in Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona and Nevada, moving annual revenue from $200 million to nearly $2.5 billion in 2022. Clyde Companies Inc. now includes subsidiaries Beehive Insurance, Bridgesource, Clyde Capital Group (CCG), Geneva Rock, Sunpro, Sunroc and WW Clyde. Wilford’s pride in and commitment to his hometown started early and weaves throughout his life. He volunteered as the commissioner for multiple youth softball leagues and coached city-league girls softball teams for 10 years. He and his wife, Natalie, also co-chaired the Springville Museum of Art Annual Ball and the Utah Valley University President’s Ball, and they were co-presidents of the Springville High School Booster Club. Wilford now heads up Springville Rising, an effort to re-energize and strengthen his beloved community. With artwork featured prominently in his office and throughout several company buildings, Wilford is a passionate supporter of arts and culture. There is no more enthusiastic ambassador for the Springville Museum of Art and its world-class collection. In a similar vein, Wilford has consistently supported higher education through generous monetary and material donations, sponsorships and scholarships. A humble, yet insightful advocate for best practices and cooperation, Wilford also prioritized serving in several industry leadership roles, including chair of the Utah Manufacturers Association; president of the Utah Chapter of the Associated General Contractors; president of Beavers Inc.; and on the Advisory Committee of the BYU Construction Management Program. Wilford’s commitment to “Building a Better Community” and honoring his family’s legacy of giving back is further evident in his community service, including the Springville City Council (1989-92), two terms as Springville’s mayor, chair of the Board of Trustees at Utah Valley University, chair of the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce, Envision Utah, the Utah State Board of Regents, board of directors for the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce, and starting the Clyde Institute of Construction Management. Because he’s not likely to tell you about his awards, we will: In 1995, Wilford was the Utah Manufacturers Association “Businessman of the Year.” In 2000, Wilford was honored as a founding member of the UVU Wolverine Club and elected to the UVU Wolverine Hall of Fame. Then, in 2002, he received the Ernst and Young “Entrepreneur of the Year” award. In 2014, Wilford received BYU’s Jay S. Newitt Construction Management “Industry Professional Award” and was inducted into the Nebo School District Athletic Hall of Fame. Wilford was recently asked what his latest recognition, as the UAPA Hall of Fame Inductee for 2025, means to him. He said, “I feel very honored to receive this award from the UAPA and feel there are probably others more deserving than myself. I would like to thank all of those in our company who have dedicated their time and effort to the production and placement of asphalt. It is an important part of our business.” Since the start of his career, there have been many changes in the industry. From the use of computers and software to control all aspects of the business to the surveying of all sites and roadways being done by Global Satellites, Clyde Companies, under Wilford’s leadership, has shown an extraordinary ability to adapt, grow and prosper. When reflecting on his career, Wilford sees the most rewarding part as the interpersonal relationships he has developed with the people he’s met — the employees, vendors, customers and people in the community. “People is what it is all about,” he says. What matters most to Wilford’s loyal heart is his family and friends. He always appreciates the love and support of his brothers, sisters, their spouses and in-laws. He treasures his wife, Natalie Egbert Clyde; their four daughters and their spouses: Camille and Jeremy Hafen, Melia and Ty Peterson, Alison and Brandon Henrie, Katie and Tyson Perkes; as well as their grandchildren. In their spare time, the Clydes enjoy traveling, boating, fishing in Alaska, golfing and watching any sporting event, especially those involving their grandkids. Congratulations, Wilford, on a well-deserved induction into the UAPA Hall of Fame! Our expert HR Services and Payroll can help you focus on what’s really important … your employees. CALL US TODAY! 801-270-6851 wtapeo.com Need help managing employee benefits & payroll? 38
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