WHAT IS BLACKSTONE LAUNCHPAD?
Blackstone LaunchPad at UAlbany supports students, faculty and alumni of the University at Albany. We help bring ideas to life.
The Blackstone LaunchPad program helps drive economic development in communities around the University at Albany. Our program increases the likelihood that students will remain and develop their ideas within the region and prepares students to enter the modern workforce with a flexible and entrepreneurial mindset.
GET INVOLVED
Blackstone LaunchPad at UAlbany provides support through a collaborative work environment, advice from experienced professionals in Entrepreneurship and networking opportunities. The goal of our program is to help develop and navigate startups toward a path of success. With industry experts here to help, Blackstone LaunchPad creates a window of opportunity for all UAlbany students, staff and alumni looking to turn their ideas into reality.
START SOMETHING!
LaunchPad has resources for both new and experienced entrepreneurs:
NETWORKING
Take the opportunity to introduce yourself to the community by sharing knowledge and expanding ideas with teammates who share the same passion
COACHING
Meet with experienced coaches to help you develop entrepreneurial concepts and understand the road map to success.
1:1 MENTORSHIP
Collaborate with mentors and coaches to learn more about what it takes to be an entrepreneur and explore viable career paths in entrepreneurship
RESOURCES/DEALS
Great resources and exclusive deals, from software to online courses. to help you get started
ONLINE TOOLS
Use specialized applications and tool to help your startup get off the ground