Are you an ambitious entrepreneur with a groundbreaking idea? Do you dream of building the next big thing? Start Innovation Hub is excited to announce the launch of their Incubation program THE BUSINESS CATALYST!
This 12-week intensive program is designed to help early-stage startups innovating around the Blue Economy refine their ideas, build scalable products, and take their businesses to the next level.
Join a game-changing incubation journey with Start Innovation Hub and turn your vision into a scalable venture shaping the future of our oceans and water-based economies.
Benefits
Selected startups will gain access to the following resources and opportunities:
- Expert Mentorship: 1:1 sessions with mentors, experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts, and investors.
- Workshops & Training: Hands-on sessions on business strategy, product development, funding, and scaling.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with a vibrant community of founders, investors, and industry leaders.
- Pitch Development: Professional support to create a winning pitch deck.
- Resource Library: Access to templates, tools, and reading materials to support your startup journey.
- Co-Working Space: Free access to their co-working facilities during the program.
- Alumni Network: Membership to their alumni network for ongoing support and collaboration.
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Eligibility
To be considered for the program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Stage: Early-stage startups (pre-seed to seed stage) with a validated idea or prototype solving a problem around Blue Economy.
- Team: Minimum of 3 persons and maximum of 5 with complementing skills. You must have at least one developer in your team. At least one founder must be fully committed to the startup.
- Innovation: The startup must offer an innovative solution to a real-world problem in the Blue Economy sector.
- Scalability: The business model should have potential for high growth and scalability.
- Location: Open to startups across Nigeria, but founders must be available to participate in-person at the Start Innovation Hub Uyo headquarters.
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Application
Application must include:
- A 1-page executive summary of your startup idea.
- A 1-minute video pitch
- Your business model canvas (if available).
- Details of your team (names, roles, and LinkedIn profiles).
Apply here
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