Utah’s Fintech Launch Pad
Accelerating financial technology and the companies creating it
What is fintechXstudio?
We are an early-stage startup accelerator for fintech builders in the state of Utah.
Stena fintechXstudio was created to fuel fintech innovation from students and recent alumni from universities across the state of Utah. Founded by successful fintech entrepreneurs, the studio is helping the next generation of fintech founders scale faster and sharpen their product vision.
fintechXstudio is launching a semi-annual cohort of 3-5 startups, and will give participants access to advisors, office collaboration space, startup funding and other business services to grow their companies.
Cohort participants will work through the Stena Center for Financial Technology at the University of Utah. The program lasts three months, providing cohort members an ideal environment to build, test and launch their fintech solution.
Who Can Participate?
If you are an undergraduate, graduate student, alumni within the last five years or faculty member from any university in Utah, this program is for you.
Companies and business ideas should be focused on financial technology and should be at early stage of development or product MVP stage.
How it Works
Fall 2025 Cohort
Got a fire to create the next great fintech?
What We Do For You
With any meaningful endeavor, launch trajectory determines success.
To help you get launched successfully, we provide several key benefits. These offerings come from outside entities and experienced professionals who have generously donated their time, services, and products for your benefit. You’ll be paired with a dedicated mentor and you’ll have access to three expert-led sessions covering cybersecurity, sales, and finance — equipping you with critical skills to protect your business, grow revenue, and manage resources effectively.
Contact Us
Email us at xstudio@utah.edu for specific questions or to request more information.
The fintechXstudio is a separate and independent entity that is not associated with the University of Utah. The University of Utah does not assume liability for the content practices or services provided by the fintechXstudio, including investment decisions.