Are you ready to launch your concept?

Are you ready to turn your entrepreneurial vision into reality? The CSUF Startup Incubator is here to guide you on the exhilarating journey of launching a successful business!

We understand that launching a business requires more than just a great idea. That's why our expert coaches at the CSUF Startup Incubator are ready to provide you with the knowledge, resources, and support you need to bring your concept to life. During the six-month residency program, you'll be immersed in a transformative experience that will set you up for entrepreneurial success.

As a participant in the CSUF Startup Incubator, you'll have access to a range of exclusive benefits. Picture this: weekly sessions with an expert startup coach who will guide you through the intricacies of the startup process. Imagine gaining VIP access to all incubator events, including invaluable one-on-one time with industry-leading speakers who will share their insights and experiences. And that's not all – you'll also have the opportunity to connect with our vast community of over 1,000 accomplished entrepreneurs, professionals, and investors, opening doors to potential partnerships and collaborations.

But it doesn't end there. We're committed to your growth and progress, which is why our dedicated CSUF Startup Incubator staff, consisting of seasoned entrepreneurs and investors, will provide you with monthly feedback sessions. Their expertise and guidance will help you fine-tune your business strategy and navigate the challenges along the way.

Imagine the possibilities that await you as a resident of the CSUF Startup Incubator. Special events and networking opportunities with fellow incubator residents, coaches, and esteemed members of the CSUF Startup community will foster a dynamic and collaborative environment where you can thrive.

So, ask yourself, are you ready to take that leap and start your business journey with the CSUF Startup Incubator? Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to turn your dreams into reality. Apply now and join us in shaping the future of entrepreneurship!

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CSUF Entrepreneurship Director John Bradley Jackson Explains the Lean Startup Methodology the Incubator uses

CSUF Startup Incubator | Social Enterprise Launchpad 

The CSUF Startup Incubator is launching a tailored program for social entrepreneurs, whether they are students, alumni, or community members. Our asynchronous CSUF Startup Incubator Social Enterprise Launchpad focuses on the crucial business planning phase of starting a Social Enterprise. Participants will gain essential knowledge in funding, marketing, business plan development, intellectual property protection, legal considerations, and more. Best of all, the Social Enterprise Launchpad is fully funded, with no cost to participants.

CSUF Startup Incubator Success Stories

Guess who just Purchased Moviefone? CSUF Startup Incubator Alumnus Cleveland O'Neal III Did!

CSUF Startup Incubator resident Cleveland O'Neal III leveraged the insights he received while working at the incubator to make a strategic acquisition: Moviefone. This acquisition will enable Cleveland to expand his media reach to new markets and grow his company, Connection III Entertainment Corp. Cleveland said of this acquisition that his "CSUF Startup Incubator exploration has come full circle."

This CSUF Startup Incubator Resident Launched an Event Business a Month Ago During the Height of the Pandemic and Already has Users and Advertisers

Under the tough situation of the economy in the US due to the COVID-19, a CSUF Startup Incubator Resident, Shomee, an event-based business already has its traction and gotten customers, along with a new affiliate after just a month of operation. The founder, Vinay Kathuria, highlights that at CSUF Startup Incubator,  “the customer discovery process proves your hypothesis” and “you save the chunk of money not only on building the product but the marketing costs.”

CSUF Startup Incubator Resident My Office Apps Partners with Meals on Wheels to Expand Meal Production for Home Bound Seniors

CSUF Incubator alumni, My Office Apps, a leading business development software has recently announced its partnership with Meals on Wheels San Francisco. The goal is to deliver 20,000 meals a day to thousands of homebound seniors who live in San Francisco by embracing the latest SaaS platform, Kechie. With the mission of “building a stronger and more efficient process to support health and welfare”,  the CEO, Mariam Komeili values the social responsibility and the care to the communities.

CSUF Startup Talk: Student Saves Lives Through His Startup, 10-8 Systems

CSUF Startup Talk Ep1 invites Bryan Ruef and his brother, Kevin, one of the Residents in the CSUF Startup Incubator and the founders of 10-8 Systems. 10-8 Systems offers a unique solution to organizations that need dispatching services but cannot afford the high costs of current solutions. Since 2018, 10-8 Systems has been trusted to protect citizens in 48 states in the US through its advanced, cloud-based dispatching system at affordable prices. The brothers have created a game-changer that has already saved hundreds of lives!

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