Our Mission
The UND Center for Innovation Foundation’s mission is to foster innovation, nurture creative ideas, and empower aspiring entrepreneurs in Grand Forks, ND. We achieve this by providing entrepreneurial education, expert coaching, and serving as a local business resource hub.
Together, We Drive The Future.
$30 Million+
Capital Raised
Capital Raised
11,157 Sq. Ft.
of Incubator Space
of Incubator Space
150+
Employed by Incubator Members
Employed by Incubator Members
100+
Clients Funded By Innovate ND
Clients Funded By Innovate ND
25+
Student Interns
Student Interns
Our services/programs
Whether you are developing an idea, are an entrepreneur starting your business, or a company seeking to grow, at the UND Center for Innovation Foundation (CFIF), we transform your goals into reality with the support of our experts. Come and discover how we can help you!
Our Experts can help you with the following and more
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News
- What Golf Can Teach You About Building a Successful Business
Kevin Lunke, CFI Commercialization Specialist, takes a look at the connections between golf and business success. From making smart decisions to building strong relationships, he shares how lessons learned on the course can apply to growing a business and reaching long-term goals. - Member Spotlight: S&S Promotional Group
From a small home office to a trusted branding partner—see how S&S Promotional Group has been helping businesses stand out since 1979. Read their story. - Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act Reauthorizes SBIR/STTRÂ
Federal innovation funding is shifting from simply supporting ideas to demanding faster impact, stronger safeguards, and broader participation. The renewed Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs reflect a new balance of security, access, and commercialization speed.
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