After months of a long and snowy winter (over 350 inches, to be exact!), warmer weather is finally making its way to the Keweenaw. Tulips are blooming, trees are budding, and new ideas are in the air. This month, we’re highlighting an innovative SmartStart graduate, welcoming a new AMMP cohort, sharing the story of a business making a positive impact, and much more. Keep reading to see what’s happening at MTEC this season!
FairMapr: Map Smarter, Not Harder
Lost in a sea of booths at a large event? Discover how an MTEC SmartStart graduate transformed a common frustration into a tool changing the way people navigate events.
AMMP 2026 Beginnings, A Recap
A new cohort full of fresh ideas and big ambitions. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the energy, connections, and momentum that’s driving this year’s founders forward.
A Healthy Choice, Right on Main
What started as a simple idea turned into something creating opportunities far beyond the menu. Discover how one small business in Ontonagon transformed an unexpected investment into a growing impact for employees, customers, and the community.
MTEC at 40th InBIA Conference
Last month, members of the MTEC team had the opportunity to attend the InBIA’s 40th International Conference on Business Innovation in Chicago. This conference brought together entrepreneurial drivers from around the world. During our time there, we were able to connect with peers, learn from experienced professionals, and tour accelerator spaces across the greater Chicago area. The days of insightful sessions and facility tours gave us a firsthand look at the not only Chicago’s flourishing entrepreneurial landscape, but the broader impact these efforts are having on other communities. The experience gave MTEC new perspectives that will help us enhance our work right here in the Keweenaw!
MTEC SmartZone Announces Six-Company Cohort for the 2026 AMMP Accelerator
Revex Speaking at UP Recycling and Development Workshop
What does the future of recycling look like for the UP?
Revex Technologies had the pleasure of speaking at the Upper Peninsula Regional Workshop: The Business of Recycling & Local Economic Development in Marquette this month. COO and Founder Michael Cleveland and other local leaders explored how expanding recycling efforts can drive innovation, strengthen local supply chains, and create new job opportunities across the UP.
