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Inspiring Success
A native of India, Tushar Jain set his sights on the University of Idaho for his doctoral degree in engineering. “UI has a very good reputation in bio-fuel research,” he said. Now four years later, he’s invented a breakthrough, proprietary fermentation process with potential to save ethanol producers and breweries significant amounts of time and money. To make a go of it, he knew he needed a business plan. Enter Josh Riley, a senior in business last spring. He worked with Jain to write a plan for his College of Business’ capstone class.
Their plan won prizes on campus in both business and engineering competitions in May. Using it as a blueprint, Jain and Riley recently launched their own startup, Ruckus Fermentation Co. Based in Boise, it has attracted angel investors and many potential clients. ”None of this would have been possible without the guidance and connections we made through the VIEW Business Plan Competition,” said Riley. “We’re both extremely excited about our new venture.”
For more information about the College of Business and Economics, or how you can support students like Jain and Riley, contact: Toni Broyles tbroyles@uidaho.edu | (208) 885-2634 Chandra Ford chandra@uidaho.edu | (208) 364-9908
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