Digital Platform Accelerator

Led by Eric Krohn, Director of Business Incubation Programming, the Koffman’s Digital Platform Accelerator is crafted for entrepreneurs aiming to modernize and enhance their existing apps or e-commerce websites to better meet their customers’ needs. This comprehensive course emphasizes customer-centric design, equipping participants with the skills to integrate key elements that will set their platform apart from the competition. You’ll learn to identify the essential functions for your Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and stay current with the latest design and aesthetic trends.

Program Highlights:

Expert Business Guidance

Gain insights from industry experts to refine your platform strategy.

Peer Feedback

Collaborate with motivated peers to receive constructive feedback and new perspectives.

Mentorship and Partnership

Connect with mentors and potential business partners.

Structured Mentorship

Utilize the Business Model Canvas for a structured approach to development.

"The Accelerator Program at the Koffman Incubator has been a game-changer for Yokel. They helped us sharpen our business model, define our strategy, and accelerate our growth in ways we couldn’t have done alone—they invested in our success and connected us with a powerful community of entrepreneurs and experts!"

"For 2immersive4u’s jounrey, the program’s crucial resources and connections have propelled our growth in the immersive technology space. Eric's personalized approach to addressing our unique challenges helped us refine our business model and strengthen our market position.”

"Eric helped me navigate the very murky and difficult mobile app business world. He was able to bring me up to speed on my particular app market and hone my focus on proper market and product features. I believe that every person that wants to create a mobile app business should take this course.”

The Digital Platform Accelerator is completely free, with no cost to participate. Cohorts are currently conducted virtually, welcoming entrepreneurs from anywhere in the world. Upon completing the course, wach graduate of the program will receive a $5000 credit for software development with Orderstack.io.

Who Should Apply?

The Koffman Digital Platform Accelerator is ideal for entrepreneurs and business owners who:

Have an Existing App or E-Commerce Website: This program is designed for those looking to evolve and enhance their current digital platform to better serve their customers.
Are Customer-Centric: Applicants should be eager to learn and implement design principles that prioritize the customer experience.
Seek Competitive Differentiation: Those who want to incorporate unique features and functionalities that set their platform apart from competitors will greatly benefit from this course.

Program Timeline and Key Dates:

The Digital Platform Accelerator is run once per year, normally beginning in June. Program duration is 7 weeks, with virtual classes held once a week for two hours.

Up to 10 teams are accepted. Open to any U.S. based startup or business.