Student Entrepreneurs
We’re here to help you at every stage.
Ideation & Discovery - Explore ideas, identify problems, and understand your potential customers.
Validation - Test your assumptions, gather feedback, and determine whether your idea has real potential.
Prototyping - Build, test, and refine your solution with hands-on support.
Venture Planning & Development - Turn your idea into a viable venture with the right strategy and plan.
Launch & Growth - Get the support you need to launch and grow.
Student Programs and Opportunities
Ready to explore what’s possible? Get involved with programs, events, and resources designed to help student entrepreneurs turn ideas into action.
The Cube - Turn your idea into a viable venture with structured and hands-on coaching, resources, mentorship, and funding.
Launch Day - Discover what it means to be an innovator and entrepreneur—no experience or idea required! This annual, day-long event introduces you to entrepreneurship and the possibilities available to student entrepreneurs across the North Country.
Business Plan Competition - Ready to pitch your venture? Apply to the annual North Country Regional Business Plan Competition for the chance to pitch to real judges, compete with student entrepreneurs from across the region, and win real prize money.
Entrepreneurship Meetups - Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, innovators, and members of the North Country startup community at our casual, welcoming meetups. Hear from inspiring founders, exchange tips & insights, and build relationships that can help move your venture forward.
Customer Discovery Bootcamp (NSF I-Corps) - Talk to potential customers, test your assumptions, and uncover real-world opportunities for your innovation through hands-on customer discovery.
Online Entrepreneurship Portal - Join our online community to connect with entrepreneurs across the North Country, discover region-wide resources and opportunities, and become part of a growing network of innovators and entrepreneurs.
1:1 Support - Get personalized guidance tailored to where you are in your entrepreneurial journey. Meet one-on-one with our team to work through challenges, explore opportunities, and figure out your next steps.