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<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://www.concepttocompany.org/ Concept to Company Contest Series] - The Grow Utah Ventures "Concept to Company" competitions are ongoing innovation contests held in various regions across the state of Utah. Each competition focuses on the unique entrepreneurial strengths of that particular region. To date, over $580,000 in cash/services has been awarded and over 85 businesses launched!</span>

= '''Regular Events''' =

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://www.pushbuttonsummit.com/ Pushbutton Summit] - The PushButton Digital Media Summit is a premier Digital Media Event centered on the intersection of the creativity & technology! Hosted in Utah & sponsored by Grow Utah, Zions Bank, and the Governor's Office of Economic Development this event consists of expert presentations, exhibits, creative contests, and best-practices from successful industry leaders.</span>

= '''Foreign Corporation Recruiting''' =

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://business.utah.gov/ Governor’s Office of Economic Development] - is based on Governor Herbert's commitment to economic development statewide. The mandate for this office is to provide rich business resources for the creation, growth and recruitment of companies to Utah and to increase tourism and film production in the state. The Governor's Office of Economic Development accomplishes this mission through the administration of programs that are based around industries or "economic clusters" that demonstrate the best potential for development. The Governor's Office of Economic Development utilizes state resources and private sector contracts to fulfill its mission.</span>

= '''Government Contracts''' =

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://business.utah.gov/contracting/PTAC/ Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) of Utah] - helps small businesses with all phases of Government contracting -federal, state, and local. Counselors provide one-on-one and group instruction that helps clients identify contracting opportunities, which can create growth of market share and revenues for them.&nbsp; The government is an excellent customer because they generally purchase in large quantities, and pay their bills on time.</span>

= '''Government Grants/Funding''' =

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://business.utah.gov/programs/tcip/ GOED TCIP Grants] - TCIP was designed to speed the process of taking university-developed, cutting-edge technologies to market, thereby driving economic development and creating jobs for Utahns. Historically, the TCIP statute permitted grants only to technologies derived from Utah universities. In 2014, changes to the TCIP statute additionally permit funding small businesses that are commercializing technology developed independently of a Utah higher education institution.</span>

= '''International Trade''' =

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://www.wtcut.com/ World Trade Center Utah (WTCU)] - is a "first stop" support organization and information hub where a business can receive an initial analysis of their trade capabilities, challenges, and opportunities; referrals to the most relevant services; and access to essential educational events to increase their expertise. WTCU's signature service begins with a three step process of assess, educate & connect.</span>

= '''Intellectual Property''' =

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://www.freetechpatents.com/ FreeTechPatents.com] - This is a company that entered the UVU Go-To-Market Accelerator. They offer free administrative services to help with filling out necessary forms, making government payments, and generally handling all of the steps in the patent filing process.&nbsp; It's useful for inventors who can't afford a patent attorney, but want to get protection for their invention based on their own provisional patent application.</span>

= '''Manufacturing/Prototyping''' =

<span style="font-size:medium;">&nbsp;[http://programs.weber.edu/ucaid/ UCAID] – based at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, serves the nation's aviation, aerospace, and manufacturing industries by conducting contracted applied scientific and engineering research for our industry partners and clients.</span>

= '''Office Space/Incubation''' =

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://www.bioinnovationsgateway.org/ BioInnovations Gateway] - Known for its leadership in life-sciences innovation, Utah has launched one of the first projects of its kind in the nation. BiG is a new high-tech educational facility designed to enhance the training of Utah's life sciences workforce and spur economic development through business incubation.</span>

= '''Networking''' =

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://www.startuputah.com/ StartupUtah] - is a regional initiative to increase the breadth and depth of entrepreneurial ecosystem across the State of Utah. From St. George to Cedar City, from Provo to Salt Lake City to Ogden, and across the Wasatch into Park City. Our mission is to multiply connections among entrepreneurs and mentors, improve access to entrepreneurial education, and build a more vibrant entrepreneurial community. The initiative is associated with the national [http://www.s.co/ Startup America Partnership] sponsored by the White House.</span>

== Networking: Central Utah ==

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://www.uvef.net/ Utah Valley Entrepreneurial Forum (UVEF)] - is a volunteer non-profit support group connecting entrepreneurs to Money, Markets, and Mentors. Celebrating 20 years of new business success, UVEF empowers individuals to thrive in business through potent education and networking. Our mission is to provide effective tools and create synergy between our members and business experts. Among the many benefits of a UVEF membership is admission to our monthly networking events featuring a captivating keynote speaker and special programs. Meals are always included for members at all events. Members also enjoy exclusive access to our group membership directory and discussion board, podcasts and much more.</span>

== Networking: SLC ==

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://gangplankut.org/ Gangplank Utah] – &nbsp;believes creativity is fostered when individuals are gathered together in a low-key, informal setting. Located in a fabulous old house on the campus of the University of Utah, we have created an open environment where individuals can just drop in and surround themselves with those who share the same collaborative entrepreneurial spirit. We are "breaking down the walls" both figuratively and literally.</span>

== Networking: Technology ==

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://www.utahtech.org/ Utah Technology Council] - Utah's premier professional association, the Utah Technology Council has become the essential business resource for life science, clean-tech and high-tech companies seeking to achieve greater success. At its core, UTC exists to foster the GROWTH of the state's more than 5,700 technology companies, ensure Utah develops the highest QUALITY WORKFORCE in the nation and attract an ever-increasing array of FUNDING. Members join UTC to share insights with industry peers, counsel with government and academic leaders and receive help from professional service providers and funding resources.</span>

== Networking: Women ==

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://evoconference.com/ Evo - Womens Social Media Evolution] - Evo is a Utah conference that blends workshops, networking, parties and the wind-in-your-hair relaxation that can only be found by spending summertime in the mountains. It's for Women bloggers, businesses, and social media junkies of all levels. It involves hands-on tutorials and workshops, thoughtful discussions and keynote panels. Network and party with the friends and brands you love.</span>

== Networking: Public Speaking - Pitching ==

<span style="font-size:medium;">[http://www.ignitesaltlake.com/ignite/index.cfm/about/ Ignite Salt Lake] - "Enlighten us, but make it quick" is the slogan of Ignite–a community event celebrating the passion and creativity of geek culture, sponsored by O'Reilly Media. Ignite events showcase a series of speakers who, in rapid succession, give five-minute talks on whatever ignites their passion. The format is half the fun with Ignite–speakers are allowed 20 slides that auto-forward every 15 seconds, whether they're ready or not. Organized by volunteers in the local community and presented free of charge to their communities, Ignite talks range from starting your own role playing game, to the rules of roller derby, to quitting drinking bottled water</span>

= '''Business and Startup News''' =

<span style="font-size:medium;"><span style="color:#0000ff;">UVU BRC Newsletter</span> - 3k to 4k followers on the newsletter list.</span>

= '''Technology Transfer – Research Commercialization''' =