An Environment Tailored to Hardware Startups

Looking for inspiration from those who have done it before? Our Incubated Maker membership offers a supportive environment for product development startups, through workshop access, networking, mentorship, and need-based referrals. If you are developing a physical product and are working on prototype development, design for manufacturing, scaling up, or other related design and manufacturing problems, this member level is for you.

You can connect with knowledgable professionals, fabricate your prototype, and manufacture your product all in the same building. 

Incubated Maker

  • Starting at $135/month
  • 24/7 access to our makerspace and maker community, featuring over $250,000 of fabrication equipment, and 250+ makers with a wide range of technical knowledge and skills.
  • Ability to rent dedicated space within our building, for prototyping, manufacturing, or office work. 
  • Guidance from an experienced Manufacturing Mentor, chosen based on your most immediate technical needs (mechanics, electronics, software, hardware, etc)
  • Connections with regional and statewide resources for:
    • funding (grants, investors, and loans)
    • manufacturing referrals
    • business assistance
  • Use of our address as your legal business location.  
  • Access to special pricing for SOLIDWORKS, Fusion360, OnShape, and any other program that has offers for incubated startups.
  • Innovate 518 Hotspot tax incentives for eligable companies upon successful completion of the program
  • 100% ownership of your product – we don’t ask for any equity in your business
  • A defined scope of work for the incubation period covering recommended prioritized actions, taking into account your project’s current status, goals, and timeline.
  • Regular check-in meetings with COG staff to provide feedback and advice on progress.
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