MTEC Smart Zone AMMP Accelerator Opening Remarks

Michigan Tech Enterprise Corporation (MTEC) SmartZone is one of 20 SmartZones in the State of Michigan. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization directed by theMichigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), their mission is to accelerate high-tech businesses growth in the region. Since 2003, MTEC SmartZone has created over 700 high-tech jobs in the Houghton/Hancock area.

MTEC SmartZone

We invite you to join us for the opening remarks of the AMMP Accelerator to learn valuable insights into the program's goals and objectives.

Michigan Tech Lakeshore Center

We invite you to join us for the launch of the AMMP Accelerator on Wednesday, May 1st, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM. This event is open to the community and will provide valuable insights into the program's goals and objectives. Opening remarks will be delivered by David Rowe, CEO of MTEC SmartZone, and Dr. Brad King, co-founder and CEO of Orbion Space Technology.Light snacks and beverages will be provided.The AMMP Accelerator is a $1.45 million pilot program supported by the EDA Venture Challenge Build funding. The program will support around five cohort companies every three years and aims to create 40 full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs in the Upper Midwest region, advise 120 companies in the community, and establish Keweenaw as a startup innovation hub for advanced materials and manufacturing.The program will be held in person in Houghton, MI, for three months, with participants expected to dedicate 15 hours per week to programming, in addition to one-on-one initiatives.We hope you can join us for this exciting event and learn more about how the AMMP Accelerator is supporting entrepreneurship in the Upper Midwest Region! Space is limited. Register today to secure your spot at the event!--Event Location Michigan Tech Lakeshore Center Community Room 600 E. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI 49931About the Speaker Dr. Brad King CEO and Co-Founder Orbion Space Technology, Inc.Dr. King is the Co-founder and CEO of Orbion Space Technology. Orbion manufactures xenon plasma propulsion thrusters that small satellites use to maneuver in space. King, an expert in spacecraft design and plasma physics, earned his PhD in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan. In addition to his role as CEO of Orbion, Dr. King is the Richard and Elizabeth Henes Chair of Space Systems Engineering at Michigan Technological University.Parking Logistics Please note that City of Houghton parking permits are required for Lot #2 for any stay over 2 hours. Free parking is available "up the hill" from the Michigan Tech Lakeshore Center at the following locations:<ul><li>902 College Avenue - This lot is across from the Krist Gas Station and behind the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce. This lot is the closest to the Lakeshore Center. The lot is actually on Lakeshore Drive to ensure there is no confusion between this lot and the Chamber parking lot.</li><li>401 E. Montezuma Avenue - This is the location of Heritage Manor Housing. The free parking is in the large lot between Heritage Manor and Grace United Methodist Church.-</li><li>110 Shelden Avenue - This is the location of the Downtowner Motel and Bar. The lot is adjacent to the Downtowner just before you get on the bridge.</li></ul>

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