Innovation Incubator
What is the [IN]?
- The Innovation Incubator is a program of the Office of Economic Development and Community Engagement.
- Staff help people start local businesses and non-profits.
- The co-working space is open to the campus community, free of charge.
- Free workshops are offered periodically.
- This is the only incubator in Flint focused on (but not limited to) social entrepreneurship, innovation, and creative economy-based ventures.
Why Come [IN]?
Services for UM-Flint students, faculty and community members.
Services for UM-Flint Students, UM-Faculty and Community Members
- Co-work and meeting space for up to 24 people.
- Free wi-fi access.
- Whiteboards, projector and projector screen available.
- Business reference library and social enterprise periodicals.
- Business planning assistance.
- Networking opportunities.
- Free business development workshops.
Services for UM-Flint Faculty
- The co-work space can be used as a classroom and meeting space for up to 24 students.
- Staff can speak to your class about [IN] resources- either a brief introduction or a longer discussion.
- Faculty can be hired as business mentors for small business owners.
- A place to refer students interested in starting their own businesses.
Requesting Services
To receive services, email your business counselor or complete an intake form.
We recommend using Google Hangouts or Zoom video conferencing platforms. Both services are offered at no cost and you do NOT need to create an account to use Zoom. Staff can communicate with you by audio or video, whichever you prefer.
When you set a meeting time with staff, a Google Hangouts or Zoom invite will be included in the email invitation. Just open the link sent to you or call the conference number listed when it is time for your virtual counseling session.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Nic at ncuster@umich.edu.