LaunchPad Accelerator
Are you ready to launch or grow your business?
Catalyst Connect’s
LaunchPad Accelerator is a
12-week intensive program designed to help entrepreneurs build
scalable, fundable businesses. Gain expert mentorship, actionable strategies, and valuable resources to
take your startup to the next level—all in a supportive, community-focused environment.
What You’ll Gain
1. Expert Mentorship
- One-on-one guidance from successful entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who’ve been where you are.
2. Business Development Tools
- Learn comprehensive business planning, market validation, and financial strategies—proven methods to refine your products and services.
3. Funding Readiness
- Build a fundable business with investor-ready pitch decks and solid financial projections to attract potential backers.
4. LaunchPad Pitch Event
- Present your business to a panel of investors, lenders, and community leaders for a chance to secure grant or investment funding.
5. Exclusive Networking
- Join a
close-knit cohort of fellow founders, mentors, and business professionals eager to collaborate and share insights.
Program Details
- Duration: 12 Weeks
- Start Date: March 31, 2025
- Location: Lansing, MI (Hybrid: In-person & Virtual Sessions)
- Cost:
- Non-Members: $2,500
- Catalyst Connect Members: $1,500
- Virtual Only (Self-Guided): $500 (no mentorship or weekly sessions)
- Spots Available:
Limited to
12
participants
Is This Cohort for You?
This accelerator is perfect if you’re:
- An early-stage entrepreneur with a new business idea or startup.
- A small business owner looking to scale operations and expand your market reach.
- A
founder seeking funding and investor connections to propel your venture forward.
Ready to Get Started?
Secure your spot in the LaunchPad Accelerator and begin the journey to building a thriving, fundable business.
Questions?
Need more information about the cohort, schedule, or membership benefits?
- Visit our Membership Page to learn about joining Catalyst Connect.
- Or contact us at
info@catalystconnect.org
to discuss how this program fits your goals.
Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your entrepreneurial vision into a scalable reality. Join LaunchPad Accelerator—and let’s build the future of Lansing’s business community together!
