Whether you’re a student, an early-stage entrepreneur, or growing your startup, our launch accelerator provides expert mentorship, funding opportunities, and a roadmap to success. Join a community of founders building their future.
Entrepreneurship Specific to You
Wherever you are in your startup journey whether exploring, launching, or scaling, we provide the guidance, mentorship, funding, and resources to help you succeed.
I have a business idea and want to use my OPT to launch it. How can I get started?
I’m exploring entrepreneurship as an option to stay in the U.S. Can this program help me find an idea?
I’ve been in the workforce, but now it’s time to turn my idea into a business. What’s my next step?
I’m a student looking to build entrepreneurial skills for my college applications. Where do I begin?
Start & Grow Your Business – At All Stages
Students
Start your business while still in school. Learn, launch, and connect with top mentors.
International F1 Founders
Build your business legally while staying visa-compliant.
Professionals
Turn your idea into a business while working full-time. Get the tools to scale.
Free Workshops & Events – Join us!
Join our free workshops and pitch events designed to help founders like you gain mentorship, refine your ideas, and connect with investors. Whether you’re exploring entrepreneurship or ready to pitch, there’s an event for you!
Your Startup Journey Starts Here
We help you launch, grow, fundraise and scale within our programs.
1. Startup Launch Accelerator
Guided programs to validate, launch, and scale your business.
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2. One-on-One Mentorship
Get expert guidance from experienced entrepreneurs.
Schedule a Zoom with one of our Mentors
3. Funding & Investor Access
Secure funding through grants, pitch events, and investor networks.
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4. Legal & Visa Support (For International Founders)
OPT-compliant startup solutions to launch legally.
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5. Workshops & Events
Master fundraising, product building, and business scaling.
Join a Workshop
6. Community & Networking
Connect with like-minded founders, investors, and industry leaders. Join the Community
Launch & Scale Your Startup Today
We help you ideate, build, launch, grow, fundraise and scale within our programs
1. Startup Launch Accelerator
Guided programs to validate, launch, and scale your business.
Explore More
2. One-on-One Mentorship
Expert guidance from experienced entrepreneurs.
Get Mentorship
3. Funding & Investor Access
Secure funding through grants, pitch events, and investor networks.
Secure Funding
4. Legal & Visa Support
OPT-compliant startup solutions to launch legally.
Learn more
5. Workshops & Events
Master fundraising, product building, and business scaling.
Attend Workshop
6. Community & Networking
Connect with like-minded founders, investors, and industry leaders.
Join Network
Our Blog
Get expert insights on launching, pitching, funding, MVPs, and go-to-market strategies. Learn from industry leaders and build the mindset for startup success.
Unlocking Success: Navigating OPT Job Search Challenges Through Entrepreneurship Education and Business Launch
In this detailed exploration, we unveil the challenges faced by international students on F-1 Visas hoping to utilize their Optional Practical Training “OPT” eligibility for 1-year (or 2-year STEM extension). We then delved into solutions, emphasizing the importance of continuous
Navigating the Startup Jungle: A Helpful Guide to Business Plans and Pitch Decks
When you’re setting out on the adventure of entrepreneurship, it’s like embarking on a safari through the dense jungle of the startup business world. You have your machete in hand, but what’s missing is your map and compass. That’s where
High School Entrepreneur Programs: Empowering Teens to Launch Startups and Get the Attention of College Admission Counselors
Introduction In today’s ever-evolving world, the path to success has many doors, and one of the most exciting ones leads to entrepreneurship. The concept of starting your own business and making your mark in the world is no longer limited
A Message from Our Founder
Michael is a professor, investor, and startup CEO with multiple successful ventures – both in startups and venture capital. He currently teaches Entrepreneurship at Columbia University and advises early-stage startups and larger businesses worldwide. His work focuses on helping founders scale their ideas into thriving businesses.
“Entrepreneurship puts your future in your hands—turning your skills into a job-creating business rather than waiting for opportunities. Too many talented people are limited by access, not ability. That’s why I founded Ivy Entrepreneurs: to remove barriers and empower the next generation of startup leaders”
Turn Your Idea into a Business – Start Today!
Turn your idea into a thriving business. We help you get there!
Why Choose Ivy Entrepreneurs
We take you from ideation to funding with a hands-on, step-by-step approach. We take you from ideation to funding with a hands-on, step-by-step approach.
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Testimonials & Success Stories
Hear directly from founders about their journey with Ivy Entrepreneurs—how our programs helped them build, launch, and grow their businesses.
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