Founders & Funders: SLC VC Reverse Pitch

The Startup Huddle provides a unique platform to highlight emerging startup companies within the ecosystem. Unlike traditional fundraising pitches, companies are encouraged to present specific challenges they are facing—whether business, regulatory, or intellectual property issues. The audience will comprise experienced life science operational leaders, mentors and angel investors who will offer free guidance, advice, and diverse perspectives. Anyone interested or involved with the life sciences community is welcome to attend! This innovative approach not only offers companies valuable visibility but also provides health tech investors with an early look at promising ventures. Come join us! (Must be 21+ to attend)

Join us for a Tech Tuesday focused on water technology innovation, commercialization, and industry collaboration. Water challenges are increasingly urgent across Utah, the Mountain West, and the world. From water quality and treatment to reuse, sensing, PFAS, atmospheric water harvesting, infrastructure resilience, and sustainable resource management, university researchers are developing technologies with the potential to make a meaningful impact beyond the lab. Speakers include: Dr. Ling Zang, Professor of Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Utah, also serving as the Associate Dean for Research for the Price College of Engineering at the University of Utah Mr. David Cumming, Chairman of the Cumming Foundation and Co-Chair of the Great Salt Lake Alliance Dr. Saroosh Mortazavian, Environmental Engineer at Carollo Engineers Dr. Marian Rice, Moderator, Director Peak Water Sustainability Engine This event is designed for faculty, researchers, industry professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, policy-makers, and anyone interested in water technology innovation and commercialization. Light refreshments will be served. Must be 21 years of age to attend.

Join BioHive for another Speed Mentoring event with our Women in Tech and Science Community. Looking for a mentor, advice or a new connection? Take the opportunity to meet with some of the most experienced and knowledgeable members of the hive. We are so excited to be partnering with Silicon Slopes Latino and the Utah HealthTech Network to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us to celebrate Hispanic talent, leadership and the power of community and connection. Meet one-on-one with mentors from across Utah’s ecosystem, including Latino leaders who will share their perspectives, experiences and expertise. Meet the mentors here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/139blmh1L7bFZIMC4Avp3rUtYj4R18EOi/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104776271194202953639&rtpof=true&sd=true Nelson Labs is offering a facility tour after the event! If you are interested please show up in long pants and close-toed shoes. When you arrive, let the check-in staff know you want to take the tour and they will get you signed up. Stay tuned for a full roster of mentors!

Bringing together Utah’s diverse professionals, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and international business partners.

This one-day event brings together campus and community partners to explore the future of responsible AI. Hear from university, state, and national leaders and enjoy talks from university researchers in the initiative’s thematic areas: environment, health care and wellness, and teaching and learning. Plus, network and browse research posters. More information: https://rai.utah.edu/symposium/