![><](file-guid:19fddf61-dd03-46ef-b280-654f24eeb4fa "Abstract space phone wallpaper.jpg" =x500) # **Program Objectives** 1. Foster entrepreneurial mindset and skills among high school and college students. 2. Encourage innovation, creativity, and problem-solving through business idea generation and prototyping. 3. Provide access to resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to support student entrepreneurs in their journeys. 4. Develop a pipeline of young entrepreneurs who are equipped to drive economic growth, create jobs, and make a positive impact on their communities. 5. Build a global network of life-long connections with other like-minded entrepreneurs at different stages to help lift their careers. By offering a comprehensive range of business incubation services, Launchpad aims to make a significant impact on the entrepreneurial ecosystem. We aim to build an inter-school entrepreneurship network between school entrepreneurship clubs around the SF Bay Area to encourage cross-collaboration. For club members without a team but who want to delve deeper into entrepreneurship, these clubs can funnel us students. # **Program Structure** Our incubation program consists of three phases. The first 2 phases, spanning 4 months, require solid commitment and dedication from the student participants. 1\. **Phase 1 (Week 1 to 5)**: Onboarding, workshops, lectures and mentor matching. 2\. **Phase 2 (Week 6 to 16)**: Product and service development, mentor sync-ups and office hours, initial market networking opportunities for building initial client relationships. 3\. **Phase 3 (Week 17 and beyond)**: Ongoing mentorship, business development support, initial product/market fit, industry-specific resources, and accounting/financial management guidance. # **Program Outcomes** ### Comprehensive Business Understanding End-to-End Knowledge: Mastered the process of starting a business, including business models, marketing, and incorporation ### Practical Experience Prototype Creation: Developed a working prototype or demo and prepared a compelling pitch. ### Business Launch Preparation Launch Readiness: Gained the skills and knowledge needed to potentially launch their business, including initial market engagement and customer relationships. ### Mentorship and Networking Supportive Relationships: Built valuable connections with mentors and a network of like-minded entrepreneurs and industry leaders. *All participants will receive a certificate of completion and with special recognition for the best teams.*