As part of the College of Innovation and Design at Boise State University, the Venture College has an expanded program designed to give Boise State students an opportunity to explore new ideas, acquire skills outside of their major field of study, and start businesses or non-profits all while pursuing their education. Students can receive one-on-one…
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Nestled between Lake Pend Oreille and Schweitzer Mountain Ski Resort, entrepreneurs call the Sandpoint Technology Center home. The STC is an over 120,000 square feet facility that supports the emergence and growth of technology businesses in north Idaho and includes configurable turnkey office space ranging from warehouse spaces to executive offices for lease. The STC also…
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Have you ever struggled to find funding for your technology idea, or to move your tech company to the next stage in development and commercialization? The SBIR/STTR programs annually provide $2.5 billion in funding to small advanced technology firms to spur new technological discoveries and facilitate the commercialization of innovations. Together they represent America’s Largest…
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MosCoWork is a thriving coworking environment on the Palouse that provides an energetic yet focused environment to “people who make things.” Creatives of all kinds are welcome at MosCoWork. Located in downtown Moscow, Idaho, the MosCoWork’s building has been renovated with modern design elements, making it a hub for entrepreneurial activity. As part of the Woväx, LLC group,…
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Are you a university researcher looking to partner with industry to get your new idea or new product to market? Are you a member of industry looking for a university partner to help validate your technology? Are you looking for research funding to get your idea to market? If you answered “Yes” to any of…
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Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or startup scene newbie, if you are motivated to build a product or startup and you are also open to new ideas… you’ll fit right in at Startup Weekend. Startup Weekend in Meridian, Idaho is joining 250 other cities in the Global Startup Battle starting Thursday, November 19 and going through Saturday…
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The Idaho Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a statewide, university-based organization that helps small businesses succeed. SBDC consultants provide guidance in developing and growing a successful business. With six offices located throughout Idaho and affiliated with one of Idaho’s universities or colleges, the SBDC is uniquely positioned to serve as a focal point, for linking…
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Did You Know? One out of every ten small businesses in America is owned by Veteran business owners. Veteran business owners employ nearly six million workers and generate over $1.5 trillion dollars in receipts each year. 45% of Veterans are more like to be self-employed than non-veterans. As we draw attention to the impact that…
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For over three decades, the Wayne Brown Institute (WBI), a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, has been a premier resource for both entrepreneurs seeking funding and for investors who want to help promising young companies achieve their potential. Formed in 1983, the Institute was the first venture accelerator and has become the most efficient and cost…
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The Idaho Technology Council (ITC) is a member-driven organization that helps technology companies in Idaho start, grow, and thrive. The ITC represents hundreds of Idaho technology companies and their 80,000+ employees that contribute to our tech economy. To help its member companies, the ITC focuses on building a talented workforce, improving access to capital, and facilitating…
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