Tim Cooley, Director of Entrepreneurship at Startup State Initiative, has over a decade of experience as an entrepreneur and startup advisor. He has guided hundreds of early-stage companies to success, helping them generate millions in revenue and raise over $200 million in venture funding. Tim specializes in helping CEOs master the fundraising process and advancing companies within the Park City Angel Network (PCAN). Discover essential business basics to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey at startup.utah.gov.
Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity
Government Administration
Salt Lake City, UT 10,713 followers
Focused on economic opportunity for Utah businesses and Utahns 📈
About us
The Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity charter is based on Gov. Cox's commitment to economic opportunity statewide. The mandate for this office is to provide rich business resources for the creation, growth, and recruitment of companies to Utah and increase tourism and film production in the state. The Go Utah office accomplishes this mission by administering programs based around industries or "economic clusters" that demonstrate the best potential for development. The office utilizes state resources and private sector contracts to fulfill its mission.
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http://business.utah.gov
External link for Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2006
- Specialties
- Corporate incentives, Starting a business in Utah, International trade in Utah, Business services, and Information Technology Placement
Locations
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Primary
60 East South Temple
Suite 300
Salt Lake City, UT 84111-1041, US
Employees at Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity
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Franz Kolb
International Relations, International Trade, Diplomacy and Protocol
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Jim Grover
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Fred G. Lange
Director, Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) - Utah Governor's Office of Economic Development
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Ryan Starks
Executive Director at Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity
Updates
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RootWords Inc., a woman-owned startup, was awarded a National Science Foundation SBIR program grant. The company, led by CEO Charlotte O'Connell, developed an app to support rapid vocabulary growth. O’Connell partnered with the Utah Innovation Center during the SBIR application process. https://lnkd.in/gsVeJBpS
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Market research and customer validation are key to starting a successful business! 🔍Talk to potential customers, get their feedback, and adjust your idea to meet REAL needs in your market. This boosts your business’s chances of success and sustainability. Learn more about market research, customer validation, competitive analysis, and more by checking out Step 3 of the Startup State Initiative's Entrepreneurship Journey: https://lnkd.in/gubqTjsm
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Nestled between high rolling hills, mountains, and a beautiful reservoir, the peaceful community of Mantua in Box Elder County experienced growth and change from its agricultural roots. Much of the newer development includes high-speed broadband internet. Read about the Utah Broadband Center's efforts in the Business In Utah magazine. https://lnkd.in/gHMDEZsB
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The Utah Department of Workforce Services is hosting a workshop on hiring and retaining individuals with disabilities. These individuals represent a highly skilled, motivated, and job-ready population that is often overlooked. The free workshop will be held in Salt Lake City on Sept. 10, 2024. Register now. https://lnkd.in/gE6at7cY
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Meet Suazo Center - an amazing partner at Startup State initiative! As a premier hub for minority-owned businesses, they empower Latino/Hispanic and underserved communities. Suazo offers crucial support to help entrepreneurs succeed and build wealth. https://suazocenter.org
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Thinking of starting a business, but need help narrowing down on your BIG ideas? Starting a business can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Here are some steps to help you get started: 1️⃣ Brainstorm: List what you're passionate about. 2️⃣ Determine if there is a profitable need in your market 3️⃣ Define your value proposition - identify the problem you are going to solve with this BIG idea and who you are going to solve it for 4️⃣ Test it out - there’s only one way to find out! Test out your concept with potential customers. You can find all of the resources on our website 👉startup.utah.gov
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In Step 2 of the Entrepreneurship Journey, you'll discover how your business can change the world. We'll guide you to resources on fundamental business terms, personal finance, time management, and market analysis. Plus, find tools for sales and marketing. Once you complete Step 2, we'll lead you through the next steps with easy, web-based tools. Start something here: https://lnkd.in/eJnkripH
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Utah is globally renowned as a hub for technology and innovation, fueled by a vibrant startup ecosystem, state-of-the-art university research, and a robust workforce. Utah's tech community is gaining momentum, advancing innovations from life-saving technologies to tools for space exploration. Read more in the Business In Utah magazine. https://lnkd.in/gKrVtzNq
Business In Utah - 2024
https://issuu.com
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🎙️ Tune in to our Business Elevated podcast! We dive into everything from technology and business to community service and the latest advancements in Utah. Available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify! Check out: https://lnkd.in/gQBENebT
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