Stan Lockhart is what you might call a goal-setter and go-getter. He’s ubiquitous throughout Utah — from his work as a lobbyist in the state legislature and building the Utah Valley business community as the interim president of the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce to serving on boards of UVU and the Boys and Girls Club of Utah County, he’s a builder. But, after the unexpected death of his first wife, former Speaker of the House Becky Lockhart, in 2015, he set his go-getting to marathons. Now, in his tenth year of 26.2-mile adventures, he’s completed 29 marathons and has races in Japan and Antarctica on the docket this month, finishing his “run a marathon on every continent” goal. The Tokyo race this month will also complete his collection of running in the six world major marathons.
Dealer’s Choice A typical day starts with an early morning run of five miles. After exercising and breakfast, I get to work helping clients solve problems and navigate the complexities of government. Many evenings you can find me attending political meetings or sports events with my family (Utah Jazz, Utah Hockey Club and BYU).
The Flop One of the best surprises was when the Cincinnati Reds won the World Series in 1990.
Hand You Were Dealt I have certainly had my share of challenges. But I have learned the importance of turning to God, having the courage to walk through doors of opportunity, and facing days with faith.
Shuffle the Cards When my wife, Becky, passed away I entered a new reality. Loss and grief change you. It has been 10 years and, while grief is still there, I have moved forward into a new amazing life full of adventure and fulfillment.
Preferred Playing Partner Every Christmas, my daughter, Hannah, and I have a race where we both start the same new 1,000 piece puzzle and see who can complete it the fastest.
The 2025 Deck I began running 14 years ago and have now run marathons all over the world, including the Boston Marathon four times. I will finish all six world major marathons in Tokyo this month and will finish running a marathon on all seven continents in Antarctica later in March.
Tomorrow’s Bets In five to 10 years, I see myself semi-retired traveling the world with my wife.