Category: News

20Fathoms awarded funding to support high-tech startups in Northern Michigan

20Fathoms has been awarded a $50,000 Business Incubator Program Gateway Representative grant from the Michigan Strategic Fund, a partnership between the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and the Office of…

20Fathoms announces the graduation of Hybrid Robotics and Starboard Solutions

The Traverse City-based tech startup incubator 20Fathoms is pleased to announce the graduation of Hybrid Robotics and Starboard Solutions Corp. A celebration for these 2022 graduates will be held Thursday,…

Founder’s Story: Matt Goddard and Hybrid Robotics

In 2022, Traverse City, Mich. gained three spots on the “Best of the Midwest: Startup Cities Rankings” due to growing resources for startup founders including access to angel and venture…

Brittany VanderBeek Joins 20Fathoms as Director of Development & Community Engagement

20Fathoms is pleased to announce that Brittany VanderBeek has joined the organization as Director of Development & Community Engagement. In this role, Brittany will work with donors and supporters throughout…

Megan Swan Joins 20Fathoms as Director of Operations & Strategic Initiatives

20Fathoms is pleased to announce that Megan Swan has joined the organization as Director of Operations & Strategic Initiatives. In this leadership role, Megan will execute key programs, strengthen community…

Scholarships Available: Earn certification in digital skills through Google

For those interested in learning new digital skills, Google offers professional-level training and certifications through their Grow with Google program. Upon completion of the program, graduates can share their resume…

“The Rural Edge: Traverse City,” features 20Fathoms and startup ecosystem partners

“The Rural Edge” is a video series featuring small towns across the country that are building thriving digital economies and changing the narrative about what’s possible in rural America. Produced…

20Fathoms is Proud to Sponsor TCNewTech

20Fathoms and TCNewTech are long-time partners supporting the Grand Traverse Region’s entrepreneurs. This month, they are excited to announce that 20Fathoms will serve as the Main Sponsor of TCNewTech for…

Join the Collaborative Addressing the Gaps in Our Region’s Tech Talent

20Fathoms was selected by Michigan’s Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity and endorsed by an array of community partners to convene an employer-led collaborative (ELC) focused on bridging the gap…

20Fathoms Coworking Space Features Art by Justin Shull

20Fathoms is pleased to announce a new exhibition of local artwork at their coworking space, featuring the work of Justin Shull. “The thing I appreciate about coworking spaces is the…

20Fathoms Partners with Michigan Tech University to Advance Tech Entrepreneurship

20Fathoms and Michigan Technological University are developing a growing partnership to turn outcomes of research on campus into start-up businesses in Northern Michigan. Representatives from the Michigan Tech Office of…

Registration opens for Northern Michigan Startup Week, presented by 20Fathoms and community partners

Happening May 9-15 in Traverse City, Northern Michigan Startup Week offers an action-packed week celebrating entrepreneurship and innovation. Events are scheduled for each day of the week and include Techstars…

20Fathoms announces Startup Expo & Community Celebration event happening May 11

Whether you’re a startup veteran, supporter, enthusiast, student, or simply curious – this event is for you. Join 20Fathoms for an evening of celebration and discovery: Event Details A Northern…

Gretchen Swanson Joins 20Fathoms as Director of Workforce Development

20Fathoms is pleased to announce that Gretchen Swanson has joined the organization as Director of Workforce Development. In this role, Gretchen will manage the growth and expansion of 20Fathoms’ workforce…

20Fathoms Coworking Space Features Art by Lindy Bishop

Lindy Bishop’s paintings feature landscapes and life in small town communities from the Grand Traverse Region to Africa. Right now, you can find her work exhibited throughout the 20Fathoms coworking…

Our Top 10 Stories of 2021

In case you missed them, here are the most-read articles on the 20Fathoms website this year. 1. 10 startups selected for the 2021 HealthSpark Accelerator Mar. 31 | 20Fathoms is…

20Fathoms awarded $250,000 grant for tech education and workforce development in the Grand Traverse Region

Funding will support the expansion of tccodes and tccyber programs; introduce a new data analytics program 20Fathoms is pleased to announce that the organization has been selected to receive a…

Eric Roberts Joins 20Fathoms as Executive Director

20Fathoms is pleased to announce that Eric Roberts has joined the organization as Executive Director, bringing 25 years of business operations and tech experience to the Traverse City-based tech startup…

20Fathoms and Boomerang Catapult announce graduation of Birch Infrastructure from Traverse City startup incubator

After three years of continual growth, Birch Infrastructure (“Birch”) is graduating from the 20Fathoms startup incubator in Traverse City. It is the latest startup to see success in Traverse City’s…

Local Innovator: Cherry Capital Foods & Tamarack Holdings

Take a short drive in any direction from Traverse City and you’ll soon pass roadside produce stands, U-pick farms, farmers markets, and stores advertising local produce. While our area may…

HealthSpark Accelerator Graduates First Cohort of Digital and Telehealth Startups

Located in rural Northern Michigan, Traverse City is known for beautiful beaches, cherry orchards, and its small-town charm. It is now also home to the HealthSpark Accelerator, a program that…