SmartStart

SmartStart

Program Type: Business incubator

Duration: 24 weeks (option to extend)

Cost: $1,250/quarter

Geographic Scope: Dallas and Fort Worth area

Program Goals

• Develop investor-ready pitch deck
• Build strong coaching connections to strengthen network
• Develop a formalized business framework
• Take company to market

Best For

Startup leaders and entrepreneurs with early-stage to growth-stage businesses

What's Included

• Coaching & Support: Monthly self-guided modules around key startup milestones
• Access to Coaches: Tier 1 coaches, business services & business partners
• Workspace: Guinn Campus shared workspace access + TechFW conference rooms
• Resources: Access to member portal + resources
• Networking: Pitch to Cowtown Angels angel investors and receive pitch feedback
• Partnerships: Participation in internship programs with local universities
• Discount: $500 discount toward first quarter of FastForward

Key Features

• Work with experienced coaches on business framework development
• Access to early stakeholders and adopters
• Support in learning how to communicate value of idea
• Participation in angel investor pitch events
• No equity taken by TechFW (nonprofit organization)

Contact Information

TechFW:
• Phone: (817) 339-8968
• Email: tfwadmin@techfortworth.org
• Address: 1120 South Fwy, Fort Worth, TX 76104
• Website: techfortworth.org