News from Northern Michigan’s startup and tech community

November 21, 2023

20Fathoms announces matching gift challenge to support the growth of tech entrepreneurship in Northwest Michigan

Today, 20Fathoms unveiled a $2 million matching gift challenge to support the region’s startups and tech entrepreneurs who are working to build new businesses in our region. Of the $2 million, 50% ($1 million) has...

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Collaborating at 20Fathoms

November 11, 2023

20Fathoms awarded $7.3 million in grant funding from the State of Michigan and the U.S. Economic Development Administration

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...

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November 8, 2023

Startup Spotlight: MediCool Technologies

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 Jeff Rynbrandt, President and...

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November 8, 2023

20Fathoms Coworking Space Features Art by Sarahbeth Ramsey

20Fathoms is pleased to announce a new exhibition of local artwork at their coworking space, featuring the work of Sarahbeth Ramsey. All of Sarahbeth’s paintings at 20Fathoms are available for purchase. She has generously agreed to...

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Mia Azpeitia

November 6, 2023

Mia Azpeitia Joins 20Fathoms as Director of Operations

20Fathoms is pleased to announce that Mia Azpeitia has joined the organization as Director of Operations. In this role, Mia is responsible for all day-to-day operations of 20Fathoms, including the execution of key programs, management...

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GenAlpha Nuclear Technologies

October 12, 2023

Startup Spotlight: GenAlpha Nuclear Technologies LLC

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 Austin Lo, Chief Research...

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