49er Foundry is our premier student incubator program, supporting students from idea creation through venture development and growth. With two tracks—Venture Development and Corporate Innovation—the program guides students through two progressive, semester-long stages: Impact and Growth. Along the way, students strengthen their creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial thinking as they turn ideas into action.

Celebrate the next generation of entrepreneurs at the 49er Foundry Business Shower during Global Entrepreneurship Week at CO-LAB! Student founders will share their Business Model Canvases with the public and be “showered” with constructive feedback, fresh perspectives, and encouragement. As they transition from the program’s Impact stage into Growth, your insights will help them refine their ideas, strengthen their business models, and shape their next steps. Join us to connect with emerging founders and help their ventures grow!