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The Utah Small Business Credit Initiative, managed by the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity, is a state program funded by the U.S. Treasury to improve access to capital for small businesses across Utah. Designed to assist rural, underserved, and disadvantaged…

The Utah Valley Business Resource Center provides essential tools and resources to help Utah entrepreneurs and small businesses grow and thrive. Located at Utah Valley University, the center is a hub for innovation, offering expert guidance, mentorship, and specialized programs…

As a business owner, safeguarding your intellectual property is an important step for long-term success. Intellectual property includes the rights to creative ideas or inventions turned into something tangible — patents protect inventions, trademarks safeguard your brand, and copyrights cover…

Grants can be a key strategy for small businesses to secure funding without taking on debt. There are many grant opportunities, but finding them can be a significant challenge. Although the idea of “free money” sounds appealing, the investment is…

Silicon Slopes has become a key player in Utah’s tech scene, establishing itself as a vibrant hub for startups to grow and thrive. The nonprofit organization is all about building a strong community where entrepreneurs can connect, learn, and succeed. Silicon…

Utah is known for its thriving economy and supportive business environment, with numerous resources from the public and private sectors to support growth. Initially authorized in 2005, the Utah Legislature created the Economic Development Tax Increment Financing (EDTIF) program, a post-performance…

Since publication, the Utah Innovation Center has moved to the Nucleus Institute. See more information here. Funding is essential for entrepreneurs, particularly those conducting research and development for innovative deep-tech products. Often, these companies have extended timelines and require significant capital for…

Utah has long been known as a new frontier for innovation and its culture of international connectivity. Global expansion can lead to growth for many startups and entrepreneurs, with access to broader markets, a wider workforce, and increased brand recognition.…

As an entrepreneur, choosing the right workspace can impact your productivity, networking opportunities, and business growth. Each stage of business may require a different setup. While there are a variety of office spaces on the market, here are standard options…

Utah Valley entrepreneurs seeking community need look no further than Orem’s 1 Million Cups event, where new and established innovators meet to listen to pitches and connect.  1 Million Cups is a national organization fostering a supportive environment where entrepreneurs…