Our team of highly experienced ICAP Mentors make up the backbone of the program. Each ICAP Mentor works with entrepreneurs one-on-one to provide confidential, long-term advising and support. The process begins with an initial assessment to determine what stage in the startup process the entrepreneur is in, to understand their long-term goals, and to develop a mutually agreed upon roadmap for future success. This roadmap typically is focused on the next 30-60 days and is meant to help the startup progress towards key milestones.
As the startup progresses, the ICAP Mentor will suggest and connect the founders with appropriate resources for each milestone and stage of the startup process. These resources may include local, state, and federal grants, accelerators, and investors. ICAP is connected to a large number of these resources throughout the Commonwealth and sticking with the program can increase your chances of obtaining grants, being selected by accelerators, and/or receiving investment.