Utah Innovation Fund

Utah Innovation Fund, Managing Director, Jefferson Moss joined Spencer Cox and esteemed life science leaders from BioUtah BioHive Utah, Halia Therapeutics, Inc.,Merit Medical Systems, Inc., ATL Technology, Recursion, Seek Labs, Edwards Lifesciences, ARUP Laboratories, bioMérieux, and Alucent Biomedical, Inc. for an inspiring luncheon to discuss the future of the rapidly growing industry in Utah! https://lnkd.in/gSnqutHw

We are thrilled to announce that we've been selected as a spoke of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) Investor Catalyst Hub network! We are excited to be a part of this nationwide network dedicated to accelerating groundbreaking advances in science and medicine - all in pursuit of better health outcomes for everyone. #ARPAH #ARPANETH #MedTech #HealthTech #InvestorCatalystHub #HealthInnovation

Come listen to Utah Innovation Fund, Managing Director, Jefferson Moss, speak on a panel about workforce at the One-U Responsible AI Initiative Industry Partnership Summit on June 10th! https://lnkd.in/g6j3Mtba

We're incredibly lucky to have people like Cydni Rogers Tetro on our board at the Utah Innovation Fund! https://lnkd.in/gagjDmAz

We are thrilled to announce that Melissa Smolik, former Foundation Director of Saving Gracie Foundation, will be joining the Utah Innovation Fund as our new Executive Assistant & Administrative Project Specialist! She joins us after spending years running a non-profit and working as a Senior Lab Specialist at the Dudek Neurosurgery Lab at the University of Utah. We are excited for the wealth of knowledge and skills Melissa brings to our team. Her unique blend of technical and soft skills will be invaluable as we continue to drive innovation and growth. Welcome aboard, Melissa!

Thanks to Scott Anderson & team from Zions Bank and World Trade Center Utah (WTC Utah) for hosting the Utah Crossroads of the World International Trade Summit last month! The event brought together global business and political leaders to discuss opportunities for growth and collaboration. Highlights included inspiring keynote speeches, insightful breakout sessions, and networking with industry experts. Special thanks to everyone that helped put on an incredible event that showcased Utah's potential on the global stage. #Innovation #StartupState #Investors

We love seeing Utah on this list!!! #lifesciences #saltlakecity #innovation https://lnkd.in/gi8cr6UB

Great article by Jeremy Andrus in the Deseret News about the importance of technology hubs and more specifically Utah's continuous rise to the top as one of those hubs! With a projected rapid growth in tech employment and significant contributions to both the state and national economies, Utah continues to advance as a global center for technology and innovation. #SiliconSlopes #Innovation #StartupState #Leadership https://lnkd.in/gwXKPDnj

A huge thank you to Aimee Edwards and the entire team at BioHive Utah for hosting an exceptional BioHive Live event yesterday! The insightful discussions featuring incredible speakers and networking opportunities were invaluable. It was inspiring to see so many passionate professionals come together to advance biotech, life sciences, & health tech in Utah! Looking forward to the next one! Huge shout out to Altitude Lab and J.P. Morgan for sponsoring and hosting the after-party at Edison House! #networking #biotech #startupstate #Utah

The Utah Valley University Women and AI Symposium, an event that truly underscored the dynamic and innovative spirit of our AI community. The symposium was not only a celebration of advancements in AI but also a profound acknowledgment of the pivotal role women play in shaping this field. We were treated to a series of inspiring talks and panel discussions that delved into the latest in AI technology, ethical AI practices, and the future of how women can lead in tech in Utah. The energy was electric, with so many passionate individuals eager to drive change and make a positive impact. Great Panelists: Tara Spalding, Kori Ann Edwards, Heather Nemelka, 🕷 Bree Jones, Susan L. Thackeray, Ed.D., Marissa Saunders, Sunny Washington, Trina L., and so many others!