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Pitch competitions are a powerful way to not only acquire capital but also test and validate your business idea as you move to bring it to market. For fresh founders in Utah’s Six-County area, that opportunity is fast approaching. The…

As counterintuitive as it may sound, failure is needed to pave way for many of life’s great successes. While it can be discouraging to face setbacks, using them to fuel growth is one of the most important skills an entrepreneur…

Over the past few years, Utah has emerged as a national hub for technology, be it in research, talent recruitment, or industry collaboration. The Nucleus Institute aims to fuel and accelerate this growth through initiatives that bring together universities, entrepreneurs,…

The Power of Incubators and Accelerators Utah’s startup ecosystem is strengthened by a network of incubators and accelerators that help founders move from idea to traction to scale. Incubators like iHub and The Mill guide early-stage entrepreneurs through the “big…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…