News from Northern Michigan’s startup community

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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April 14, 2023

Join the 20Fathoms Mug Club

Show your love for 20Fathoms by joining our brand new Mug Club! You’ll receive a limited-edition, numbered 20Fathoms mug, hand thrown by local artist Clay Maas. This is a great way for you to support...

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April 4, 2023

Startup Spotlight: V1 Sports

In this monthly 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 Alex Prasad, CEO of V1 Sports....

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Business Essential Course 2023

February 23, 2023

20Fathoms’ new Business Essentials course will help launch tech-based businesses

The Traverse City-based tech startup incubator 20Fathoms is pleased to announce that application is open for the all new Business Essentials course developed in partnership with Northwestern Michigan College. Designed especially for tech-based businesses, participants...

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January 9, 2023

Startup Spotlight: FirstIgnite

In this new monthly series, we’ll be featuring startups based in Traverse City. Get to know who is building companies in Northern Michigan and what advice they have for those just getting started. This month,...

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