Apply Now: Knox St Studios Launch Lab Accelerator
Are you an early-stage founder with a big idea and an even bigger drive to make it happen? We’re inviting passionate entrepreneurs like you to apply for our 12-week accelerator program, designed to give you the tools, mentorship, and community to bring your startup vision to life!
Time and Location
12 weeks: Early September-November 2025
Hybrid. Physical Location in Durham TBA
About the Accelerator
In this hands-on program, you’ll gain essential skills to develop, test, and grow your business. You will learn how to craft a Lean Canvas, develop a prototype, identify customer personas, and leverage AI for growth! The Launch Lab accelerator is packed with practical workshops that will catalyze your startup! Selected candidates will receive a significant financial investment in their business upon program completion.
Launch Lab (12 weeks) (Sept 8-Nov 11 2025)
Applications Open July 8th- Friday August 22
Selected participants will be notified by August 27th
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store:
Customer Persona Building: Understand your target audience and what drives them.
Prototyping and MVP Building: Transform your ideas into tangible, testable products.
Lean Canvas Development: Map out your startup model with clarity and focus.
Marketing and Growth Strategies: Learn to capture attention and grow your user base.
AI for Startups: Discover how AI can supercharge your business.
Apply now to join a cohort of like-minded founders and start building the foundation for a successful business. This could be the leap your startup needs! The Accelerator will take place in a hybrid format.