The Center for Innovation (CFI) empowers UND students, faculty, and alumni to turn bold ideas into real-world impact. Through business mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to funding, we help entrepreneurs grow ventures that fuel North Dakota’s economy and beyond.
As a collaborative partner in the thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem of Grand Forks and across the state, CFI advances UND’s LEADS Strategic Plan by igniting innovation, reducing risk, and increasing the likelihood of long-term success.