The University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business continues to be recognized as a top program for entrepreneurship. In new rankings from U.S. News & World Report, its undergraduate program for entrepreneurship ranked No. 8 overall and No. 5 among public schools for 2025. The entrepreneurship program at the Eccles School is provided in […]
The Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute welcomed L9, the ninth group of student residents at Lassonde Studios, for the 2024-25 academic year in August. This diverse group will “live, create, launch” together in this unique building for student entrepreneurs and innovators at the University of Utah. All students at the U are welcome at Lassonde Studios, which […]
Susan Kingsley, a founder in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah, never imagined that losing her job would pave the way for her to become a successful entrepreneur, collaborating with esteemed organizations like Instacart and Pennsylvania University. Kingsley is CEO of ReviewMyeLearning, a platform designed to enhance the quality […]
Navigating the startup space can be challenging. Prototyping, finding and securing customers, and managing growth all present puzzles to solve. Every entrepreneur has a unique experience and can offer valuable advice to others. A Lassonde for Life workshop entitled Alumni Entrepreneur Panel featured entrepreneurs sharing tips for success. Lassonde for Life is a free and […]
Being an entrepreneur was never in Alex Wonder’s plans. Originally an artist from North Idaho, Wonder received her BFA in visual arts from Boise State in 2013 before moving to Salt Lake City to pursue her creative dreams. Specializing in witchy-inspired art pieces made from homegrown, foraged, and upcycled goods, she found her niche in […]
The growing age of digital media has created a high accessibility (as well as demand) for things like portrait photography. That’s why Elle Williams, an undergraduate business student at the University of Utah, has been turning her passion for capturing special moments into a business. Elle Williams Photography began relatively recently back in her hometown […]
Utah Mobile Emissions is the first mobile emission testing service in Utah, offering clients the convenience of having their emissions tested wherever they are. While in college, founder Daniel Diehl needed an emissions test for his vehicle. Despite searching various locations, he couldn’t find one with a short wait time and ended up wasting two […]
Our L9 community moved into Lassonde Studios in August 2024. Watch this video for highlights. This is the ninth group of students to live, create, launch here. We’re excited to see what they accomplish this year. Learn more about Lassonde Studios at lassonde.utah.edu/studios.
Selling your startup is one of the most difficult processes entrepreneurs go through, second only to launching. Chuck Sharp, University of Utah alum, CEO and founder of Shoreline, and serial entrepreneur would know – he’s sold three of his companies since 2001. In the Lassonde for Life workshop, “Selling Your Business,” he details seven tips […]
Located in the lobby of Lassonde Studios is one of the University of Utah’s most popular dining spots, Miller Cafe. On one side is the Miller Grill, which offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner options that are made to order. The grill offers a variety of made-to-order options including sandwiches, salads, smoothies, and more. On the […]
