BEST Concept to Launch
Empowering students to develop critical skills and understand what it takes to launch a startup.
What is BEST Concept to Launch?
The BEST Concept to Launch Program is an equity-free program and provides these resources with no charge.
These resources will be provided based on your engagement with the BEST Program and your continuous commitment.
What resources you will get access to?
- Coaching and mentorship with professionals
- Machine shop and 3D Printing for prototyping
- Working station (BEST Lab or BEST Garage)
- Founder Fundamentals Workshops
- Industry connections
- Financial management support
- Technology resources
- BEST Awards
MIRO Board: Concept to Launch Map
Concept to Launch Journey
Step 1
Fill out the Concept to Launch application
Step 2
Meet with one of our Entrepreneurs in Residence (EiRs)
Step 3
Fill out the Design Sprint templates on Miro
Step 4
Create a pitch deck using the previous templates
Step 5
Meet with one of our EiRs
Step 6
Iterate design based on EiRs and potential users’ feedbacks
Step 7
Access to resources to build prototype
Step 8
Work with EiR to validate & iterate prototype until ready for launch
Step 9
Discuss with EiR your graduation criteria
