ST GEORGE, Utah, June 7, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Squatty Potty CEO, Robert Edwards, received the Excellence in Advocacy Award during Equality Utah's 7th Annual Equality Celebration - Don't Stop Believing. The gala was held under the red rock at the Kayenta Art Village in Ivins, Utah.
A St. George, Utah native, Edwards came out to his parents at the young age of 17. Being raised in a deeply conservative religious household, in a small town, Edwards moved to Salt Lake City in hopes of finding refuge and support. It was there he found many proud, out, and happy role models who gave him hope and inspiration. Edwards decided then that he would live his life to be a positive influence for those like himself, looking for a place to belong and contribute to this world.
"Bobby is an incredible asset to the southern Utah community. His work has helped shape the lives of LGBTQ youth and teens. We're proud to give him this award," said Troy Williams, Equality Utah Executive Director.
Not only has Edwards helped countless colons across the globe, he has improved his own community. Edwards was a founding board member of the Kayenta Arts Foundation. He served for a short time on the Equality Utah board, including as a founding committee member of the southern Utah annual Equality Celebration fundraising gala for Equality Utah.
Edwards and his husband Jason co-parent four children. In his downtime, Edwards enjoys traveling and exploring the many red rock canyons that abound in southern Utah.
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About Squatty Potty, LLC
Founded in 2011, Squatty Potty, LLC is a consumer products company whose product lines consist of toilet stools, sprays and other bathroom accessories. Its flagship product, the Squatty Potty stool, is designed to help users assume the squatting position while using the bathroom, delivering fast, complete elimination with comfort and ease. In 2014, the Company was featured on ABC's hit TV show Shark Tank, and became the second most successful company in the history of the show. In 2015, the Company launched a wildly successful marketing campaign featuring a viral YouTube video that has garnered over 130 million views to date and won the 2016 Webby Award. Currently Squatty Potty products are sold in over 6,000 retail locations globally including Bed, Bath & Beyond, Costco, Walmart and Target.
About Equality Utah
Formed in 2001, Equality Utah is the largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender advocacy group in the state. Its mission is to secure equal rights and protections for LGBTQ Utahns and their families. Its vision is of a fair and just Utah. For more information, please visit http://www.equalityutah.org
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