Houghton MTEC SmartZone Announces Six Companies for First AMMP Accelerator Cohort

Houghton MTEC SmartZone Announces Six Companies for First AMMP Accelerator Cohort

MTEC SmartZone Selects Six Companies for AMMP Accelerator Program

HOUGHTON – MTEC SmartZone has announced the selection of six companies for its inaugural cohort of the AMMP Accelerator program, focusing on advanced materials and advanced manufacturing sectors. This initiative aims to support early-stage companies and position Keweenaw as a leading startup innovation hub in the Upper Midwest.

The selected companies include MycoNaut, Clear Water Nanotechnology, BioMang, Resurgent Innovations, Integrated Molecular Innovations, and Portable Oxygen Concentrator. Each company brings innovative solutions to various industries, such as biobased technologies, water monitoring technology, metal recovery, plastic waste handling, biosensing technology, and medical devices.

David Rowe, CEO of MTEC SmartZone, expressed excitement about the program’s potential impact on the region. He stated, “The AMMP Accelerator program represents a significant milestone in our efforts to cultivate innovation and drive economic growth in the Upper Midwest. With the support of the EDA Venture Challenge Build to Scale funding, we are confident that this initiative will create job opportunities and foster a thriving community of entrepreneurs.”

The program’s inaugural cohort will begin on April 30th and run for 13 weeks through the summer, with all sessions held in-person at MTEC offices in Houghton. Community members will have opportunities to attend learning sessions, which will be documented on the AMMP Accelerator website and social media platforms.

MTEC SmartZone, a non-profit organization working in conjunction with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, aims to support high-tech value propositions and has helped create over 800 high-tech jobs in Houghton since 2003. To stay updated on the AMMP Accelerator program’s progress, visit www.AMMPaccelerator.com and subscribe to the newsletter.

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