Helping founders find community and connections
Community makerspace providing BIPOC entrepreneurs and innovators access to 3D printers, prototyping tools, and technical expertise to develop physical products.
Free student consulting service providing cross-functional ISU student teams led by faculty mentors to solve business challenges for external companies.
Learn more →Resource connection service linking Iowa high-tech entrepreneurs with relevant programs, funding sources, mentors, and support organizations across the state.
Learn more →Business innovation support program from NewBoCo helping Iowa startups access coaching, mentoring, and subject matter experts across all business types and stages.
Learn more →Community makerspace and digital fabrication lab offering 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC milling, electronics, and project-based learning for students and entrepreneurs.
Learn more →State-of-the-art rapid prototyping facility giving UI entrepreneurs access to equipment and expertise to build and test physical product prototypes.
Learn more →Free federal grant application assistance program helping Iowa businesses prepare SBIR and STTR Phase I and Phase II applications through expert technical writing support.
Learn more →Fully-funded program helping Iowa researchers and entrepreneurs apply for federal SBIR/STTR grants, offering proposal support and coaching to maximize award success.
Learn more →Supports University of Iowa faculty, staff, and graduate students in commercializing research discoveries through licensing, startup formation, and entrepreneurial development.
Learn more →Free team mentoring program using MIT VMS methodology, connecting UI-affiliated entrepreneurs with experienced volunteer mentors for confidential ongoing support.
Learn more →Post-accelerator team mentoring program using MIT VMS model, connecting Drake Business Accelerator graduates with experienced volunteer mentor teams.
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