About Us
The Idaho Entrepreneur Center is a 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to support entrepreneurs and small businesses in Idaho, including managing entrepreneurial programs for municipalities.
About Us
The Idaho Entrepreneur Center is a 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to support supports entrepreneurs and small businesses in Idaho, including managing entrepreneurial programs for municipalities.
Meet the team
Scott Allred
John Ward
Libby Waite
The Idaho Entrepreneur Center is dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses throughout Idaho, including managing entrepreneurial programs for municipalities.
History
The Idaho Entrepreneur Center was formed in August of 2024 from the Research and Business Development Center (RBDC). Since 2014, the Research and Business Development Center's mission was to provide undergraduate students with meaningful work experience to better prepare them for careers and life. The RBDC accelerated professional growth and provided tangible experience for over 8,000 students, while working with nearly 600 businesses in the last decade.
Entrepreneur Edge Program -An invaluable bundle of all our business resources at an affordable cost to get your business up and running.
Entrepreneur Boot Camp -In six weeks, learn from seasoned entrepreneurs who have already navigated this path and craft a detailed business roadmap.
Entrepreneur Launch Program -A tailor-made program for entrepreneurs and small business owners who are seeking funding and strategic guidance to propel their businesses forward.
Additionally, our co-work space will offer a collaborative environment where innovative ideas can flourish. We will host Networking Nights to facilitate valuable connections within the business community. Our research projects will deliver actionable insights without requiring a significant time investment from business clients.
In the coming months, we hope to expand our reach to all Eastern Idaho, and we will offer entrepreneurial support to surrounding municipalities. The Idaho Entrepreneur Center can supplement what municipalities already have in place by providing the following: Business incubators/accelerators, Support systems, and Education and training.
Entrepreneur Voices:
The IEC Podcast
Entrepreneur Voices will have new episodes on the 15th of each month. Our host is the lovely Renae Oswald of Oswald Service and Repairs. Renae will interview amazing entrepreneurs each month, delving into their experiences and what made them successful.
Episode One: Featuring Rob Tietjen, Local BYUI Professor and Successful Entrepreneur
Episode Two: Featuring Will Jenson, INL Economist and Market Research Expert