Atwood Innovation Plaza

Atwood Innovation Plaza — Southern Utah's Entrepreneurship Hub

The Atwood Innovation Plaza, located at Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University) in St. George, is a dynamic center for entrepreneurship, innovation, and business development in Southern Utah. The facility provides aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses with the resources, mentorship, and workspace they need to launch and grow successful ventures.

Resources & Programs

Atwood Innovation Plaza offers coworking spaces, private offices, meeting rooms, and event spaces designed to foster collaboration and creativity. Entrepreneurs benefit from mentorship programs, pitch competitions, business plan workshops, and connections to angel investors and venture capital networks. The plaza regularly hosts startup events, hackathons, networking mixers, and educational seminars covering topics from marketing to intellectual property law.

Fueling Southern Utah's Economy

As St. George continues its rapid growth, Atwood Innovation Plaza plays a vital role in diversifying the local economy beyond tourism and construction. The facility has helped launch dozens of tech startups, service businesses, and product companies that call Southern Utah home. Its partnership with Utah Tech University provides access to student talent, research capabilities, and academic expertise that enhance the entrepreneurial ecosystem.