Youngstown Business Incubator

Welcome to the Youngstown Business Incubator (YBI), where we are dedicated to elevating TECH, WOMEN, YOUTH, MINORITY, and ADDITIVE entrepreneurs to new heights. Located in the heart of Youngstown, Ohio, YBI is a beacon for innovation, entrepreneurship, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Our Mission:

YBI’s business accelerator programs are designed to develop successful digital businesses, promote women’s and minority entrepreneurship, and advance manufacturing technologies. Whether you're ready to build a tech startup, a digital enterprise, or an innovative manufacturing business, our mentorship and business incubator programs will elevate your early-stage startup company to the next level.

What We Offer:

- Business Development Programs: Our expert staff and mentors collaborate with entrepreneurs to develop pitch decks, create business plans, raise funds, locate networking opportunities, hire key team members, and set critical milestones for success.

- Additive Manufacturing (AM): We work directly with Ohio manufacturers to integrate Additive Manufacturing technology into their business models. Our AM team offers trusted fee-for-service work to diversify your manufacturing capabilities.

- Funding Connections: We facilitate connections with capital and seed funding sources to ensure funding is not a barrier to launching your business.

- Innovative Workspace: Our five renovated buildings, including the state-of-the-art Tech Block Building 5 (TBB5), are designed to inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs. TBB5 houses cutting-edge equipment and 3D printers, providing a collaborative environment for innovation.

- Tech Integration: YBI connects entrepreneurs with top-tier software, web, and app developers, graphic and interactive designers, and engineers to meet any project needs.

- Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC): We assist minority entrepreneurs in obtaining essential certifications such as Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Encouraging Diversity Growth and Equity (EDGE), Women-Owned Enterprise (WBE), and Veteran-Friendly Enterprise (VBE).

Additional Services:

- Ohio State Certification Assistance: Navigate the certification process with ease with our expert guidance.

- Product Commercialization: Discuss your product ideas with developers to bring them to market.

- Co-Working Spaces: Utilize our flexible office spaces designed to foster creativity and collaboration.

- Technology Integration: Have our engineers assist in integrating new technologies into your manufacturing processes.

Are you ready for serious business development? YBI is the startup accelerator you've been looking for. Start the YBI application process today and take the first step towards turning your business idea into a reality.

Join us at the Youngstown Business Incubator and be part of a community that is driving innovation and entrepreneurship forward.