Nearly 20 years ago, Angela Reyes immigrated from Colombia to the United States to pursue her passion for singing and music. Now, she’s dedicating her time to helping people like her integrate into their adopted societies without sacrificing their cultural roots. That’s why, with the help of her cousin Melissa Reynosa, she started Kings Music […]
Bella Tukuafu Johnson, a founder in the University of Utah’s Master of Business Creation (MBC) program, is reshaping the landscape of clinical research through her startup, Kalo Clinical Research. It helps pharmaceutical companies make better medicine by including diverse and underrepresented communities in their studies. “We hope to stand as a beacon to all clinical […]
Emi & Co. Art is simplifying the art acquisition process for homeowners and interior designers. It was founded by Emi Dalton, an art curator and dealer with a passion for transforming spaces with original fine art. She is growing her company in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah’s David […]
The Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute events calendar for spring 2024 is now available in print and online formats. See links below. We have many events and opportunities planned for the semester. We have Make Space hours, grants, workshops, mentor hours, application deadlines, entrepreneur classes through the Department of Entrepreneurship & Strategy, and more. All University of […]
Meet the hospitality managers at Lassonde Studios. From managing the front desk with a smile to assisting you with any questions or problems, they’re dedicated to making Lassonde feel like home. Read more below about the hospitality managers working to keep things running smoothly. Next time you’re in the building, stop by and say hello! […]
Seven student startup teams received $6,500 in Get Seeded milestone grants in the round ending in November 2023. See below for a list of teams and their product ideas. The final pitch event for regular grants was held at Lassonde Studios. It included live startup pitches, free food, and public voting to determine who received […]
Watch this video to learn why students at the University of Utah chose to live, create, launch at Lassonde Studios. All current and incoming students are welcome to apply to live here and get involved during the academic year and summer. We have many programs and opportunity for students to learn about and experience […]
Here are the photos from events and activities at Lassonde Studios in November 2023. During this month, we were recognized at the 2023 Utah Innovation Awards, attended workshops, celebrated Thanksgiving, pitched for Get Seeded grants, attended Make It activities, spent time with friends, and more. Find upcoming events here: lassonde.utah.edu/calendar.
In today’s world, it seems like there’s a software for everything. But how do small business owners know what to use — and how to use it? The digital space can be difficult for small businesses to navigate. Small Business To Go provides a solution by bridging the gap between small businesses and the ever-growing […]
The Miller Cafe is committed to catering to the diverse dietary preferences of every student. The cafe chefs and management pride themselves on offering a range of products, including vegan and vegetarian options, foods made without gluten ingredients, and customizable orders. Whether you seek a nutritious snack or a delightful treat, Miller Cafe is here […]
