Our mission is to foster innovation, nurture creative ideas, and empower aspiring entrepreneurs in Grand Forks, ND. We achieve this by providing entrepreneurial education, expert coaching, and serving as a local business resource hub.

$30 Million+
Capital Raised
11,157 Sq. Ft.
of Incubator Space
150+
Employed by Incubator Members
100+
Clients Funded By Innovate ND
25+
Student Interns

Whether you are developing an idea, are an entrepreneur to start your business, or a company seeking to grow, at the Center for Innovation, we transform your goals into reality with the support of our experts. Come and discover how we can help you!

Our Experts can help you with the following and more

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  • Attend LAUNCH on April 29th, 2025
    Join us on April 29, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM at the UND Memorial Union for LAUNCH, a high-energy demo day where startups showcase their products and progress to investors, mentors, and industry experts.
  • Attend the 2025 Grand Awards!
    Come and celebrate the Grand Forks region’s entrepreneurs on Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 at the Grand Awards! The Grand Awards… Read more »
  • Getting to Know Adrian Luevano
    Adrian serves as our Process Improvement Specialist at CFI. Whether he’s managing events, helping members and guests, or brainstorming with the team, he’s always on the go. Read on to learn more about Adrian!
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At the UND Center for Innovation, we’re proud to support forward-thinking projects like Project RuralReach. Check out this article from Government Technology News to learn how Project RuralReach is using drones to enhance connectivity in rural areas.🔗 Read more: bit.ly/4l15vwc#UNDProud | University of North Dakota UND Research & Economic Development UND Nistler College of Business & Public Administration Northern Plains UAS Test Site Vantis UAS ISight Drone Services Botlink Censys Technologies Corporation See MoreSee Less
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