Which Program is Right For You?
2-DAY LAUNCH CAMP
A 48-hour program designed to help idea and early-stage entrepreneurs.
- A safe space for you to explore and launch your idea
- A springboard and onramp for you to start and grow your new venture
- Receive guidance in validating your customers and market
- Receive feedback in building a Minimum Viable Business (MVB)
- Gain access to mentors, content experts, curriculum, and a network of supporters
- Gain connections to other entrepreneurs and startup ecosystem builders
- Opportunity to pitch at a live Pitch Night at the end of the second day
IMPACT ACCELERATOR
A longer-term program that helps more established entrepreneurs go to market.
- A long-term program that empowers you to expand your impact and operations rapidly
- A structured approach over the course of several months to help you develop your venture
- Receive mentorship from top-tier business mentors
- Prepare for investment or scaling
- Gain access to mentors, content experts, SEED SPOT's curriculum, and a network of supporters
- Gain connections to other entrepreneurs and startup ecosystem builders
- Opportunity to pitch live at a large, community-wide Demo Day
IMPACT ENTREPRENEUR MEET-UP
A monthly gathering for entrepreneurs, tech leaders, ecosystem supporters, and future founders.
- A 90-minute program featuring an actionable workshop led by local experts
- Interact with SEED SPOT curriculum that advances knowledge and access
- Free to participants and organizers
- Foster an inclusive, empowered entrepreneurial ecosystem
- Convene and celebrates innovators, creatives, and problem solvers
- Connect aspiring entrepreneurs with mentors
- Provide inspiration and accountability around launching an impact-driven venture
SEED SPOT Communities
Washington DC Area, MD, VA
January 27-April 14, 2020: Impact Accelerator (Applications Closed)
March 20, 2020: Impact Entrepreneur Meet-Up: "Lean Digital Marketing Hacks for Entrepreneurs"
April 24-25, 2020: 2-Day Launch Camp
Phoenix, AZ
February 25-26, 2020: 2-Day Launch Camp for Women in STEM
February 28-29, 2020: 2-Day Launch Camp (in Mesa, AZ!)
March 7, 2020: Launch Camp for Youth at Grand Canyon University
March 9-May 21, 2020: Impact Accelerator (Applications Closed)
March 20, 2020: Impact Entrepreneur Meet-Up: "Innovate Your Nonprofit: How to Turn Your Impact-Driven Idea into a Money Maker"
April 10-11, 2020: 2-Day Launch Camp for ASU Students
Minneapolis - St. Paul, MN
April 17-18, 2020: 2-Day Launch Camp
Boise, ID
February 20, 2020: Impact Entrepreneur Meet-Up
U.S. Virgin Islands
March 27-28, 2020: 2-Day Launch Camp (St. Thomas, USVI)
"Finding out about SEED SPOT was life-changing for me. I would wish SEED SPOT's mentorships and education on all the entrepreneurs starting up - all the people who have this idea in their mind or who are trying to right the wrongs of society like I am."
Sheila Iyengar, Founder of the Nagi Foundation
Coming Soon: Lead a SEED SPOT Impact Entrepreneur Meet-Up in Your Community!
"My biggest challenge in starting my business was figuring out how to get from Point A to Point B. In just two days, SEED SPOT gave me a lot of confidence and connections. They answered all of my questions and really empowered me. I know I can always reach back out if I get stuck."
Andrijan Smaic, Founder of Sustain Bars