large-scale client programs drives business growth, technological innovation, and process optimization.

With a commitment to delivering exceptional value to stakeholders, Sarah leverages her extensive experience and education to steer LSI towards new horizons of growth and innovation.

JESSICA DIXON

Jessica Dixon has led our Human Resources for the past three years, during which she has implemented several key operational improvements and people initiatives. These efforts have significantly enhanced our organizational efficiency and employee satisfaction. Prior to working with LSI Jessica earned a bachelor’s a degree in Human Resource Management from Weber State University’s Goddard School of Business, where she continues to volunteer regularly and offers support and guidance to current students. With a solid educational background and a proven track record of strategic HR leadership, Jessica continues to drive our company’s growth and foster a positive workplace culture.

Paige Ryther

Paige Ryther is the recently appointed Chief Financial Officer of LSI, following a distinguished tenure as Financial Controller, where she was instrumental in leading a comprehensive reorganization of the company’s accounting structure.

An alumna of Western Governors University, Paige brings over 30 years of experience in accounting management, overseeing accounting teams, and all aspects of financial statement, tax, and budget administration. She excels in process improvement and implementing financial software solutions for efficient accounting and reporting.

Paige’s leadership style is marked by her ability to successfully manage teams of accounting professionals with multiple, conflicting deadlines, instilling determination to meet goals efficiently and accurately. By training, motivating, and empowering employees, she has developed accountable professionals who deliver timely results for accurate financial reporting.

Paige Ryther’s expertise and leadership continue to be invaluable assets to LSI, driving the company’s financial success and operational efficiency.

Sam Beasley

Sam Beasley has recently joined LSI as Chief Operations Officer, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a passion for operational excellence. With a career spanning over 25 years, Sam has honed his leadership skills in both the private and government sectors, driving organizations to new heights of success.

Sam holds an MBA from Weber State University and a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems and Technologies. His expertise includes years of collaboration with the Federal Government, particularly through impactful initiatives at Hill Air Force Base.

At LSI, Sam is dedicated to building on the company’s strong legacy of performance. His mission is clear: to enhance and optimize our processes, ensuring that our customers continue to receive the high-quality, timely service that defines LSI. Sam’s leadership is instrumental in guiding a team of seasoned professionals, all committed to delivering the capabilities our customers depend on.

Under Sam’s guidance, LSI is poised for continued growth, efficiency, and exceptional execution. He’s not just maintaining our standards—he’s elevating them, ensuring LSI remains a leader in our industry.

Sean Slatter

Sean M. Slatter is the Board Chair of LSI, the world’s leading government business development consulting firm. LSI serves hundreds of public, private, international, and social sector clients. LSI has provided consulting services for some of the world’s leading organizations for over 50 years.

A native of Utah, Mr. Slatter joined LSI as a consultant in 1992. After serving in various executive positions, he acquired the company from the original five principals. His visionary leadership and dedication have been instrumental in expanding LSI’s reach and reputation. During his 30 years leading LSI, it is estimated that Mr. Slatter has worked with over 2,000 organizations and founded over a dozen companies throughout his storied career. Mr. Slatter has pioneered several disciplines, including government business development, economic development, and social impact. Mr. Slatter retired as LSI’s President & CEO in March 2024.

Beyond LSI, Mr. Slatter has served as board chair for numerous organizations, including the Davis Chamber of Commerce, the United Way, the Ogden Symphony and Ballet Association, and the Davis Arts Council. His leadership has left a lasting impact on these organizations, contributing significantly to their growth and success.

Throughout his career, Mr. Slatter has been recognized for his exceptional contributions, earning numerous awards. These include the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Business of the Year, the University of Utah’s Distinguished Alumni Award, Davis Chamber Business of the Year, and Utah Business Magazine’s 40 Under 40 award.

Mr. Slatter holds a degree in Public Sector Economics from the University of Utah. He is also a proud father of five adult children, balancing his professional achievements with a strong commitment to his family. Outside of his professional endeavors, Mr. Slatter is an avid skier who loves big mountain and backcountry skiing, embracing the challenges and beauty of the outdoors.

VAL HALE

Val Hale retired in 2021 after a 40-year career working in the media, in higher education, in the private sector and in state government. For the last seven years of his career, Val was Executive Director of the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development, and prior to that assignment, he served as President and CEO of the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Val was Vice President for University Relations and Advancement Vice President at Utah Valley University for seven years. In those two capacities, he oversaw fund raising, legislative affairs, marketing, public relations, media relations, community relations and alumni relations. He played a key role in the lobbying and public relations efforts to move UVU to university status.
Prior to joining UVU, Val worked for 22 years in the Brigham Young University Athletic Department, including five years as Director of Men’s Athletics. After graduating from college, he spent a year as a newspaper reporter for the Provo Daily Herald.
Val earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from BYU in public relations and communications. He has been active in the community, serving on many boards. He and his wife, Nancy, have three children and 13 grandchildren and enjoy golf, skiing, snowshoeing, backpacking, pickleball, woodworking and riding a tandem bike.

Rick Gibbs

Rick Gibbs retired from the United States Air Force in 2023 as a Brigadier General.  A six-time commander, he provided executive leadership in business management and logistics operations to units ranging from 500 to 9,000 personnel.  He provided policy and guidance to units across the Department of Defense while assigned to the Joint Staff, Air Staff, Air Mobility Command staff, Air Force Global Strike Command staff, and US Air Forces Central staff.

Rick culminated a 30-year career as commander of the Ogden Air Logistics Complex on Hill AFB, Utah.  His organization supported a global supply chain by performing depot-level maintenance and modifications on numerous types of aircraft, components and equipment, as well as Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Systems and facilities.  He also oversaw the national-level airpower reservoir for aircraft storage, regeneration, reclamation and disposal, commonly known as the aircraft “bone yard”, as well as a robust software development organization that supported numerous organizations across the US government.

Rick is now working as an independent consultant in the areas of leadership, strategy, logistics and supply chain management, and maintenance, repair and overhaul operations. 

Rick earned a MBA from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, a Masters degree in Organizational Management from George Washington University, and Masters degrees in National Security and Strategic Studies from the US Air War College and the US Naval War College.  Rick and his wife, Robin, have two grown children and he enjoys skiing, road bicycling, and wood working.

Ken Pimlott

Chief Pimlott began his fire service career in 1984 as a reserve fire fighter in Contra Costa County, California. He joined CAL FIRE in 1987 as a seasonal fire fighter, and ultimately worked his way through the ranks to Director and California’s State Forester, a position he held from 2010 until his retirement in December 2018. Chief Pimlott has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Forest Resource Management from Humboldt State University and is a Registered Professional Forester in California. Under his leadership, CAL FIRE and the State of California battled historic wildfires and an unprecedented bark beetle epidemic while at the same time increased the pace and scale of forest management and fire prevention. Chief Pimlott participated in numerous committees at the State and national level and testified before Congress on numerous occasions. He was instrumental in securing seven C-130 aircraft for California’s aerial firefighting fleet through the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act. Chief Pimlott continues to work on fire and forest management initiatives, including local wildfire preparedness and resilience programs.

Andrew Busch

Andy Busch is a tested senior leader with extensive experience in the Department of Defense involving supply chain management and aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). As a senior Air Force officer, he provided strategic leadership while commanding an aircraft MRO depot, the aviation spare parts supply chain for the Department of Defense, as well as the Air Logistics Center at Hill Air Force Base. In his final assignment, he served as the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency leading nine supply chains supporting the U.S. military, as well as federal, state, local and international partners. His Agency provided food, medical material, uniforms and construction equipment, 98 percent of the Defense Department’s fuel, and the majority of spare parts for military weapons systems. He completed his Air Force service in June 2017 retiring as a Lieutenant General. After leaving government service he put his years of experience implementing organizational turnarounds using Dr Eli Goldratt’s Theory of Contraints thinking to good use by joining Goldratt Consulting as a Strategic Advisor.

Rhonda Perkes

Rhonda Perkes has over 13 years of experience working in Utah’s political landscape. As Congressman Chris Stewart’s Director of Outreach for over a decade, Rhonda served as the Congressional liaison for Hill Air Force Base, Military Academy Nominations, business leaders, and elected officials. In 2018, she took on the role of Campaign Manager, leading Representative Stewart to election success in 2020 and 2022, overseeing the campaign budget, staff, and strategy. Most recently, she managed the Congressional Campaign in a special election for Celeste Maloy, who was elected in 2023.
A Utah State University alum, Rhonda began her career in education. She is a consultant for the Candy Bomber Foundation, a Utah 501C-3 focusing on STEM education and military humanitarian history. She is a mother of 5 and lives in Bountiful, UT.

Alan Reyes

Alan brings over 30 years of leadership experience, spanning not-for-profit, military, a high-growth start-up organization, and he serves on multiple fiduciary and advisory boards.

Alan has served as Chief of International Operations and Chief Operating Officer, providing operational strategy, executive leadership for global operations and programs, information technology and cybersecurity, and merger/post-merger integration activities. Prior to that, he rapidly scaled operations for a start-up for-profit education technology company, leading to its successful public offering.

In addition to his private sector experience, Alan served in the US Navy, retiring as a Rear Admiral and as the Navy Reserve’s senior logistics officer. During his Navy career, Alan made multiple worldwide deployments, including service aboard a nuclear-powered fast-attack submarine, command of expeditionary logistics units, and multiple humanitarian assistance/disaster relief operations.

His flag officer assignments included Deputy Commander, Naval Supply Systems Command, the US Navy’s global supply chain organization; Commander, Navy Expeditionary Logistics Group, providing expeditionary logistics capabilities to geographic combatant commanders across the globe; and Reserve Director, Logistics, Fleet Supply, and Ordnance, US Pacific Fleet.

Alan is a graduate of the US Naval Academy, the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia, and the Harvard Business School Executive Education Program.