Learn about some of the amazing student startup companies at the University of Utah. Students from all departments are inventing new products and starting businesses.
Israel Chigozirim is committed to returning wealth to farmers in Africa. He is doing this through his company, Riwe, an altruistic Nigerian startup in the Masters Business Creation (MBC) Global program that provides expedited insurance and crucial resources to farmers. “There has been an ironic shift in agriculture,” he said. “We see farmers struggling and […]
A cashew nut may be small, but in the hands of Ghana’s JGrand Commodities it’s a powerful engine for local empowerment, innovation, and global expansion. The idea started modestly: just one shelf on a father’s porch. But for Justice Ganaku, that tiny beginning sparked a much bigger vision. After completing Ghana’s national service and holding […]
Drew Johnson is combining his passion for medicine and fitness as the founder of IQ Elevate Labs, which provide cognitive enhancement supplements. He is currently growing the company in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah. With a father who was a physician, Johnson has always had a deep connection […]
When most people think of energy drinks, they picture a jittery caffeine overload in a neon can. But one University of Utah student is flipping the script with a product designed for the everyday person — not just the extreme sports crowd. Meet No Consequence, a zero-sugar, low-calorie, and moderately caffeinated energy drink founded by […]
In East Africa, a quiet revolution is taking place — led by insects. Dudu Masters, a Kenyan-based startup, is turning organic insect waste into sustainable farming solutions for smallholder farmers across the continent. Leading this movement is Jannifer Muthike, a trained entomologist turned “agripreneur,” who is using her knowledge of insects — specifically the black […]
As business software evolves, it inevitably becomes more complex. In an era where business success hinges on the proper utilization of software, founders face mounting pressure to be experts in every aspect of their operation. Elevate Operations wants to alleviate that stress as a service dedicated to harnessing software tools to streamline workflows and maximize […]
“People always think of Africa as a place of problems, so we need problem solvers,” said Samuel Quansah, founder of Algo Peers and a founder in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) Global program at the University of Utah. He is determined to fix the education system in underserved African communities. Growing up in Ghana, […]
How satisfied are you with your last stay at a hotel? Did you leave feeling taken care of? How seamless was your arrival? Your departure? John Dodson is focused on questions like these. As a founder in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business, Dodson is […]
Around the world, roughly 3.6 billion people lack access to proper sanitation facilities like toilets or sewage systems, according to the International Code Council 2025. Regardless of location, this problem affects people daily and can be extremely difficult to overcome without the right resources or funds. Dieudonne Kwame Agudah is addressing these challenges in Ghana […]
From humble beginnings with just $500, Kusi has grown into a luxury brand with a heartfelt mission that extends far beyond profit margins. The company, with a name meaning “happiness” in Quechua, specializes in handcrafted products made from alpaca wool and has established itself in multiple markets across the United States during its five years […]
