News from Northern Michigan’s startup community

20Fathoms is pleased to announce that Craig Wesley has joined the organization as Executive Director, bringing over 25 years of business and executive experience to the Traverse City-based startup incubator and coworking space. Craig brings...

20Fathoms is pleased to announce a matching campaign fundraiser launching today and running through November, thanks to the generous support of Honor Bank.  “We have seen a huge demand for our startup programs this fall,...

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....