ABOUT VIP-INC
VIP Incubator is your launchpad for taking bold ideas to the next level. Designed for student founders ready to hustle, this program gives you the tools, mentorship, and community you need to turn your vision into a thriving venture.
Built on the solid foundation of the Venture Development course, our Incubator is all about hands-on growth. Whether you’re sketching out your first prototype or fine-tuning your market fit, we’ve got your back with workshops, masterclasses, and one-on-one coaching from industry pros. Unlike VIP-X, our Incubator is your go-to resource at the earliest stages of your startup journey, helping you turn those high-potential ideas into real-world businesses.
You’ll master the fundamentals through interactive workshops and expert-led masterclasses:
Venture Communications: Nail your pitch and storytelling.
Product-Market Fit: Find your tribe and fit your product to their needs.
Customer Discovery: Get inside your users' heads.
Team Building: Assemble your dream team.
Financial Modeling: Make the numbers work for you.
Go-to-Market Strategies: Map out your path to launch.
As a member of the Incubator, you will:
Build alongside a diverse community of ambitious entrepreneurs, sharing insights and supporting one another.
Drop in at office hours for real-time feedback and strategic advice on your venture.
Receive personalized one-on-one mentorship from Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIRs) to navigate specific challenges.
Enjoy priority access to visiting experts and consultations in legal, research, and marketing tailored to your needs.
Work in the dedicated coworking space on the 3rd Floor of Tangen Hall.
Leverage perks, tools, resources, and a vibrant Slack community of alumni founders for ongoing support.
Is VIP-INC for You?
The VIP Incubator is perfect for Penn student founders who:
Are in the early to mid-stages of their startup journey—even if you’re still pre-MVP.
Are all-in on refining your business ideas and execution strategies.
Want long-term support to evolve from concept to market-ready product.
Got questions? Shoot us an email at venturelab@upenn.edu with “VIP-INC” in the subject line.
2024-2025 VIP Incubator
ABOUT VIP-INC
VIP Incubator is your launchpad for taking bold ideas to the next level. Designed for student founders ready to hustle, this program gives you the tools, mentorship, and community you need to turn your vision into a thriving venture.
Built on the solid foundation of the Venture Development course, our Incubator is all about hands-on growth. Whether you’re sketching out your first prototype or fine-tuning your market fit, we’ve got your back with workshops, masterclasses, and one-on-one coaching from industry pros. Unlike VIP-X, our Incubator is your go-to resource at the earliest stages of your startup journey, helping you turn those high-potential ideas into real-world businesses.
You’ll master the fundamentals through interactive workshops and expert-led masterclasses:
Venture Communications: Nail your pitch and storytelling.
Product-Market Fit: Find your tribe and fit your product to their needs.
Customer Discovery: Get inside your users' heads.
Team Building: Assemble your dream team.
Financial Modeling: Make the numbers work for you.
Go-to-Market Strategies: Map out your path to launch.
As a member of the Incubator, you will:
Build alongside a diverse community of ambitious entrepreneurs, sharing insights and supporting one another.
Drop in at office hours for real-time feedback and strategic advice on your venture.
Receive personalized one-on-one mentorship from Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIRs) to navigate specific challenges.
Enjoy priority access to visiting experts and consultations in legal, research, and marketing tailored to your needs.
Work in the dedicated coworking space on the 3rd Floor of Tangen Hall.
Leverage perks, tools, resources, and a vibrant Slack community of alumni founders for ongoing support.
Is VIP-INC for You?
The VIP Incubator is perfect for Penn student founders who:
Are in the early to mid-stages of their startup journey—even if you’re still pre-MVP.
Are all-in on refining your business ideas and execution strategies.
Want long-term support to evolve from concept to market-ready product.
Got questions? Shoot us an email at venturelab@upenn.edu with “VIP-INC” in the subject line.