Discovery and Launch

STEP 1: APPLY TO THE DISCOVERY PROGRAM

Take the first step on your entrepreneurial journey. Applying to the Burgess Institute’s Discovery Program will open the door to a world of possibilities.

APPLY

STEP 2: ATTEND ORIENTATION

Once you’ve completed your application to the Discovery Program, you’ll receive a welcome email that will instruct you how to schedule your required orientation. At orientation, a Burgess Discovery intern will facilitate the group session and get you acquainted with the program and your path ahead.

THE LAUNCH PROGRAM

The Discovery program is designed to give Spartan venturers the tools and resources they need to build firm foundations for their ideas and early startups. Once fully researched and the Discovery program completed, entrepreneurs ready to take their startups to market can apply to pitch to gain entrance into the Burgess Institute's highly competitive Launch program. If accepted into Launch, founders will receive greater access to tailored services, concentrated mentorship, as well as funding opportunities!