Helping founders find community and connections
The virtual Builder Program at the Wond’ry provides a step-by-step guide for aspiring university-affiliated entrepreneurs (students, faculty, staff, and alumni) with a viable early-stage idea to launch a new venture. Builder is the perfect next step for graduates of a Regional NSF I-Corps Program, such as the Sullivan Family Ideator Program, or entrepreneurs with a validated product, technology, or service that have already engaged in customer discovery efforts, found a product-solution fit and would like to learn how to launch a new non-profit or for-profit venture or pursue a licensing deal.
Our mission is simple: to support early-stage agtech and agri-food startups by equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive. Participants will be well-prepared for advanced programs and resources offered by AgLaunch and our esteemed partners.
Learn more →AgLaunch offers a comprehensive, national mentorship network designed to support and meet the needs of agtech startups as they complete the accelerator and executive field trials. Our mentors possess a wide range of expertise, covering everything from marketing to intellectual property, to ensure the success of new ventures.
Learn more →Offers a unique, farm-immersive business development experience tailored for startups poised to revolutionize production agriculture. What sets AgLaunch365 apart is our collaborative approach. Farmers are involved from the outset, helping to review, select, trial, and invest in promising new technologies that address critical agricultural challenges.
Learn more →With support from LaunchTN, the network will focus on supporting new entrepreneurs in the agtech space as well as startups led by seasoned entrepreneurs who are new to the agriculture industry. We are looking to build on that experience by developing a network of mentors and farmers that will work with Tennessee agtech startups to bring their product or service to market.
Learn more →The Memphis Hub Accelerator Program streamlines access to the Alchemist Accelerator for firms either located in Memphis or interested in relocating and/or opening a new office in the region because of potential customers or industries.
Learn more →Brandcamp is a cohort program designed to help founders find their “why”, and learn how to communicate that vision clearly. Brandcamp leads local Knoxville companies through a series of class sessions and activities in order to help business owners and founders understand the process of brand planning, including market research, the development of a brand platform, customer discovery and the exploration of the customer journey, persona-based messaging and channel planning.
Learn more →A resource hub, Business Studio supports growth, development, and inspires new ideas through workshops, networking, and business matchmaking tools.
Learn more →We are a vibrant community dedicated to inspiring, connecting, and supporting women and girls in their tech pursuits. Whether you're just starting your journey or are a seasoned professional, ChaTech Women provides the education, mentorship, and network you need to thrive.
Learn more →An eight-week experience designed to help restaurant owners and operators navigate through uncertain times and build for long-term success. The training experience made possible by this partnership will cover everything from navigating regulations, to how to build and improve your financial foundation, to marketing to your customers, human resources, and more.
Learn more →Sustainable Mobility Accelerator powered by gener8tor supports up to twelve high-growth startups per year (2 cohorts of 6) working at the forefront of sustainable mobility.
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