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For many smallholder farmers in Nigeria, reliable access to agricultural advice that could help them increase yields and income is nearly impossible. Through the Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah, Agserver founder Emmanuel Chibuike is working to solve this challenge by bringing agricultural expertise directly to farmers through their mobile […]
Originally pursuing biology on a pre-med track, Dominic Gaviglio never expected to become the co-founder of a technology startup. Today, alongside co-founder Richard Ji, he is developing ForgeMetrics, a predictive maintenance platform that uses wireless vibration sensors and artificial intelligence to help manufacturers detect machine failures before they happen. ForgeMetrics is designed for computer numerical […]
The University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business announced Anne Bastien as the senior director of the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute, serving alongside executive director Scott Holley, recently. Bastien has nearly 16 years of experience at the institute and is a double alum of the University of Utah, where she earned her Bachelor of Science […]
Jared Snow, a recent graduate of the University of Utah’s Master of Business Creation (MBC) program and CEO of Destination Peru, played a central role in a historic Utah trade delegation to Peru — serving not only as a participant, but as the operator responsible for executing the delegation’s travel and on-the-ground experience in Cusco […]
Browse photos from the Tim Draper Utah Entrepreneur Challenge 2026 final awards event on March 28, 2026, at the University of Utah. College entrepreneurs from across the state competed for more than $75,000 in cash and prizes. Learn more about the competition at lassonde.utah.edu/uec.
Leonard Black will be remembered as an early advocate for student entrepreneurs at the University of Utah. He passed on Aug. 16, 2025, at the age of 83. During his time working at the University of Utah from 1999 to 2014, Black taught at the David Eccles School of Business and played a supporting role […]
Tucked into a welcoming corner of the Lassonde Studios first floor, Miller Cafe has earned its reputation as one of the top dining destinations on campus. Whether you’re craving breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the Miller Grill delivers tasty options daily — from hearty sandwiches to refreshing smoothies and more. Across from the grill, the Miller Market makes it easy […]
In the lobby of Lassonde Studios, tucked away in a comfortable corner is one of the most popular dining locations on campus, Miller Cafe. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all served with scrumptious options for each through the Miller Grill. A variety of sandwiches, smoothies, and more are available every single day. On the other […]
The MBC Marketing Agency at the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business has announced its student teams for the Summer 2025 semester. Offering more than just student projects, the MBC Marketing Agency is a fast-paced, hands-on opportunity blending real-world impact with professional development, doing real work for real companies enrolled in the Master […]
Browse photos from the Tim Draper Utah Entrepreneur Challenge 2025 final awards event on March 22, 2025, at the University of Utah. College entrepreneurs from across the state competed for more than $75,000 in cash and prizes. Learn more about the competition at lassonde.utah.edu/uec.
