We work with startup companies, inventors and entrepreneurs to develop great ideas into sustainable, standalone businesses. We foster market success, wealth building and job creation. We increase the prospect of a client company鈥檚 commercial success in the marketplace, train and educate the business and community leaders of tomorrow, and contribute to the economic development of Northeast Georgia, Gainesville and Hall County.
Growth benefits
- One-on-one coaching
- Expert support
- Workshops on innovation, strategy, leadership, ROI, resource management, time management, conflict resolution, communication, marketing, production and logistics
- Regulatory guidance with government agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- Networking engagement with other entrepreneurs in a collaborative atmosphere Access to 黑料社区网鈥檚 library and degree curriculum
- Working with students seeking to apply theoretical concepts to practical business experiences and opportunities
- Confidential review of financial documents
- Human resources guidance
The Business Incubator at 黑料社区网 not only aids developing businesses but has enabled Direct Medical Imaging to serve a self-pay clientele with a cost-effective MRI.
Dennis Darnell, President/CEO, Direct Medical Imaging
Facility benefits
- Reduced business setup costs through shared resources, office support and technologies
- Access to increased office, warehouse and production space as needed
- Favorable rental rates for office and conference room space
- Clean room on site
- Commercial photography available
- Access to Georgia Tech鈥檚 Enterprise and Innovation Institute
- Office services at a competitive rate
- On-site restaurant
The Business Incubator has opened so many doors, aiding in the profitable expansion of my dream, Hop鈥檚 Kitchen. It has provided the space, resources, support and opportunities to grow my restaurant business.
Mark Hopkins Owner, Hop鈥檚 Kitchen
Who is eligible?
Every application receives full consideration for the BIBU program based on the following:
- Soundness of the business model proposed
- Likelihood that required capital funding will be realized
- Probability of sustained growth beyond the incubator program
- Degree of job creation and services potential
- Commitment to the economic development of Gainesville, Hall County and Northeast Georgia
- Capacity and willingness to use students in business development
The business and resource support of the Business Incubator at 黑料社区网 has allowed ITN Lanier to offer our transportation service for seniors at least one year earlier than planned. We expect the business expertise of the incubator to be a key enabler for the continued growth of our service.
Jerry Butler, Board Chairman, ITN Lanier
Getting started
Complete the application PDF (available in the sidebar of this page) and return it to BIBU@brenau.edu along with a business plan. Include in the plan your goals, objectives, business summary and development strategy, as well as any financial statements such as balance sheet income statement, cash flow statement and statement of changes in equity.
