What is INSTIG8? It is:Startups
- this calendar(check frequently – it updates and changes)
- a platform to get you thinking about starting a business
- a path to understand how to start your business
- a set of programs to help you run your existing business
- a set of programs to help you grow your business
- 802 Cups
- a business plan competition
- a “startup bootcamp”
- a celebration of entrepreneurs
- social
- business-focused
INSTIG8 the region’s center for quality entrepreneurship training, scale-up services, and innovation.
INSTIG8 is a BDCC initiative located in Windham Region and initially sponsored by the Windham County Economic Development Program (WCEDP).
This program strategically fosters a safe environment for creative entrepreneurs to try, fail, learn, build, explore, and connect to other like-minded individuals while developing their business concepts and models.
It’s a series of workshops, events, and co-working. INSTIG8 will be the catalyst for engaging, business-minded, creative community of entrepreneurs, innovators, and instigators.
Why is this work a benefit to the region?
- Entrepreneurship and innovation leads to new businesses and job creation
- Higher levels of entrepreneurship gives people employment choices
- Ideas lead to new combinations of existing concepts which lead to business creation