Incubators for Small Businesses in CT

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Who can help me start a business?

Every small business starts as an idea. Connecticut has a range of incubators that can help you turn that idea into a business:

  • UConn Technology: This program works with innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry partners to help create companies that create products and jobs that benefit society and fuel economic development. Learn about tech transfer, licensing, and startup teams. Industries: All.

  • Techstars Accelerators: In each three-month program, Techstars help entrepreneurs find product-market fit, gain momentum, access capital, and find mentorship. Primary industry: Technology.

  • 4catalyzer: Primary Industries: Medicine, Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Manufacturing.

  • Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology: Apply for grants, funding, and mentorships. Primary Industries: Technology, Medicine, Artificial Intelligence.

  • The Refinery: Helps women-led companies get started. Apply for grant money. Primary Industries: Technology.

More programs and resources can be found at:

You can also visit the Connecticut Incubators Map.

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