Programs

Our Programs

Interactive classroom education where participants will learn and apply skills in ideation, customer development, product-market fit, pricing, pitch-building, and more.

Unlimited access to I²C's mentor pool of business leaders, startup operators, resources providers, and industry specialists.

Invitation to I²C community events, e.g., startup boot-camp, Entrepreneurs' Happy Hour, speakers series, hackathons, pitch series, demo-day, etc.

Access to plug-and-play co-working desk and office space, conference rooms, and meeting areas at the I²C.

Access to Angels, VCs, and related investment professionals for advice and expertise on fundraising strategies.

Ability to interact, collaborate, and share with other founders and entrepreneurs to build a camaraderie with a group of like-minded people who can serve as support and resource in the future.

Access to smart capital and venture funding in the form of dilutive and non-dilutive sources.

Programming

I²C programming comprises events, presentations, panel sessions, interactive workshops, and one-on-one sessions covering various aspects and stages of building a business, with topics to include the following:

Business

• Business Models and Customer Development
• Value Proposition and Customer Segments
• Channels and Customer Relationships
• Revenue Model/Pro Forma Development
• Partners and Suppliers
• Startup Funding (types, sources, valuation)
• Technology Commercialization Basics (IP – patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets)

Technology

• Customer Experience – UI/UX
• Design Thinking
• Digital Marketing/Social/SEO
• Code Workshops (LAMP, Python, MEAN, Ruby, iOS)
• Web Fundamentals

AI Research Collaborative

The AI Research Collaborative [ARC] is a groundbreaking initiative led by the University of Alabama in Huntsville's Invention to Innovation Center (I2C). The ARC initiative is built on three foundational pillars: Education and Training, Employment, and Economic Development. These pillars are designed to not only foster the advancement of AI technology but also to ensure the region's workforce is prepared for the high-demand AI careers of the future. Through a strategic blend of academic rigor, industry insight, and governmental support, ARC aims to propel North Alabama to the forefront of the global AI research community.

By driving multifaceted partnerships between academia, industry, and government, ARC aims to advance the science of artificial intelligence [AI] and enable its practical applications in research, innovation, and problem-solving. Serving as a neutral and trusted platform, ARC's goal is to position North Alabama as a hub for distributed and collaborative [AI] research.

ARC's vision extends beyond technological innovation; it aims to create a vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive ecosystem where learners, innovators, and industry leaders thrive together. By developing comprehensive AI education programs, facilitating the creation of high-demand job opportunities, and nurturing AI startups, ARC is set to drive significant economic growth in the region.

For more information visit: www.arc-hsv.org

I²C Programs