News & Events
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New Year, New Opportunities: Why Your Story Matters in 2026
A new year brings new opportunities to reflect, connect, and grow. Learn why professional storytelling matters and how entrepreneurs can…
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Partner Spotlight: North Dakota Small Business Development Centers (ND SBDC)
For over 35 years, the North Dakota Small Business Development Centers (ND SBDC) have empowered entrepreneurs and small businesses across…
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3 Simple Ways to Boost Winter Creativity
Kick off the new year with fresh ideas! These three simple strategies will help you boost creativity, stay energized, and…
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Member Spotlight: Black Ridge Construction
Black Ridge Construction is a graduating member of the UND Center for Innovation and a purpose-driven construction management firm founded…
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2026 InternGF Launch Party
Join the UND Center for Innovation and Grand Forks Region EDC for the 2026 Launch of InternGF!
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De-Risking Innovation: The Power of SBIR/STTR Grants for Startups
The SBIR/STTR programs provide competitive, non-dilutive funding that helps startups and researchers de-risk innovation and move new technologies toward commercialization.…
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Celebrating Small Businesses in Grand Forks, ND: Food, Coffee, Shopping, Wellness, Art & Resources
Grand Forks, North Dakota is filled with countless amazing small businesses, and this guide highlights just a handful of them.
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Member Spotlight: Midwest Planning, LLC
We’re proud to highlight Midwest Planning and founder Zach Bopp, whose practical, field-driven approach to civil and environmental consulting is…
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One Step Closer to Widespread Drone Use in Rural Areas
Project RuralReach, an initiative designed to use drones to dramatically improve rural life, successfully completes second use-case test