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iHub’s ASE Program Is Turning Student Ambition Into Viable Ventures
Community is the heart of any strong entrepreneurial ecosystem. With the right connections — whether it be fellow founders, a mentor, or a motivated partner — ideas that may have been gathering dust can quickly gain momentum. Built around that…
November 24, 2025

Experience Equity-Free Acceleration With Convoi Ventures
For companies ready to move beyond the idea stage, accelerators are powerful resources to help ensure a smooth journey. One such example is Convoi Ventures, a Utah-based accelerator built by and for local founders that offers an intensive sprint designed…
November 21, 2025

2025 AI Summit: See How Utah is Championing Pro-Human Leadership
Utah’s business ecosystem is home to numerous events and gatherings that offer excellent networking opportunities while also providing vital resources to help ventures grow. The state’s upcoming AI summit is no different, granting Utahns a chance to learn more about…
November 13, 2025

November Newsletter
How Industry Organizations Power Utah’s Entrepreneurs Across Utah, industry organizations are helping entrepreneurs find their place — and their people — in the state’s growing innovation economy. From 47G’s work uniting aerospace and manufacturing to Silicon Slopes’ support for tech…
November 7, 2025

Helping Utah Startups Thrive: The Power of Incubators and Accelerators
When setting out to start a new venture, it’s important to not only build a strong foundation but also acquire the tools to support further growth. For early-stage startups, Utah’s business incubators and accelerators do just that. These vital organizations…
October 30, 2025

Meet October’s Get Started: Business Idea Challenge Winners
Every great business starts with an idea, and the Get Started: Business Idea Challenge is helping turn it into reality. Here’s a list of the October awardees who secured up to $1,000 in non-equity funding. Aritoku by MoabMall turns math…
October 23, 2025

Featured Founders: Empathetic Marketing and Supporting Mental Health With Hiking
Utah has grown into a hotspot for entrepreneurship thanks to its thriving business environment, supportive policies, and culture of innovation. These companies showcase the state’s dynamic startup community. SunPeak Digital Tired of marketing agencies that “overcharge and scam” small local…
October 17, 2025

Support Your Business With Industry Organizations
For Utah’s entrepreneurs, pinpointing the right industry isn’t just about defining your business — it’s about unlocking opportunity. The right network can turn ideas into action, connecting founders to mentors, resources, and collaborations that strengthen both their ventures and the…
October 10, 2025

October Newsletter
Grow Your Network, One Event at a Time Strong networks build strong businesses. Whether you’re in the early stages of growth or scaling fast, the right connections can spark new ideas, create partnerships, and propel your startup’s momentum. There are…
October 3, 2025

Featured Founders: Streamlining Work Management and Keeping Kitchens Clean
Utah has grown into a hotspot for entrepreneurship thanks to its thriving business environment, supportive policies, and culture of innovation. These companies showcase the state’s dynamic startup community. OneClick What began as a teenager’s frustration with tedious data entry has…
September 25, 2025
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