U Startup Launchpad

​Interested in turning your innovation into a venture?

​Did you know startups spun out of the U are 3X more likely to achieve unicorn status (companies valued at over $1 billion) than average? (Source: Stanford University)

​Join successful founders, investors, and startup experts for a day of hands-on workshops and valuable networking. Get the practical tools and connections you need to launch and scale your startup.

​Agenda:

​9:30am-5:00pm - Startup Workshop

​Lunch will be provided.

​Session topics:

• ​The Startup Journey

• ​Crafting a Compelling Pitch Deck

• ​State of Funding VC Panel

• ​Key Legal & IP Considerations

• ​Raising Your First Round

• ​When & How to Pivot

• ​From Lab to Thriving Venture Panel

• ​And More!

​5:00pm-6:30pm - Reception (21+, no undergraduate students)

​Who's Invited:

​Current & aspiring founders • University faculty & students • Startup employees • Investors & mentors

​Individuals from the greater startup community and other universities are encouraged to attend.

​Presented by the Technology Licensing Office, Utah Venture Hub, Utah Innovation Fund, and Master of Business Creation.