News from Northern Michigan’s startup community

November 5, 2025

Four startups selected to pitch at the November 18 TCNewTech

20Fathoms is pleased to announce the four companies selected to compete at the TCNewTech pitch competition on November 18, 4:30 – 7:30 pm, at the City Opera House in Traverse City. Pitch presenters: LacuumLacuum builds...

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September 10, 2025

Sequestro takes First Place award at the Sept. 9 TCNewTech Pitch Competition

20Fathoms is pleased to announce the winners of the September 9 TCNewTech pitch competition.   First Place  Sequestro won the First Place Award, receiving an award of $5000. The Sequestro pitch was presented by Juergen...

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September 4, 2025

Native American entrepreneurs invited to apply for IndigiPitch Business Pitch Competition in Petoskey

20Fathoms is pleased to announce a new opportunity for Native American entrepreneurs. IndigiPItch is an energizing pitch competition that will showcase Michigan’s vibrant Native American entrepreneurship and startup community. Participants can expect an experience that...

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August 27, 2025

Sept. 9 TCNewTech Celebrates 10th Anniversary of the Local Pitch Competition

20Fathoms is pleased to announce the next iteration of the TCNewTech pitch competition, happening Sept. 9, 4:30 – 7:30 pm, at the City Opera House in Traverse City. This special evening will celebrate the 10th...

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July 21, 2025

phatic takes First Place and Audience Choice awards at the July 15 TCNewTech Pitch Competition

20Fathoms is pleased to announce the winners of the July 15 TCNewTech pitch competition.   First Place & Audience Choice phatic won the First Place Award, receiving an award of $5000, and was also awarded the...

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June 13, 2025

Work Hard, Play Hard this Summer at 20Fathoms

Summer in Traverse City makes the motto “work hard, play hard” come to life. From pristine beaches to unparalleled hiking, there’s no better place to be when the sun is shining. And with those long...

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