Participation in the Kick-off Session Unlocks
- Chance to win $100 in seed funds to help you develop your pitch
- Invitation to Information Sessions for E-Hub Incubator Tracks
Acceptance into Phase 1 Unlocks
- Non-dilutive seed funding $1,000
- Training: How to manage external funding
- Exclusive access to HBS Foundry platform
- Dedicated meeting with the Lead Advisor
- Priority Access to Peer Experts
- Exclusive access to first set of alumni-led workshops and training
- Access to software platforms for prototyping and experimentation
Acceptance into Phase 2 Unlocks
- Everything in Phase 1 plus
- Non-dilutive seed funding $3,000
- Invitation to the Founders Circle
- Priority Access to Entrepreneurs in Residence
- Continued access to second set of alumni-led workshops and training
- Invitation to access shared space at the Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC)
- Invitation to access initial, pro bono legal consultation with additional funding from Catalyst Grants
Acceptance into Phase 3 Unlocks
- Everything in Phase 2 plus
- Non-dilutive seed funding $10,000
- Continued access to the third set of alumni-led workshops and training
- Nomination to external incubators such as the Hult Prize, TiE Boston, and more
- Vetting by Angel Investors (closed-door meetings)
- Access to programming talent via TopTal
Comparison of Resources and Benefits
| Benefits and Access | Phase 0 | Phase 1 | Phase 2 | Phase 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kick-off Seed Fund | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Invitation to Track Information Sessions | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Exclusive Access to HBS Foundry AI Platform |
| ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Exclusive Access to Incubator Training Sessions |
| ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Seed Funding: $1,000 |
| ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Access to Lead Advisor |
| ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Priority Access to Peer Experts |
| ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Access to Entrepreneurs in Residence |
| ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Access to Software Platforms |
| ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Seed Funding: $3,000 |
|
| ✅ | ✅ |
| Access to Shared Office Space at CIC |
|
| ✅ | ✅ |
| Hult Prize Information & Materials |
|
| ✅ | ✅ |
| Legal Consultations |
|
| ✅ | ✅ |
| Access to Top Programming Talent via TopTal |
|
| ✅ | ✅ |
| Seed Funding: $10,000 |
|
|
| ✅ |
| Nomination and Assistance for External Incubators |
|
|
| ✅ |
| Additional Legal Consultations |
|
|
| ✅ |
| Vetting by Angel Investors |
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|
| ✅ |
Last Updated: Nov, 2025