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February 19, 2024

20Fathoms Announces Internship Matchmaking Program

Let us help you make a match! 20Fathoms is pleased to announce a new internship matching services between students in STEM fields and regional employers. The service is part of the 20Fathoms Tech Career Hub...

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Shiloh Slomsky

January 10, 2024

Shiloh Slomsky Joins 20Fathoms as Chief Financial Officer & Tribal Liaison

20Fathoms is pleased to announce that Shiloh Slomsky has joined the organization as Chief Financial Officer & Tribal Liaison. As Chief Financial Officer, Shiloh provides management and strategic direction for the organization’s financial and governance...

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November 8, 2023

Startup Spotlight: MediCool Technologies

Through the 20Fathoms Startup Spotlight series, get to know who is building companies in Northern Michigan and what advice they have for those just getting started. This month, we talked to Jeff Rynbrandt, President and...

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September 13, 2023

New Information Technology Support Class: Earn the CompTIA ITF+ Certificate in Just 8 Weeks

20Fathoms has been working with regional employers and partners through the Employer Led Collaborative (ELC) to address the area’s shortage of tech professionals. Regional employers asked us to focus on IT Support professionals as their...

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Freshwater research and innovation center

June 29, 2023

Coalition applauds $15 million in funding for Freshwater Research & Innovation Center

The Traverse City Freshwater Research & Innovation Center Project is set to receive $15 million from state budget for the Freshwater Research & Innovation Center project.

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May 3, 2023

Newly created “The Launch at 20Fathoms” offers expanded startup incubation services for entrepreneurs in the Grand Traverse Region

20Fathoms is pleased to announce a new program for entrepreneurs in the Grand Traverse Region. It’s called The Launch at 20Fathoms and is designed to remove barriers and help new businesses grow. “Through The Launch...

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