Riley Knautz, a marketing major at the University of Utah, is transforming the world of destination wedding and elopement photography with a deeply personal approach. Through her business, Capturedbyrileyk, she focuses on more than just taking beautiful photos. Instead, she builds relationships with her clients, ensuring their wedding day is as meaningful and stress-free as […]
Changdi He, a Ph.D. candidate in mining engineering at the University of Utah, is revolutionizing how rock strength is analyzed using image processing, numerical modeling, and machine learning. His research introduces a novel, AI-driven approach to determining rock strength, which could enhance efficiency in mining and geological studies while also finding applications in planetary exploration. […]
Yana Qin, a Ph.D. student in chemical engineering at the University of Utah, has made innovative contributions to the field of low-cost energy storage technologies, including advancements in flow batteries and sodium-ion batteries. Among her significant achievements, Qin has invented a magnesium-organic flow battery, a transformative technology designed to provide low-cost and sustainable energy storage […]
Emily Nichols, an entrepreneur and founder in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah, is on a mission to transform how Americans experience chocolate. Her company, Deep Dark Drinking Chocolate, brings the indulgent richness of European style drinking chocolate to a market more familiar with traditional hot cocoa. Nichols’ love […]
Joseph Danquah, a clinical dietitian and entrepreneur in Ghana, is dedicated to addressing the critical issue of child malnutrition in his country. Through his nonprofit, Healthmates Nutrition, Danquah is developing sustainable solutions to improve nutrition and health outcomes for children in underserved communities. He is using the knowledge and skills he is gaining as a […]
Isaac Brenya, a founder in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) Global program, is transforming the construction industry with his sustainable startup, Ecovon. Based in Ghana, Brenya is creating eco-friendly building materials using agricultural waste, such as coconut husks and sugarcane bagasse. “Ecovon was inspired by my desire to address the deforestation and environmental damage […]
Beatrice Dede Addy, a participant in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) Global program, is the visionary behind Siklitë Desserts, a chocolate dessert brand based in Greater Accra, Ghana. Her company combines the finest Ghanaian cocoa with innovative dessert-making techniques to create a product that celebrates Ghana’s heritage while appealing to global markets. The MBC […]
Joel Jones, founder of Landlord Strategy and a participant in the Masters of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business, is transforming how landlords approach property management. Jones has successfully self-managed his own rental portfolio for more than five years, and has managed 500+ rentals for other landlords […]
Ali Phillips, a seasoned healthcare professional with nearly 20 years of experience, is leading a transformation in the healthcare workforce through her startup, MedicalMatch. As a participant in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business, Phillips is leveraging the program’s resources to grow her business, […]
