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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...

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Swish Brand Experiences accepts the award for first place

July 31, 2024

Swish Brand Experiences takes top award at the July 30 TCNewTech

Second place awarded to Adrenaline Interactive; Oddment Audio takes Audience Choice Award 20Fathoms is pleased to announce the winners of the July 30 TCNewTech pitch competition. Swish Brand Experiences won the First Place Award, receiving...

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July 17, 2024

Eric Roberts, 20Fathoms Executive Director, Announces his Retirement

Over the past several years, 20Fathoms in Traverse City has grown from a small startup incubator and coworking space to become the regional hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in Northwest Michigan. At the helm as...

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TCNewTech University Showdown

July 16, 2024

Four startups selected to pitch at the July 30 TCNewTech

20Fathoms is pleased to announce the four companies selected to compete at the TCNewTech pitch competition on July 30, 4:30 – 7:30 pm, at the City Opera House in Traverse City. Pitch presenters: Adrenaline InteractiveAdrenaline...

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July 10, 2024

Funding Options for Startups: Two bills aim to fill gaps in current capital market

This article was written by Cameron Young, Manager of Startup Capital at 20Fathoms. It originally appeared in the Traverse City Business News. Michigan has long been celebrated for its industrial strengths, having served as a cornerstone to...

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Cameron Young

June 13, 2024

Cameron Young Joins 20Fathoms as Manager of Startup Capital

20Fathoms is pleased to announce that Cameron Young has joined the organization as Manager of Startup Capital. In this role, Cameron manages 20Fathoms’ initiatives to connect startup founders to funding sources that help them launch...

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Networking at TCNewTech

June 4, 2024

Ugh, Networking! Why making meaningful connections is essential to your startup

This article was written by Delaney Keating, Director of Entrepreneurship & Commercialization at 20Fathoms. It originally appeared in the Traverse City Business News. Networking gets a bad rap. While it may come easy for some,...

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