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UMBC's Launchpad Accelerator!

The UMBC Launchpad accelerator is a 9-week cohort-based program where ventures prepare to go from pre-launch to launch, or for early-stage companies, create a pathway to accelerate growth.

Founders who are ready to fully commit to launching their venture and have validated their idea as an opportunity should apply. Participants are awarded up to $8,000 in non-dilutive funding for seed capital ($4k after 1 month and $4k at the end). Mentors will be assigned to each team.

Teams will perform deep customer discovery, develop a business model canvas, and then progress to a full commercialization plan and pitch deck. The goals of the Launchpad are to validate product-market fit and to hopefully formalize the venture and launch.

TIMELINE
Applications are due May 7th
Accepted teams will be notified by May 16th
Program runs from May 29th-July 31st
Demo day will be hosted in September

To apply, complete the application here!
To learn more about Launchpad, click here

Posted: May 2, 2025, 8:03 AM