Our 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.

$30 Million+
Capital Raised
11,157 Sq. Ft.
of Incubator Space
150+
Employed by Incubator Members
100+
Clients Funded By Innovate ND
25+
Student Interns

Whether you are developing an idea, are an entrepreneur to start your business, or a company seeking to grow, at the Center for Innovation, 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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  • Exploring careers through virtual reality
    Thanks in part to funding by UND’s Center for Innovation, CareerViewXR will develop virtual-reality experiences to introduce students to autonomous-systems careers
  • Interns: Apply for InternGF Summer Cohort Series
    Summer interns are invited to apply for an immersive program to explore the Grand Forks region as a cooler place to work, live, and play
  • Attend LAUNCH on April 29th, 2025
    Join us on April 29, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM at the UND Memorial Union for LAUNCH, a high-energy demo day where startups showcase their products and progress to investors, mentors, and industry experts.
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Attention UND Students! We are seeking a summer marketing intern to assist with daily and strategic marketing and communication efforts for the Center for Innovation! For more information, visit bit.ly/3XRJoOT #UNDproud See MoreSee Less
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