Mark J Yardley on Blogger: 2019

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Southern Utah University Recognized as College of Distinction

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An accomplished business professional in Beaver, Utah, Mark J. Yardley manages several successful business enterprises, including truck stops, retail outlets, and a motel. Mark J. Yardley is a graduate of Southern Utah University.

Committed to providing a world-class academic and experiential education to students through its undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, Southern Utah University has been recognized as one of the Colleges of Distinction of 2019-2020. Colleges of Distinction was established in 2000 to guide students and their parents through the complex university selection process.

The organization conducts research and interviews to evaluate each university’s academic programs, career development, and strategic plans to improve student experiences and satisfaction. Specifically, colleges must excel on four fronts: great teaching, vibrant community, engaged students, and successful outcomes.

According to Jared Tippets, the vice president of student affairs at Southern Utah University, being recognized by Colleges of Distinction is an honor and a testament to the university’s dedication to its students.

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Beaver High School’s Golf Program Produces Champions

Raising a champion trophy

Photo by Fauzan Saari on Unsplash

Mark J. Yardley provides jobs to more than 75 people in his $75-million annual business enterprises in and around Beaver, Utah. Mark J. Yardley has owned and operated High Country Land Management since 1987, and today manages motels and filling stations with high-quality convenience stores, as well as construction projects, under multiple brand names.

He is also a proud former coach of the Beaver High School golf team. Over his 15-year tenure, the school participated in five state championship events. Under his direction, the team won multiple state championships, as well as 10 consecutive regional championships.

Beaver High has continued its strong performance in golf. In 2018, the boys’ golf team repeated its 2017 state championship win at the Division 2A level. The 2018 win was the result of the Beavers’ 616-score over the rival Gunnison Bulldogs’ 708. In 2019, the school’s girls’ golf team celebrated winning its first-ever 2A state championship for the blue and white.

Beaver High School’s athletics section additionally offers football, baseball, softball, soccer, and cross-country programs. Students can also participate in drill team and cheer

About Mark J Yardley

Drawing upon more than 30 years of relevant experience, Mark J. Yardley is a Beaver, Utah-based entrepreneur who serves as the owner of several gas stations that he has either acquired or developed. He is the owner of Utah businesses High Country Chevron, Eagles Landing Beaver, and Eagles Landing Scipio, all of which operate under the umbrella of High Country Fuels, LLC. Mark J. Yardley also owns a pair of tire shops and a Days Inn motel.

In addition to managing gas stations, Mr. Yardley has utilized the property on which they are located to open several restaurant franchises, including a Wendy's, a Cinnabon, and a Dairy Queen. The businesses he owns and operates contribute to combined annual sales in excess of $75 million.

Outside of his entrepreneurial success, he is an avid golfer who served as head golf coach at Beaver High School for 15 years, during which time the team won five state championships and 10 consecutive regional championships.