# Thanksgiving Point CEO McKay Christensen & VP of Development Natalie Cope

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Podcast: [Silicon Slopes | Leaders Interviewing Leaders](https://stenobird.com/podcast/silicon-slopes-leaders-interviewing-leaders-6472484)
Published: 2025-06-13T10:00:08+00:00
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In this episode of the Silicon Slopes Podcast, we sit down with McKay and Natalie from Thanksgiving Point to discuss their groundbreaking new initiative: a Tech and Science Center for Kids. Discover how this center aims to bridge the gap in STEM education for children from all backgrounds, particularly those from low-income families. Learn about the inspiration behind this project, the role of Thanksgiving Point in the community, and the incredible impact it aims to have on the future workforce of Utah. We also delve into the history of Thanksgiving Point, its mission, and the philanthropic spirit that drives its initiatives. 00:00 - Introductions and Greetings 00:25 - Current Events and Tech Center Introduction 01:02 - Overview of the Tech and Science Center for Kids 02:01 - Mission and Background of Thanksgiving Point 02:59 - STEM Job Statistics and Income Gap 04:44 - Access to Opportunity and Personal Motivation 05:52 - Free Access for Low-Income Families 07:07 - Community Involvement and Support 09:40 - Outreach to Rural Utah 11:06 - History of Thanksgiving Point 14:07 - Alan and Karen Ashton's Legacy 15:16 - Community-Led Organization 16:01 - Future Vision for Thanksgiving Point 17:08 - Curiosity Farms and Ag Tech Center 18:13 - Use of AI in Exhibit Design 19:30 - State Support and Partnerships 21:21 - Philanthropy in Utah 22:16 - Encouraging Silicon Slopes Participation 22:51 - Upcoming Projects: Sphere of Light 24:08 - Community Events and Corporate Partnerships 25:56 - Gratitude and Membership Impact If you enjoyed this video and want to support us please leave a LIKE, write a comment on this video and Share it with your friends. Subscribe to our channel on YouTube and click the icon for notifications when we add a new video. Let us know in the comments if you…

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