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If you are considering or developing a business incubation program, NBIA has the tools and information you need to make the process smoother. We'll help you make your new businesss incubation program the best it can be!
Developing a Successful Incubator
Sunday, May 16
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Part of NBIA's 2010 Preconference Institute
Buena Vista Palace
Orlando, Fla.
Are you developing an incubator or thinking about developing one? This comprehensive course addresses all aspects of incubator development. The presenters, who have helped launch more than 50 incubation programs, will cover topics such as needs assessments, incubator business plans, site evaluation, facility design, organizational structure, staffing and compensation, programs and services, and marketing and client recruitment. Materials will include the latest information on industry best practices (U.S. and international), lists of key resources, sample documents and more.
Presenters:
Carol Lauffer, Partner, Business Cluster Development, Menlo Park, Calif.
Jim Robbins, Partner, Business Cluster Development, Menlo Park, Calif.
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Incubators can help accomplish a variety of goals: creating jobs, revitalizing neighborhoods, commercializing technologies. Developing a Business Incubation Program, the first comprehensive discussion of issues related to incubator development, can help you decide if a business incubation program is right for your goals and your community. With numerous sidebars, case studies and appendices — including a glossary and list of federal funding sources for incubator development — this book will help you make more informed decisions about your incubator project. The book’s tips, advice and examples also offer food for thought for existing programs. Order now!