News from Northern Michigan’s startup and tech community

Before taking the leap to become a founder and business owner, Erin Eatough was an academic. It might seem like a leap, but the research foundations she took from the academic world have informed her...

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...

Summer in Traverse City can’t be beat. Beach days, sunset hikes, orchard visits, family biking adventures, concerts in the parks… we look forward to it all year for good reason!  When it’s time to get...

20Fathoms is pleased to announce a new exhibition of local artwork at their coworking space, featuring the work of Richard Schemm.  For this article we interviewed Richard Schemm’s agent, Jennifer Szunko. Said Jennifer, “Richard has...

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 Don Greilick, Inventor/Founder of...

20Fathoms is pleased to announce that the organization has secured two significant grants to support the growth of tech startups and small businesses in Northwest Michigan. This includes $3.3 million from the Michigan Economic Development...