Here’s the hard truth: great ideas don’t always make money. Market research can help you save time and money by knowing where to play and how to win. You must consider many factors to create a successful product or service. Is there motivation to purchase? Is there a market for the product? Is that market […]
Author: Savannah Adams
Clean Transportation with CleanFare
At the age of 16, Sam Hirsch became a social entrepreneur when he founded CleanFare — a mobile app that gives points to people using clean transportation by walking, biking and taking the train or bus. The app allows users to log in and get points and achievement awards as it tracks their mileage of […]
Curie Wear: STEM Clothing for Girls
After noticing a huge gap in clothing for young girls, Hillary Whitaker, a University of Utah accounting student, started Curie Wear in 2016, a company that designs custom fabrics focused on STEM. They keep their clothing designs feminine for young girls. As Whitaker said, “It is important to emphasize femininity and let girls know it […]
Money for Your Startup Idea! An Overview of Grant Programs at the U
Many students hold onto amazing ideas because they lack funding. Ideas can be anything from social movements to devices that make life easier. But lack of funding is no longer a reason to stop developing your ideas. The Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute helps you innovate by providing many funding opportunities. All students are welcome to participate. […]