What is LaunchPad ?
LaunchPad 15 is a bi-weekly innovation platform built to help students turn raw ideas into scalable startups. It provides aspiring entrepreneurs with the opportunity to pitch their concepts, gain insights from industry experts and mentors, and receive structured guidance on idea validation, market research, team formation, product development, and funding opportunities. The platform creates a collaborative ecosystem that encourages innovation, problem-solving, and startup-driven thinking among students.
Who Should Apply ?
● School & College Students
● Early-stage Innovators
● Aspiring Entrepreneurs
● Individuals with startup ideas (with or without a team)
Requirements
● A basic innovative idea or concept
● Willingness to present a short pitch (3 minutes)
● Commitment to develop the idea further
● Openness to feedback and mentorship
Benefits
● Expert mentorship and idea validation
● Support in forming a strong team
● Guidance for prototype development
● Awareness of funding & grant opportunities
● Networking with startups and innovators
● Opportunity for incubation support