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At Startup Studio, we’re here to train you how to build something that people want.
Whether you're ready to launch a startup or simply eager to embrace the entrepreneurial mindset, the Startup Studio equips you with the tools, skills, and support to transform your ideas into reality.
Participate in our programs as you work your way through the startup creation process. We close each academic year with our flagship Pitch Tank Competition as the culmination of our program.
We believe the best businesses are born from solving real-world problems. At Startup Studio, we’re here to help you turn your vision into a reality that makes a difference.
We created a versatile framework that equips teams with the skills to launch their companies, regardless of industry.
We inspire students to think innovatively, tackle challenges and build confidence by applying entrepreneurial thinking—because teaching entrepreneurship matters, even for those not pursuing startups themselves.
Explore our four-phase, entrepreneurial framework from exploration to business acceleration.
Got a startup idea? Let’s build it.
Whether you're just starting out or ready to take the next step, your journey begins here. Submit your idea below to get started.
Startup Incubation Manager & Adjunct Faculty
Program Manager of the Catalyst Fund
Executive Director
Kaplan Institute, IIT
Executive-in-Residence & Adjunct Faculty
Kaplan Institute, IIT
Professor of Entrepreneurship
Stuart School of Business, IIT
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