KAYSVILLE—Angie Osguthorpe is an energizer bunny whose enthusiasm and positivity is infectious. That’s what makes her great at her job as President/CEO of the Davis Chamber of Commerce. Osguthorpe has been in the position for five years and she’s the first female to be President/CEO of the Chamber.

“I just love it,” Osguthorpe said. “I enjoy associating with the members, volunteers and to rub shoulders with the community and find out all the wonderful things about the county.”

The Chamber helps businesses grow, she said. “It improves the lives of people both professionally and personally. The purpose is to provide advocacy and promote businesses.”

The challenge is growth, said Osguthorpe. “It’s a good thing to have but in Davis County and Utah it’s caused inflation, impacted housing, air and water. We need better alternatives.”

Osguthorpe said Jim Smith, who was President of the Chamber before her, was an awesome male mentor. “He helped me learn that I could step up to the plate and that I could do it. I’ve learned that what makes a person a good leader is being kind, honest and an optimist. The Chamber is inclusive. If we’re not having a good time, why are we there?”

Osguthorpe grew up in the small town of Mountainview in Missouri and has Marketing and Business Logistics degrees from the University of Missouri and an MBA from BYU. She served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Portugal and has three children and a grandson.

Osguthorpe loves to travel and experience new cultures. Courtesy photos

“He’s my first grandchild and it’s amazing,” she said. “I like to hike, play pickleball and I have a passion for traveling. I like to experience the culture of other people or just sit on the beach with a book.”

While her children were younger, Osguthorpe said she mostly stayed at home. “[As they got older] I felt like I could get back into the world. I wondered if I could rise to the occasion and do something that’s really challenging. After leading the Chamber for the last five years I realized I do have the skills to take it and grow and help others.”

Osguthorpe said her schooling helped her have a natural love for people. “I love to see them grow. It’s been enjoyable and easier because of my staff here.”

There’s been research done that shows women have perfected a list of requirements of what they can do to get a new position, she said. “You just need to step in, not be timid and do your best every day and you’ll be fine. Find a successful tribe of strong females and men to surround yourself with just to grow together.”

Going through life there’s going to be challenges, said Osguthorpe. “It’s not what it is but how you handle it. I’m a woman of faith. Always take the high road so you can be able to create a wonderful life for yourself and your family. Work hard and play hard but family comes first.”