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Five Ways to Build a Strong Network as a Utah Entrepreneur
Building a robust business network is key to your startup thriving in today’s business environment. A well-developed network — connections with professionals and organizations — opens doors to valuable partnerships, industry insights, funding opportunities, and more to boost your business.…
September 12, 2024
SBDC Trainings: A Closer Look at the WordPress Workshop
The Utah Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides a wide range of events and workshops to entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout the state. These workshops cover essential topics teaching business skills such as marketing, tax planning, legal considerations, intellectual…
August 30, 2024
Turning Your Passion Into a Successful Business Idea
The foundation of any successful business starts with a great idea. Passions, skills, or addressing your own frustrations can inspire the idea. But how do you know if your idea has the potential to succeed? The Utah Small Business Development…
August 22, 2024
University of Utah Supports Innovation for Remote and Austere Areas
The University of Utah has launched the Remote and Austere Conditions (RAC) Grand Challenge, an initiative aimed at fostering innovation to support research, engage communities, and care for patients in the intermountain region. The U.S. Army defines remote and austere…
August 15, 2024
Economic Assistance Grant Makes Available $4.5M for Industry and Community Development
The Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity announced the opening of its Economic Assistance Grant, a one-time funding opportunity for projects aimed at developing industry, education, community, and infrastructure to support the state’s economy. The Utah Legislature allocated $4.5 million…
August 9, 2024
Empowering Utah Entrepreneurs with SBDC Entrepreneur Academy
Utah’s Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) support entrepreneurs through all stages of the startup process. This vital resource provides expert guidance, networking opportunities, training, podcasts, webinars, and resource access. The Entrepreneur Academy is a central resource of the Utah SBDC…
July 22, 2024
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