iVenture
iVenture is a 7-week ideation program, where selected participants develop their business idea and identify whether or not the potential venture is viable.
Do you have what it takes to realize your entrepreneurial dream?
Let us help you bring your idea to life!
If you have an idea for a product or service that solves a problem or satisfies a need, then apply to participate in the UTRGV Center for Innovation & Commercialization's iVenture cohort of startup founders.
We are seeking aspiring entrepreneurs to apply for the Spring 2023 iVenture cohort. Up to ten aspiring founders will be selected to participate in this seven-week program where they will have the opportunity to develop their business ideas, connect with other founders, and exchange feedback.
Who should apply?
- RGV community members (including but not limited to UTRGV students, staff, faculty, and alumni)
- Aspiring entrepreneurs who want a hands-on experience and have an idea to start a business in the Rio Grande Valley
What will you learn? Following the Wendy Kennedy "So what? Who cares? Why you?" methodology, participants will find the business value of their innovation.
- To develop your idea
- To understand the problem you are trying to solve for customers
- To find out where your idea fits
- To learn how to discover your potential customer base
- To determine your path to market
- To discover your competitive edge
- To determine whether or not you can execute
- To learn and practice how to best pitch your business idea
Program fee: $25 for students; $199 otherwise. Payment plans available!
We are currently accepting applications for the Spring 2023 cohort! Applications are due February 20 - learn more & apply here.
Testimonials
"iVenture allowed me to ask the most difficult questions when it came to my business venture. As an aspiring entrepreneur, one must be willing to ask themselves the necessary questions throughout one's entrepreneurial journey -- iVenture allowed me to do just that."
- Job Martinez, UTRGV student & EnGia Solar Founder
2022 iVenture Cohort
"I started my entrepreneurship journey in 2016 but didn't know anything about business plans or how to prepare a pitch for competitions or investors. The iVenture program helped me to understand those gaps and prepared me to develop a multimillion-dollar business."
S M Sarwar, UTRGV Student & FedSoftware Founder
2022 iVenture Cohort