Support for student startups and entrepreneurs
Startups Start at Binghamton
If you have a business idea or passion for innovation, you’re in luck. Binghamton University’s Office of Entrepreneurship, along with the downtown Binghamton Koffman Incubator have all the tools and support you need to grow and develop your venture.Â
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- Mentors
- Clubs
- Programs
- Office, lab and meeting space
Koffman Southern Tier Incubator
The Koffman incubator in downtown Binghamton welcomes students who are progressing a startup, or, who are generally interested in entrepreneurship. The 35,000 SqFt facility provides three floors of co-working space and meetings rooms for students to utilize free of charge. Binghamton University manages the facility and offers strategic programming to help in all areas of business development.Â
The Hub for Student Entrepreneurs
Binghamton University’s Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Partnerships (E&IP) manages the Koffman facility and its programs. Students from Binghamton University and SUNY Broome are able to work out of the facility’s co-working areas free of charge to progress their business venture in a supportive, energetic environment. Additionally, key programs are available free to students to progress their business or scientific research.
Entrepreneur Student Club
Discover a support network of like-minded innovators through Binghamton University’s Entrepreneurship Connect club. Connecting with partners, making friends and gaining feedback is key to startup success. Hear from notable Alumni and business owners and share your idea during club meetings. Join a growing ecosystem of innovative students, eager to support one another. Â
Start Your Business and Find Fellow Entrepreneurs
The Entrepreneur Connect club was founded for student entrepreneurs by student entrepreneurs. The club’s goal is to bring together the most innovative and creative minds across Binghamton University, providing an environment to foster meaningful connections, build pivotal skills and start innovative businesses. The club:Â
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- Provides a venue for innovative individuals to connect
- Allows for personal development
- Encourages teamwork
- Connect members with resources at the Koffman incubator
- Hosts events, including pitch competitions
Programs and Mentors
Mentors and programs are often cited as the key to student startup success. Experienced mentors at the Koffman Incubator can be connected to students. Five programs are available which can provide grant funding, customer discovery, internship opportunities and more!
Programs to Progress Your Innovation
The Koffman Incubator offers students access to key programs, free of charge, to turn ideas into businesses. Students learn to pitch, refine their idea and build a solid business foundation in the Accelerator Program. Researchers can discover their ideal customer in the NSF I-Corps program. Scientists can bring their technology from the lab to the marketplace in the XCEED program. Learn more about programs we have to offer below.Â
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Classes and On-Campus Space
Binghamton University offers multiple classes focused around entrepreneurship, offering value to those looking to start a business as well as those seeking to innovate in a traditional work environment.Â
The “B-Innovative” space on campus consists of two meeting rooms available for students looking to collaborate and progress their business idea.
Supporting students on campus
Binghamton’s School of Management offers classes specific to entrepreneurship. The Koffman offers support to startups formed in these classes, providing opportunities to pitch and access mentors.Â
Can’t make it downtown to the Koffman? No problem — the Office of Entrepreneurship offers the B-Innovative space, which consists of two classrooms in Old Rockafeller Center for student innovators to work on their businesses out of. Students interested should connect with the Koffman team to gain access to the space. Â
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Connect to get involved!
Send a message to Binghamton staff at the contact link below with questions or noting your interest. We’ll work with you on the next steps to get your venture off the ground, or get you started down the path of entrepreneurship.Â
