Incubator & Accelerator
CREATE-X Startup Launch
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About
The CREATE-X Startup Launch program, organized by Georgia Institute of Technology and Y Combinator, is designed to help early-stage tech startups, particularly student teams, rapidly develop their innovative ideas through rigorous market validation, mentorship, and potential funding opportunities, making it an ideal platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to gain traction and recognition in the market.
Benefits
- 💰 Financial Support
- Access to funding opportunities, including potential investments from Y Combinator
- 🎓 Mentorship Program
- Receive guidance from experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts
- 🌐 Network Access
- Connect with a broad network of investors and strategic partners
- 📈 Business Support
- Get assistance with technology commercialization and market entry strategies
- 🎤 Exposure Opportunities
- Gain visibility and credibility through association with Y Combinator and participation in their programs
Eligibility Criteria
- 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
- Open to students and teams associated with Georgia Institute of Technology
- 💼 Business Stage
- Must be in the early stages of technology validation and market research
- 👥 Team Requirements
- Teams must consist of students or alumni from Georgia Tech with innovative tech ideas
- 🔍 Market Validation
- Must go through CREATE-X's customer discovery process for technology and market validation
- 💡 Innovation Requirement
- Must have an early-stage technology innovation concept that can be adjusted and iterated through the program
Participation Commitments
- 📍 Physical Attendance
- Must attend program events and workshops at Georgia Tech
- ⏰ Time Commitment
- Full-time commitment during the program duration for active participation
- 🎤 Presentation Requirement
- Must present progress and findings during program milestones
- 💵 Application Fee
- No specific application fee mentioned, but commitment to the program is required
Target Region
Primarily targeting teams from Georgia, USA, with international support
Target Sector
Focused on technology-intensive sectors like AI and software development
Georgia Institute of Technology, Y Combinator