Innevator is a startup accelerator for early-stage technology companies hosted by the University of Nevada, Reno Innevator Center.
Donor Name: Reno Innevation Center
State: Nevada
Type of Grant: Accelerator
Deadline: 03/06/2022
Details:
InNEVator will focus on women-led technology startups, in particular, companies that are looking to apply for federal SBIR/STTR grants to accelerate their technology development for commercialization. Funded by the Small Business Administration, selected companies will work directly with experts to establish technical feasibility and commercial potential of their R&D efforts, explore product concepts and go-to-market strategy, and learn other aspects of building a company. Program participants can leverage the resources of the University of Nevada, Reno, and the broader Nevada business community to advance their companies to the next level.
Five-week bootcamp is designed to bring you to market faster. Its top business leaders and experienced professionals are here to help you overcome the many challenges that happen early on in your startup journey. The program will be offered in-person and online. Each week offers specialized workshops, custom curriculum, and access to the local business community.
- Mentorship: Small cohort size enables high-quality mentorship. Their team is here to help you overcome the many challenges early stage companies face.
- Technology: Their experts in technology will help guide you in building or refining your product development process in a Lean Startup environment.
- Markets: They will support you in conducting market analysis and exploring beachhead markets for your project.
- Customer Engagement: First customers and market validation are essential. They’re here to connect you with potential customers for valuable pilot projects and market feedback.
- Cost: There is no cost to participate in the program. A small amount of stipend may be available to help cover travel and incidental costs.
Eligibility Criteria
- For the Spring 2022 cohort, they are looking for serious founders of women-owned technology companies based in Nevada or moving to Nevada who are ready to take their ideas to the next level.
For more information, visit Innevator Accelerator For Female.