Saipan, CNMI — Creativity has always been at the heart of Samantha Salamon’s work. Known locally as a talented photographer, Samantha is now channeling that same passion into The Matcha Edit, a premium matcha drink experience designed to delight the senses and elevate the art of enjoying matcha in the CNMI. An innovator of the

Saipan, MP — The CNMI Innovation Incubator Program is expanding its support to emerging entrepreneurs and young leaders through a free Financial Literacy Workshop focused on strengthening essential money management and business finance skills. To broaden its impact, the program has opened this training to college students interested in building a strong financial foundation. The

Saipan, MP — The CNMI Innovation Incubator brought the community together for Love Local, a Valentine’s-themed Pop-Up Market held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Beach Road Plaza parking lot. The event welcomed families, students, entrepreneurs, and community members for an evening dedicated to supporting local businesses and celebrating the CNMI’s growing small business

Saipan, MP – The CNMI Innovation Incubator is proud to present Love Local, a Valentine’s-themed Pop-Up Market highlighting the creativity and innovation of local entrepreneurs. The event will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Beach Road Plaza parking lot. Love Local is a Valentine’s Pop-Up Market

Saipan, MP – The CNMI Innovation Incubator invites the community to save the date for Love Local, a Valentine’s-themed Small Business Night highlighting the innovation and talent of local entrepreneurs. The event will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Beach Road Plaza parking lot. Love Local

Saipan, MP – The CNMI Innovation Incubator Program recently concluded an impactful Business Planning and Strategy workshop, marking the launch of its Strategic Business Training Series for the inaugural cohort of local startups. The workshop took place on December 13, 2025, at the Incubator Makerspace in Beach Road Plaza, in collaboration with the Northern Marianas

Saipan, MP – The CNMI Innovation Incubator Program is continuing its mission to strengthen the entrepreneurial landscape in the Northern Mariana Islands. The program will launch the first of its series of strategic business training sessions on December 13, 2025, with a workshop on Business Planning and Strategy scheduled from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Saipan, MP — The Haunted Marketplace was a night to remember, drawing families, community members, and Halloween enthusiasts to celebrate local entrepreneurship and innovation. Hosted by the CNMI Innovation Incubator on Saturday, October 25, 2025, the Beach Road Plaza parking lot was transformed into a lively, Halloween-themed space that brought the community together in support

Saipan, MP – The CNMI Innovation Incubator program is excited to announce The Haunted Marketplace, a Halloween-themed Small Business Night showcasing local entrepreneurs and community talent. The event will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Beach Road Plaza parking lot in front of the Incubator Makerspace.

Interested applicants of the CNMI Innovation Incubator program speak with program manager Cherese Palacios, left. (NMC) — After a competitive selection process conducted by a panel of industry experts and community leaders, the CNMI Innovation Incubator at Northern Marianas College recently selected 14 local startups to receive one-on-one mentorship, marketing guidance, strategic planning, and access to