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.
In the heart of the Bay Area, one founder is on a mission to make the world a little more cat-friendly. Through her venture Cat Connection, Francine Brownell is creating a digital platform that connects cat lovers, centralizes resources, and fosters a space for more people to get involved — all revolving around her favorite […]
Spencer Marx, a math student at the University of Utah, and partner Nathaniel Fargo, a electrical engineering and physics student, turned their idea for preventing injuries with AI into a $20,000 grand prize check by entering and winning the 2025, a medical innovation competition managed by the Center for Medical Innovation in partnership with the […]
Natalie Sandall is a driven entrepreneur and experienced health-care provider with a passion for patient care. A dental hygienist in Syracuse, Utah, for nearly 25 years, she has translated her passion for clinical interactions into building her own company. She is the co-founder of The Healthcare Advocates, a hands-on recruitment agency that she is growing […]
In a country where nearly half the rural population lacks access to basic eye care, Anidaso Eye Centre is rewriting the story of vision health in Ghana. Founded by Dr. Bright Vandyke Okyere, Anidaso is more than just a clinic — it’s a social health enterprise committed to eliminating avoidable blindness and empowering lives through restored vision. […]
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 […]
