This is how Conestoga does business incubation
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur with an idea for a new business and need help getting started? The Venture Lab helps founders with early-stage startups in any industry, validate and develop their business idea over the course of 15-weeks. Eligible companies can stay in the Venture Lab for up to one year. This universal business incubator is built on the foundation of a comprehensive roadmap but the journey is tailored to support the unique demands of each startup and each founder.
Apply for the Venture Lab
Next cohort begins: January 2025
Deadline to apply: November 25, 2024
Eligibility:
- Conestoga students – full-time and part-time
- Conestoga alumni
What we offer in the Venture Lab
Testimonials
Noki Farms | Venture Lab
“We decided that Venture Lab was definitely for us when we compared a couple of different accelerators, incubators and similar programs. (My co-founder) Carl and I both came from Conestoga as alumni and just the community and the whole sense of belonging definitely resonated with us the most. We found that the Venture Lab program timing, the way that it was structured, and the freedom associated with it was definitely best-suited for the stage that we were at.” -Nykole Crevits, co-founder
Ezok | Venture Lab
“My time at the Conestoga Venture Lab has been an enlightening journey, filled with invaluable lessons on validation, networking, and leveraging professional data sources to accurately gauge my market size. The mentors, experts in their respective fields, came together periodically to refine and sharpen my investment and commercial pitches. They provided me with numerous opportunities to present my product, fostering a supportive environment that encouraged local initiatives. Coming from another country, this experience was particularly transformative for me, as it introduced me to opportunities I was previously unaware of. The Conestoga Venture Lab not only equipped me with the tools necessary for success but also broadened my perspective, making it an integral part of my entrepreneurial journey." -Henrique Bilbao, founder
Accessibrand | Venture Lab
"Being self-employed can be very lonely at times. Having a dedicated coach, extended team and resources to discuss my vision and help provide input on my business would have not been possible without the Venture Lab. It was like everyone was on my team and truly invested in my business." -Jolene MacDonald, founder
Check out our video series to hear firsthand from our Venture Lab alumni.
Venture Lab team
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