SIIA Innovation Incubator
SIIA’s Innovation Incubator program identifies and supports entrepreneurs in their development and distribution of innovative learning technologies. The program began in 2006 and has provided mentorship for dozens of successful products and companies in their efforts to improve education through the use of software, digital content and related technologies.
ARE YOU...
- a research and development group located in an academic or non-profit institution,
- an education development group funded by federal or state governmental agencies,
- a young ed tech company at pre-revenue stage, or
- an organization with revenue in the education space?
DO YOU HAVE...
- a new product or service that’s innovative and unlike any other on the market and
- a digital solution that meets the evolving needs of students, teachers, and administrators?
WHY PARTICIPATE?
- This program is geared towards providing one-on-one access to industry leaders for expert advice, mentorship, and unique opportunities to connect with prospective partners for growth.
- Your product will first be reviewed by industry and education leaders – providing access to prospective partners and their feedback.
- If selected to participate in the Ed Tech Business Forum in New York, you will receive:
- the chance to present during the Business Profiles – as part of the program.
- visibility in the Innovation Incubator Showcase, where you show your innovative product or service during the Opening Reception to the conference.
- meetings in the One-to-One Business Connections where you make short pitches to the publishers, technology companies, and investment firms that most closely fit your strategic objectives.
- support from industry leader mentors - before, during and after the conference.
All ed tech companies are encouraged to apply – from start-ups to established innovators! Deadline to apply is October 4.
You may win an award: Most Innovative or Most Likely to Succeed!
| Application Process: | If selected as a participant at the next conference: |
| 1. Have a fully functional website | 1. Accept participation offer by deadline |
| 2. Fully reviewable, finished product | 2. Submit your presentation prior to the conference by deadline |
| 3. Submit a $50 processing fee | 3. Participate in an online orientation |
| 4. Register for the conference by deadline |
If selected as a presenter, the Education Division’s Program Manager will email a timeline with specific dates.
If you have any questions, contact Liderby Portorreal.
