Turning founders into leaders and ideas into exits

Launchpad is a community for early-stage tech startups looking to grow fast

With full-time community support, curated programming, and an exclusive network of mentors and investors, we’re here to help you get traction and scale.

INCUBATOR

Our free 12-week Incubator helps you shape your idea, validate your product, and build early traction—alongside a supportive community of founders meeting weekly in-person
across South Carolina.

Accepting up to 20 founders per cohort

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

IGNITE

Ready for the next step? Ignite connects founders to capital, strategy, and investor networks—plus the advantages of Greenville’s Opportunity Zone—to help you raise smarter and scale faster.

OUR TWO FLAGSHIP PROGRAMS:

Innovative STARTUP Solutions

Launchpad provides a collaborative environment and resources to help select startups thrive. Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and industry leaders to fuel your
startup’s growth, including in-person and hybrid options.

Access to Early-Stage Capital

Get a virtual mailbox, legal counsel, and other professional services at your fingertips

Prime Location

Benefit from an Opportunity Zone address for potential tax advantages

Access to Business Resources

Curated Startup Programming

Investor connections, workshops, mentorships with EIRs and more

Accelerate your startup’s growth with access to early-stage capital and fundraising support through our investor network

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PRIME LOCATIONs

Launchpad is positioned in Greeville's innovation corridor, fostering growth and collaboration for startups along the vibrant Swamp Rabbit Trail. In 2026 we will launch other cohorts in Columbia, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Spartanburg, and Tri-County.

Address

1016 Laurens Rd Ste. A
Greenville, SC 29607

Hours

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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