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SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by University​ of North Dakota
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/und-spring-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260302T180000
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SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by University of Montana (Spring)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/um-spring-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by University of Wyoming (Spring)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/uwyo-spring-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by University of Nebraska Omaha (Spring)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/uno-spring-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260324T170000
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SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by South Dakota Mines (Spring)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/sdm-spring-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260325T110000
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SUMMARY:The I-Corps Effect: Mentor Panel
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/the-i-corps-effect-mentor-panel/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260330T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260309T155013Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T155013Z
UID:7349-1774857600-1774890000@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by South Dakota Mines (Closed)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-regional-i-corps-taught-by-south-dakota-mines-closed/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260519T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T184329Z
CREATED:20260309T155424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T184329Z
UID:7351-1779188400-1779195600@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps (Spring 2026)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-regional-i-corps-spring-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260604T173000
DTSTAMP:20260512T161704Z
CREATED:20251114T163648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T161704Z
UID:6870-1780578000-1780594200@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by University of South Dakota (Summer)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-usd-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260622T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260622T180520Z
CREATED:20260331T143806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T180520Z
UID:7402-1782115200-1782147600@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:Great Plains I-Corps: Discovery 60
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/discovery60/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260630T103000
DTSTAMP:20260618T203641Z
CREATED:20260618T141211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T203641Z
UID:7568-1782813600-1782815400@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:About the Ag45 I-Corps: An Agriculture Focused Training
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/ag45-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260715T162736Z
CREATED:20260416T201506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T162736Z
UID:7457-1784628000-1784638800@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by South Dakota Mines
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-regional-i-corps-taught-by-south-dakota-state-university-3/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260817T150000
DTSTAMP:20260731T160544Z
CREATED:20260512T142849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T160544Z
UID:7499-1786968000-1786978800@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by Wichita State University (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-wichita-fall-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260824T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260728T143934Z
CREATED:20260330T214240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T143934Z
UID:7393-1787558400-1787590800@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:Great Plains I-Corps: Ag45
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/ag45/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260902T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260902T170000
DTSTAMP:20260715T160629Z
CREATED:20260406T154350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T160629Z
UID:7421-1788364800-1788368400@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by University of Montana (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-um-fall-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260921T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260921T180000
DTSTAMP:20260715T160445Z
CREATED:20260512T144058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T160445Z
UID:7506-1790006400-1790013600@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by University of Kansas (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-ku-fall-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260928T210000
DTSTAMP:20260730T165645Z
CREATED:20260512T151753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T165645Z
UID:7514-1790618400-1790629200@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by University​ of North Dakota (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-und-fall-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20260929T153000
DTSTAMP:20260715T163102Z
CREATED:20260512T155713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T163102Z
UID:7518-1790690400-1790695800@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by University​ of Wyoming (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-uw-fall-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20261001T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20261001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260715T162243Z
CREATED:20251125T145034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T162243Z
UID:6887-1790863200-1790874000@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by University of Nebraska Omaha (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-uno-fall-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20261006T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20261006T110000
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UID:7493-1791277200-1791284400@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by Dakota State University (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-dsu-fall-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Guatemala:20261007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Guatemala:20261007T173000
DTSTAMP:20260727T205340Z
CREATED:20251114T163815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T205340Z
UID:6872-1791378000-1791394200@gp-icorps.org
SUMMARY:GPH Regional I-Corps | Taught by University of South Dakota (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:March 2		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				6:00 pm			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					8:00 pm				\n			\n							CST\n						 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									The Regional I-Corps training offers a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \n \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL) \nSchedule\n\nSession 1: Monday\, March 2\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 2: Monday\, March 9\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 3: Monday\, March 16\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 4: Monday\, March 23\, 5pm – 7pm MST\nSession 5: Monday\, March 30\, 5pm – 7pm MST\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\n \n 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									APPLY NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									MEET THE INSTRUCTORS								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sarah Truglio				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Sarah Truglio is currently serving as the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs at the University of Montana. Sarah is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. She spearheads programs that encourage students\, staff\, faculty\, and the greater community to think critically\, take risks\, and turn their ideas into reality\, providing them with the resources\, mentorship\, and opportunities needed to thrive in the competitive landscape. 								\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n		\n						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Alario				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Samantha Alario is a heart-led entrepreneur\, educator\, and mother of two. She is the founder of Gemini Mountain Swimwear\, a sustainable swimwear brand based in Missoula\, Montana\, known for its commitment to eco-friendly\, locally made products. \nIn addition to running her business\, Samantha serves as the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program Manager at the University of Montana\, where she works to support aspiring entrepreneurs and foster innovation through hands-on programs and mentorship. \nSamantha specializes in creating real value\, community-building through customer discovery\, and leveraging the entrepreneurial mindset to drive success. She thrives on helping others navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and enjoys guiding both startups and established businesses toward sustainable growth. \nOutside of her professional pursuits\, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors with her children\, collaborating with local artists\, and mentoring fellow entrepreneurs on their business and personal development journeys.
URL:https://gp-icorps.org/events/gph-usd-fall-2026/
CATEGORIES:Regional Cohort
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