Innovation Hub
TTU Accelerator
The Texas Tech Accelerator program is designed to help faculty, students, and other
entrepreneurs in the region launch startup companies or discover licensing opportunities
based on inventions and university technology. Participating in the Texas Tech Accelerator
is based on an application process that begins the previous spring. Participating
companies have access to funding support, $25,000 grants, co-working space, and mentors
during the yearlong process.
Application Requirements, At-A-Glance
- A written business plan (including an executive summary)
- A pitch (presentation) deck based on the competition rules and guidelines
- A 60-second pitch video
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
How to Get Started
To get started, an important first step is to establish one member of the team as
a
dependable startup "captain" to manage all communications and logistics for the
company and correspondence with Hub staff.
First Step
- Print and review rules and guidelines
- Review FAQ's for the TTU Accelerator Program
- Create a profile and finish the application
- Upload Requirements: resume, one-page executive summary, business plan,
presentation/pitch deck, 60-second pitch video
- Upload Requirements: resume, one-page executive summary, business plan,
- Download templates and meet a Hub mentor/advisor
Second Step
Attend Hub Camp for assistance in creating a business plan and a competitive application.
Third Step
- Submission application. Next application deadline TBD.
- Review the Hub schedule regularly for upcoming events, networking, and seminars
- Schedule a meeting with a Hub Mentor early
Kimberly Gramm
TTU Accelerator Program Director
Kimberly.gramm@ttu.edu
Innovation Hub at Research Park
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Address
3911 4th Street, Lubbock, Texas 79415 -
Phone
806-742-0024 -
Email
researchpark@ttu.edu