Business Development
Programs and Events

The Innovation Hub partners offer dozens of programs and host scores of events designed to support founders across all stages of business development, with all types of budgets, and in all industries.

Tap into WNC’s vibrant startup community and get guidance from some of the best mentors in the country with the four recurring programs we offer at Hatch:

Pitch Parties

Held on the last Tuesday of every month, Pitch Parties are free events that give aspiring entrepreneurs the space to workshop business ideas and practice pitching.

1 Million Cups

Every Wednesday from 9am – 10am, a local founder gives a 1 Million Cups presentation in the Hatch building to raise awareness about their business and request community support.

Pressure Tests

This intensive, 90-day program pairs founders of startups or businesses in revenue with experienced mentors who help them learn how they can successfully scale.

Founder’s Roundtable

The Founder’s Roundtable program provides local entrepreneurs ongoing peer support and companionship as they work to scale their established businesses.

By Invitation

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