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The Ohio State University I-Corps

September 13 - October 18

Free

Ohio State I-Corps

 

Registration is now closed. Questions can be directed to Caroline Crisafulli, crisafulli.1@osu.edu

 

This in-person program will provide an introduction to the Lean LaunchPad methodology, familiarization with the Business Model Canvas, Value Proposition Canvas and the customer discovery process.

 

Learning Objectives

  • Develop familiarity with Lean LaunchPad concepts and tools such as customer discovery, ecosystem mapping, and the Value Proposition Canvas
  • Understand customers’ problems (“pain points”) from THEIR perspective
  • Map your customer ecosystem to understand customer roles, requirements, and decision processes
  • Build connections to the commercial ecosystem (i.e. customers, suppliers, funders) for your innovation

Course Benefits

  • Become eligible for the NSF I-Corps National Teams program and $50,000 grant for qualifying technologies and teams (only deep-tech, university-based teams who complete at least 20-30 customer discovery interviews).
  • Prepare for applying to the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.
  • Gain valuable market insight to inform the next steps in your research and/or development.
  • Develop network connections and receive mentoring from experienced industry experts and entrepreneurs
  • Develop the entrepreneurial mindset and toolset needed for a career in academia, industry, startups, or government

Course Schedule

All sessions will take place in-person at The Ohio State University, 1636 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43201.

  • September 13, 9:00-11:30AM ET
  • September 20, 9:00-11:30AM ET
  • September 27, 9:00-11:30AM ET
  • October 4, 9:00-11:30AM ET
  • October 18, 9:00-11:30AM ET

 

Details

Start:
September 13
End:
October 18
Cost:
Free
Event Category:

Venue

The Ohio State University
1636 North High Street
Columbus, OH 43201 United States