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How Ovation’s Feedback Strategy is Helping Restaurants Win and Keep Customers
Zack Oates always knew he wanted to be an entrepreneur. His early success in starting a business in middle school, as well as other experiences along the way, validated that he belonged in entrepreneurship. His journey led to founding Ovation,…
February 6, 2025
Turn Ideas Into Action With the Startup State’s New Funding Challenge
In collaboration with the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute, the Startup State Initiative has introduced the Get Started: Business Idea Challenge to support aspiring entrepreneurs across Utah. This new initiative offers up to $500 in non-equity funding to help founders develop their…
February 5, 2025
Small Business Funding: Finding the Best Option for Your Needs
Funding is crucial to move any business or product from the idea stage to revenue. While there are many ways to acquire financing, the best option depends on the entrepreneur’s needs and business model. Grants Grants can be a valuable…
January 30, 2025
Celebrate Utah’s Thriving Tech Scene at Utah Tech Week
With Utah Tech Week around the corner, it’s an ideal time to reflect on Utah’s emergence as a major tech hub. The growth of Silicon Slopes and the abundance of tech companies flocking to Utah have attracted talent, investors, and…
January 23, 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
iHub Utah: Empowering the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
For early-stage startups, finding the right support system can make all the difference. The Innovation Hub of Utah, otherwise known as iHub, is a nonprofit business development center in Utah County that’s stepping up to provide that foundation. iHub is…
January 16, 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
Food and Meat Co-Op: Turning a Family Need Into a Thriving Community
What began as a quest for affordable, nutritious food has become a multi-state service that addresses both a market need and a personal one. Through passion and determination, Cassie Michael, founder of the Food and Meat Co-op, turned a family…
January 9, 2025
Crowdfunding: A Democratized Way To Raise Capital
In its simplicity, crowdfunding is a way to acquire capital by pooling small contributions from many individuals online, helping innovators turn ideas into market-ready prototypes without relying solely on traditional financing. Projects are showcased on platforms where backers may receive…
January 2, 2025
North Star Recovery & Wellness — Building Purpose-Driven Change in Behavioral Health
North Star Recovery & Wellness, a Utah-based company, is redefining behavioral health. Founded by Jay Tobey, the organization focuses on treating the whole person — mind, body, and spirit — while striving to improve behavioral health care. Jay’s entrepreneurial journey…
January 2, 2025
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