Propel your idea forward with programming for early-stage growth. From foundational training to mentorship opportunities and hands-on challenges, you’ll find the tools, connections, and inspiration needed to take your first steps forward.

Programs

Startup World Cup

StartUp Grind hosts monthly events featuring successful Tulsa founders, innovators, educators, and investors who share lessons learned on the road to building great companies. Startup Grind nurtures startup ecosystems in 125+ countries through events, media, partnerships, and funding.

Co.starters x Tulsa Tech Entrepreneur Training

Costarters x Tulsa Tech Entrepreneur Training  equips aspiring entrepreneurs with the insights, relationships, and tools needed to turn ideas into action and turn a passion into a sustainable and thriving endeavor. These nationally-based programs have been proven to jump-start entrepreneurial ideas and provide a foundation for success.

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Oklahoma Commercialization Network

The Oklahoma Commercialization Network, OCN, exists to serve as the front door for entrepreneurs across Oklahoma, offering an approachable entry point into the state’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem. Initiated and powered by the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST), OCN aims to be the central hub where tech startups and scalable businesses can access the resources, expertise, and connections they need to thrive, from concept to funding. OCAST’s mission is to enhance and diversify Oklahoma's economy, and to create new and improved job opportunities in alignment with OCN.

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Hispanic Entrepreneurs Academy

La Academia de Emprendimiento Hispano es un programa básico de emprendimiento de 7 semanas facilitado por Tulsa Technology Center en colaboración con UMA Tulsa, la Asociación de Pequeños Negocios Hispanos, Gradient y CO.STARTERS, donde aprenderá los conceptos básicos para convertir una idea en un negocio haciendo parte de un grupo de estudiantes y con el apoyo de mentores, expertos y una comunidad que le ayudará a lograr un éxito sostenido.

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Gradient Advisor Program

The Gradient Advisor Program is designed to give members access to experienced entrepreneurs and business leaders who understand the risks and rewards of starting a business. Our advisors are selected because of their ability to provide honest and practical feedback based on personal experience — not just business theory.

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Whether you’ve got an idea or an early-stage startup, Gradient has the programs, mentorship, accelerators, and incubators to grow your business.

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