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Why the MBC is the best graduate degree for entrepreneurs

If you’re an entrepreneur thinking about going to graduate school to learn how to grow your business, you have hundreds of options. Beyond the many schools to choose from, there are numerous degree types. One of the most well-known is the MBA. Others include master’s degrees in fundraising, finance, sales, marketing, innovation management, and many […]

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The Best Funding and Programs for Startups (in Utah & Beyond)

Whether your entrepreneurial journey has just started, you’re ready to sell, or you’re somewhere in between, one thing will always be true: you need money. This was the topic of a recent Lassonde for Life workshop, “Funding and Programs for Startup,” led by multi-hyphenate entrepreneur Tim Cooley. As a University of Utah MBA graduate, former […]

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Deep Dark Drinking Chocolate: A Journey from Passion to Purpose

Emily Nichols, an entrepreneur and founder in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah, is on a mission to transform how Americans experience chocolate. Her company, Deep Dark Drinking Chocolate, brings the indulgent richness of European style drinking chocolate to a market more familiar with traditional hot cocoa. Nichols’ love […]

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Top 20 Announced in 2025 Tim Draper High School Utah Entrepreneur Challenge

The Tim Draper High School Utah Entrepreneur Challenge (HSUEC) announced the top 20 teams, from over 220 applications, for 2024-25 this week. They will advance to the final stage of this business-idea competition, which is open to all high school students across Utah, ages 14-18. They are competing for $30,000 in cash and scholarships. This competition […]

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Now Hiring: Executive Director for the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute

We’re seeking a new Executive Director for the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute, a top-ranked program at the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate. The Executive Director will manage the strategic infrastructure and operations of the Institute and serve as an “entrepreneur in residence” while mentoring […]

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Legendary Venture Capitalist Tim Draper Donates $500,000 to Utah Entrepreneur Challenge

Legendary Silicon Valley venture capitalist, founder, philanthropist and entrepreneurship thought-leader Tim Draper is supporting young entrepreneurs across Utah with a $500,000 gift to support the Utah Entrepreneur Challenge and related High School Utah Entrepreneur Challenge. The Utah Entrepreneur Challenge is a business-model competition for college students at participating universities across the state, while the High […]

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Meet the Lassonde Studios Resident Student Leaders for 2024-25

Meet this year’s Resident Student Leaders at Lassonde Studios. These student leaders live and lead at Lassonde, making sure residents are safe, happy, and healthy. They are accomplished and involved, serving as great role models for the students in their community. There are three Resident Student Leader roles: Experience Coaches, Roommate Facilitators, and Social Activity […]

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