News from Northern Michigan’s startup and tech community

Indigenous entrepreneurs from around Northern Michigan gathered at 20Fathoms in late September for a 3-day bootcamp focused on building their business and marketing skills – and connecting them to one another.  “What I hear from...

20Fathoms introduces new programming; expands to Petoskey, Manistee, and Cadillac Vernon LaLone is a scientist and entrepreneur who grew up in Elk Rapids but started his career far away from Northern Michigan, including a period...

Northern Michigan’s Vernon LaLone is tackling “forever chemicals” and wants to develop local science economy For Vernon LaLone, a scientist and entrepreneur who grew up in Elk Rapids, a passion for science initially led him...

20Fathoms is pleased to announce a new funding opportunity for startups and small businesses in Northwest Michigan. In partnership with Venture North, 20Fathoms is providing a total of $45,000 in small business grants this fall....

20Fathoms is pleased to announce the four companies selected to compete at the TCNewTech pitch competition on September 10, 4:30 – 7:30 pm, at the City Opera House in Traverse City. Pitch presenters: Berry Bot...

In this 3-day bootcamp, students will learn essential business and marketing skills to form and grow business ideas. 20Fathoms is pleased to announce a new offering designed specifically with indigenous entrepreneurs in mind: a 3-day...