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Utah Center for Rural Development Fuels Economic Growth Across the State
In a state where 24 of the 29 counties are considered rural, the Utah Center for Rural Development is critical in driving economic growth through tailored programs that support job creation, infrastructure expansion, and business recruitment. As part of the…
April 10, 2025
Secure Government Contracts With the Help of Utah’s APEX Accelerator
Utah’s APEX Accelerator program empowers small businesses to enter the complex world of government contracting. By working with the U.S. Department of Defense and the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity, APEX assists startups in getting their innovative products and services…
January 23, 2025
USBCI: Bridging the Gap Between Accessible Funding and Disadvantaged Communities
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…
January 16, 2025
Utah Supports Economic Growth with Post-Performance Tax Program
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…
November 20, 2024
SBIR and STTR Programs Grant Funding To Innovative Deep-Tech Products
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 commercialization. Fortunately for local startups, the Utah Innovation Center provides a funding pathway through…
November 6, 2024
Big Ideas, Bigger Wins at The One Utah Summit
The One Utah Summit, recently hosted at Southern Utah University, is an annual conference where business leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators come together to discuss economic opportunities in Utah. The state’s economy and energy leaders present the latest initiatives and innovations,…
October 24, 2024
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