CAI Approach
CAI is known as the “Tinder for Startups” (Nature), “Kickstarter for IP” (Wired) and “Shark Tank on Steroids” (BIO). A trifecta, CAI connects promising entrepreneurs with what they need to excel in business — access to breakthrough inventions, a mini-MBA education and capital — based on the generous support of our sponsors.
Our Approach
CAI developed a global network of Ambassadors, so that there are champions in regional geographies that can galvanize local entrepreneurial resources and ecosystems to provide startup support in person, as well as 650+ subject matter experts to mentor virtually.
CAI provides a rigorous 8-month virtual, mini-MBA program designed to accelerate early-stage technology companies. Training includes mentoring from world-class leaders; virtual webinars; company building exercises; engagement with other founders, investors and potential clients along with several program tools.
The Center for Advancing Innovation’s startup challenges begin with a planning phase followed by our challenge program. We tailor our approach to what is most appropriate to the needs of the organizations with whom we work. Our challenge is unique in that inventions from our database of 170,000 from 100+ institutions are the topics of the challenge.
