News from Northern Michigan’s startup community

Scholarships Available: Earn certification in digital skills through Google

July 12, 2022

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

June 30, 2022

“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

June 30, 2022

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

June 8, 2022

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…

Northern Michigan Startup Week Inspires Young Entrepreneurs and Startup Veterans Alike

June 7, 2022

Manny McMillan has always enjoyed working with his hands to build innovative products that solve everyday problems. He never seriously considered this as a career path until recently, though. A…

20Fathoms Coworking Space Features Art by Justin Shull

May 24, 2022

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

May 23, 2022

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…

Welcome, New 20Fathoms Members!

April 26, 2022

Get to know the people who have joined 20Fathoms in the last couple of months. MJ Cartwright Mentor-in-Residence at Innovation Partnerships, University of Michigan Describe your professional background. I have been…

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

March 2, 2022

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

March 1, 2022

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…

Welcome, New 20Fathoms Members!

February 23, 2022

Get to know the people who have joined 20Fathoms in the last couple of months. Russell Edens CTO at Evvnt Describe your professional background. I’m presently the CTO of Evvnt,…

Gretchen Swanson Joins 20Fathoms as Director of Workforce Development

February 14, 2022

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…