
ABOUT
We’re so happy you’re here. Now, let us introduce ourselves.
CANYON VENTURES
Connecting startup entrepreneurs
Located on the Opportunity Zone of West Phoenix, Arizona, GCU’s Canyon Ventures is a startup business accelerator. Our unique program educates, mentors, and connects startup ventures with the right relationships and resources to flourish.
We have the ultimate faith in our community and generously invest to bring energy and excitement into growing businesses.
MEET THE TEAM
The friendly faces behind Canyon Ventures

BRIAN MUELLER
PRESIDENT, GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY

JOHN KAITES
DEAN, COLANGELO COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

ROBERT VERA
MBA, FOUNDING DIRECTOR, GCU’S CANYON VENTURES CENTER FOR INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

TIMOTHY KELLEY
CHAIR, GCU ENTREPRENEURIAL PROGRAM