Asher Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship - ACIE

You’ve built the prototype. You’ve validated the solution. Now it’s time to move closer to market.

VentureBuild is ACIE’s 6-month incubation program for tech and tech-enabled startups ready to strengthen their product, test with real users, gain traction, and move toward their first customers.

Through dedicated coaching, technical assistance, mentor feedback, and output-driven workshops, selected founders will receive the structure and support needed to keep moving forward.

Your startup’s next stage starts here.
Apply Now: https://acie-usek.org/venturebuild2026/

Reform starts when young voices are heard and when ideas turn into action.

At USEK, the Reform Starts Young Summit brought together young changemakers, founders, policymakers, and ecosystem leaders for a day of bold conversations, inspiring perspectives, startup pitches, and meaningful connections.

More than a summit, it was a powerful reminder: the next generation is not waiting for change. They are already shaping it.

Connections can open doors but only when they are built with purpose. 🤝

As part of the ACIE Validation Sprint, participants will join Baraa Hmaidy, Founder of Next3 and creator of the Relationship Engine Coaching Program, for an interactive workshop on building authentic professional relationships, communicating their value, and turning connections into meaningful opportunities.

📅 July 30
🔒 Exclusively for ACIE Validation Sprint participants

Ready to move your startup forward? 🚀

VentureBuild is a 6-month incubation program designed for tech and tech-enabled startups with a working prototype that are ready to launch, reach real customers, and gain traction.

Join our online info session to learn more about:
• What the VentureBuild journey includes
• The coaching, technical assistance, and resources available
• Eligibility criteria
• The application and selection process
• What is expected from participating founders

📅 August 6
⏰ 5:00 PM
💻 Online via Zoom

Register now and discover whether VentureBuild is the right next step for your startup.
https://airtable.com/app10dQNq4ntHEQBz/pagQltPnzOKw7Szu7/form

Not every startup is ready for incubation and that’s okay.

VentureBuild is designed for tech and tech-enabled startups that have moved beyond the idea stage and are ready to execute.

Do you have:

✔️ A working prototype or functional proof of concept
✔️ Feedback from real users
✔️ The readiness to turn your prototype into a usable MVP
✔️ A committed team prepared to test, iterate, and move fast for six months

Swipe through the 5-Step Readiness Check and follow your path.

Reached the final slide with five “yes” answers? Your startup may be ready for VentureBuild.

Apply Now: https://acie-usek.org/venturebuild2026/

6 months. 6 selected startups. One clear goal: move from prototype to traction.

VentureBuild gives founders the structure, support, and accountability to keep building through:

✅ $5K+ in support
✅ 13+ practical trainings
✅ 12+ dedicated coaching sessions
✅ Technical assistance and mentor feedback
✅ A focused path toward market readiness

You already started building. Now take it further.

Your startup’s next stage starts here.
Apply Now https://acie-usek.org/venturebuild2026/

Join the ACIE Venture Build Online Info Session to discover how this 6-month incubation program can help you move from prototype to launch, traction, and your first customers.

During the session, we’ll cover the program structure, available grants and expert support, eligibility criteria, application process, and selection stages.

📅 July 20
⏰ 5:00 PM
💻 Online via Zoom

Bring your questions and find out whether Venture Build is the right next step for your startup.

Save your spot and join the session: https://airtable.com/app10dQNq4ntHEQBz/pagQltPnzOKw7Szu7/form 🚀