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An introductory workshop for bringing your inventions to the world. Ready to unlock the full potential of your research? Join the Starting Blocks Customer Discovery Workshop offered by Venture Partners at CU Boulder, part of the part of the National Science Foundation (NSF) I-CorpsTM Hub: West Region. This workshop is designed for innovators motivated to translate their research, get funding and make a lasting impact.
Starting Blocks equips researchers, creators, engineers and scientists from any research institution with the tools and resources needed to bring their innovations to those in need and enhance their competitiveness for funding. Over three weeks, gain a deeper understanding of the commercialization process, develop a solid foundation in business concepts and accelerate your journey toward commercialization.
Ready to go further? Starting Blocks can be a great step before participating in the Research-to-Market (R2M) Customer Discovery Program and the National I-Corps Teams Program.
Program Components
Program Benefits
- Gain a deeper understanding of the commercialization process and the importance of understanding the needs of potential partners or customers.
- Develop a solid foundation in business concepts and terminology, allowing you to communicate your vision and value proposition to potential users and partners effectively.
- Accelerate your journey towards commercialization by learning from experienced instructors and staff.
- Increase chances of securing grants and partnerships by presenting a well-researched and validated business or impact case.
Who is eligible?
Our I-Corps programming is available to all deep tech innovators from any research or teaching institution. If you are in another demographic and would like to see if you are eligible, please contact us.
Application
Starting Blocks is free for all participants.