Provo Labs Academy Helps Start Up Companies: Utah County Entrepreneurs Have an Exciting New Option for Building a Successful Business

Provo, UT, October 13, 2006 —- Provo Labs Academy officially opened for business this month with the completion of the Don Comer Technology Park building on 9th East in Provo, adjacent to Brigham Young University.

More than fifty entrepreneurs showed up for the initial open house and tour last Monday, and many are joining the Academy and setting up shop.

The Academy is designed to help small start up companies by providing them with office space for as little as $200 per month. But that is just the beginning. The Academy will hold many training and networking events each week to help entrepreneurs learn how to build a successful company.

“We want the Provo Labs Academy to be a catalyst for economic growth in Utah County, turning out dozens of companies that know how to use the internet effectively. This is a fantastic opportunity for entrepreneurs to learn from others and gain experience in a way that they won’t be able to find anywhere else,” said Paul Allen, CEO, Provo Labs Academy

Paul Allen will provide ongoing training on powerful internet marketing tactics that he learned at MyFamily.com and 10x Marketing, two companies that he previously founded. He will also invite dozens of guest lecturers to share their startup experiences with the Academy members.

One of the primary reasons so many entrepreneurs are flocking to the Academy is the chance to learn from each other as they take the many steps required to make a venture successful. Regular brainstorm sessions will be held where entrepreneurs will help each other find solutions to their biggest challenges.

”I'll be teaching companies how to get more visitors to their web sites through online marketing, including search engine optimization, pay-per-click campaigns, email marketing, affiliate programs, partnering with other web sites, and the newest craze, online video,” Allen said. “I'll also invite guest speakers regularly to inspire and train them. We'll cover dozens of tactics, any one of which can bring new customers and help a business really grow.”

Provo Labs Academy members receive a workspace office which includes a desk, computer, phone, high-speed Internet (using iProvo's fiber optic network), and access to conference room (with a projector) and a break room. Weekly training on dozens of topics important for startup companies will be offered. Members will also have access to a valuable library of resources, including conference materials, case studies, analyst reports, as well as Provo Labs’ business, video, audio, and book library.

Provo Labs Academy is conveniently located on 1234 North 900 East. Membership is filling up fast. Space is available for up to 50 members. Reserve your spot today by calling Roger Andrus at (801) 852-6163, or register at <www.provolabs.com/academy>.

”My hope is that after a few months, they will have applied what they are learning and will be growing their business. Hopefully, they'll soon outgrow our small space and need to move out and move on,” Allen said.

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About Provo Labs Academy
Provo Labs Academy is more than just a new business location with office facilities. The Academy is a place where entrepreneurs come to succeed with their startup companies, learn the key to Internet marketing success, and access a variety of resources, such as weekly training, cutting-edge technology, office space, and social networking.