Collider Community Incubator

This 12 week, intensive program will help you go from a solid business model to the next steps, demonstrating that your idea has what it takes to become a viable business within the community. During this structured program, incubator companies will create an individualized plan to create a minimal viable product or service, or increase their sales. This is the perfect opportunity to keep moving forward, in the right direction, with your business idea and take that important next step to becoming a viable business.

The incubator program includes dedicated workshops, which are also open to the public, plus a cohort based model to connect you to other like-minded individuals taking the same steps with their business. 

Incubator companies will receive:

  • Mentorship

  • Structured programming

  • 1:1 startup support

  • Networking opportunities

  • Increased visibility for their business

  • Resource connection

  • Access to discounted business services

  • Cohort based support

  • Personalized plan to keep your business moving forward.


Ideal candidates for the program include:

  • CO.STARTERS graduates or individuals who received extensive 1:1 startup support from Collider.

  • Individuals with a tested business canvas or business plan.

  • Individuals with a newly developed product or service who are ready to grow their sales.

  • Those who identify as minority entrepreneurs, including women, BIPOC, LGBTQI+, veterans, persons with disabilities, or individuals living below the poverty line.

  • Live or plan to operate the business in Rochester, MN.


Applications for our upcoming April cohort have closed. The next application will open up in September. However, please join in on public workshops supported by the incubator. Register for one workshop, or the whole series!

Collider Community Full Workshop Series Package: $100

Incubator Workshop #1: Design Thinking

Explore the principles of design thinking and learn how to identify problems effectively. Participants will restate problems and develop a deeper understanding of user needs to quickly take their idea from a concept on paper to something they can test with their target market.

Incubator Workshop #2: Market Analysis

Gain insights into gathering and interpreting market data to identify target customer segments and assess market trends. Participants will learn how to conduct a competitive analysis to understand their position in the market and effectively differentiate their offerings to meet customer needs.

Incubator Workshop #3: Operations + Channels

Understand the critical role of efficient operational processes in driving business success. Participants will explore different distribution channels and learn how to select the most appropriate channels for their products or services, optimizing reach and customer engagement.

Incubator Workshop #4: Finance Projections

Learn essential financial projection techniques, including budgeting, sales forecasting, and cash flow statement preparation. Participants will also understand key financial metrics and how to use them to evaluate the financial needs of their venture effectively.

Incubator Workshop #5: Web Design and Branding

Explore principles of effective web design and branding to create a cohesive and compelling brand identity. Participants will develop practical skills in designing websites that effectively communicate their brand message and engage target audiences.

The Collider Community Incubator program is supported by: