Course Description

The I-Corps program is all about customer discovery! The I-Corps Program supports teams through an intensive 7-meeting critical evaluation. Our goal is to help faculty, students, and the community answer important questions about their business, product, or technology idea through coaching and direct customer interactions.

Teams or individuals who are interested in the program are highly encouraged to apply or reach out to University of Akron Research Foundation staff to discuss their work and determine if there is a fit. Contact us: uaicorps@gmail.com

The I-Corps program can help you:

• Get clarity on your customer
• Learn and apply best practices on the business model canvas
• Get direct feedback on your business idea
• Expand your network and access needed resources
• Level up your business!

Course Schedule

Applications Due: Sunday, February 2
Teams Selected: Friday, February 7

• Week 1: Friday, February 28 Group Meeting
• Week 2: Friday, March 7 Individual Meeting
• Week 3: Friday, March 14 Group Meeting
• Week 4: Friday, March 21 Individual Meeting
• NO MEETING FOR SPRING BREAK
• Week 5: Friday, April 4 Group Meeting
• Week 6: Friday, April 11 – I-Corps Panel
• Week 7: Friday, April 18 – I-Corps Finale

All I-Corps meeting sessions will be held virtually. Group Meetings will be held 12pm – 2:30pm ET. Individual Meetings will be scheduled for 30-minute timeslots between 9am and 3pm ET on the dates listed.

Please fill out the following registration form. Questions can be directed to uaicorps@gmail.com