News & Events
-
When Technology Vendors Become Gatekeepers: The Hidden Challenge Facing Small Businesses
What happens when the people selling technology also become the primary source of technology advice? In this CFI Insights article,…
-
Runway Accelerator Graduate Dan Newman Secures Pre-Seed Funding for Sharp Biomedical
Dan Newman, a graduate of the Center for Innovation’s Runway program, is taking an exciting next step with his startup,…
-
Partner Spotlight: Grand Forks Region EDC
The Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is focused on building a stronger future for the Grand Forks region.…
-
Innovation Moonshot Retrospective: Serving Tea Through Customer Discovery
What does a Zen tea lesson have to do with university innovation? Learn how UND faculty used customer discovery and…
-
Member Spotlight: NxtSzn
NxtSzn is connecting student-athletes with alumni mentors, businesses and corporate partners to build meaningful career opportunities beyond the playing field.…
-
Member Spotlight: SafetySpect
SafetySpect is developing AI-powered technology that detects biological risks in real time, helping organizations make faster, smarter safety decisions. By…
-
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…
-
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…
-
Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act Reauthorizes SBIR/STTR
Federal innovation funding is shifting from simply supporting ideas to demanding faster impact, stronger safeguards, and broader participation. The renewed…