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INNOVATE24

Navigating Collaboration. Driving Growth.

We help entrepreneurs find what they need at each stage of growth.

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A woman in a red apron and a man in a suit are sitting at a wooden table in a bright, sunlit room. The woman is writing in a notebook while the man, with a laptop open, points to the notebook. A coffee cup is on the table in front of them.

FUNDING

A woman with a bun sits across a table from a man with a beard, engaged in conversation. They are in a well-lit room with a large window and a reflective surface, possibly a glass wall, behind them. There is a drink with a red straw on the table.

RESOURCES

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EVENTS

Welcome to innovate24

Our mission is to facilitate activities that create, attract, and grow innovative startups that bring new jobs, new investment, and net new dollars into the region.

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Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or an established business looking to scale, Innovate24 is here to support your journey. Together, we can drive economic growth.

What We Offer

Funding: We connect startups with essential funding opportunities, from micro-loans to venture capital, helping them navigate the investment continuum.
Resources: Our extensive network provides access to critical resources, from mentorship and education to prototyping and validation, supporting every stage of entrepreneurship.
Events: Find regional entrepreneur events, from workshops and seminars to networking opportunities, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing within the startup community.

our story

Start a Business Checklist

Walk-In Office Hours

Walk-in office hours where entrepreneurs can receive up to 20 minutes of focused assistance. Great for quick advice or to address immediate questions.

Start Smart Series

Monthly educational opportunities featuring expert speakers who cover a variety of business topics. These sessions provide actionable insights. They will take place in person, but will be recorded for an online library.

Foundational Coaching

One-on-one guidance to help entrepreneurs through the initial steps of their GrowthPath Plan, ensuring alignment with their goals and addressing immediate concerns.

GrowthPath Planning

A customized step-by-step guide to help entrepreneurs map out their journey from their current business phase to their identified goals. Provides a clear path forward with milestones.

Guides & Templates

Free resources like checklists, business plan templates, financial projection templates, and more. Available upon request to assist with early-stage planning.

Innovate24

Navigating Collabaration. Driving Growth.

Questions? Contact us.

Innovate24 Partners

We collaborate with entrepreneur support organizations to connect startups with a wide range of regional resources.

SCORE

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Kansas Small Business Development Center

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Flint Hills Vetrepreneur Foundation

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Innovate24

Connecting with Innovate24 has been an incredible experience for my photography business! The guidance and support I received truly opened doors to new collaborations and local partnerships and helped me refine my vision, improve my business strategy, and expand my network. Their commitment to fostering innovation and supporting businesses like mine will have a lasting impact. I’m grateful for their support and they have made a lasting impact on my small business journey.

Sammy Kopecky

Working with Innovate24 has been very important and influential from the beginning steps of my business all the way up to our release. Their mentorship, understanding, and availability have helped us refine our business model and be a source of knowledgeable advice when needed. Beyond expert advice, Innovate24 connected us with a network of local entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders, opening new doors and connections for our business. Their dedication to helping our business is something I will cherish for the rest of my life as it was and still is a very vital part of our business to this day. It doesn’t get better than Innovate24!

Eli James

Thanks to receiving an Empower Loan, we were able to start Hungry Chickpea and quickly grow. We’re thrilled to serve our community with healthy options and thankful to Innovate24, the Kansas Small Business Development Center at Washburn, the Black Entrepreneurs of the Flint Hills, Network Kansas, and all those who have supported us along the way.

Kristi Baonga

Receiving the Elevate Micro-Business Loan was a pivotal moment for TheraPie. It enabled us to scale with a new kitchen build, which will result in increasing our capacity and creating more jobs and opportunities to support our community. We’re so grateful for the support of Innovate24 and the Kansas Small Business Development Center at Washburn as well as Network Kansas and the City of -Manhattan for making the Elevate Fund possible. Thanks to all those who have helped us grow and continue sharing our passion for connecting with delicious handmade, from-scratch pies with love.

Tiffany Oppelt