The Launch Pad

The Launch Pad - Join Our Give Campaign
2025-10-27 - 2025-11-21
At the heart of innovation on campus, The Launch Pad is the University’s entrepreneurial hub—supporting students, alumni, and faculty as they bring their ideas to life. Since 2008, we’ve empowered over 5,700 aspiring founders through one-on-one guidance, startup competitions, mentorship opportunities, and meaningful partnerships. Our mission is to educate, advocate, and create a stronger startup ecosystem right here at the U.
Your gift will help us expand our programs and resources, including expert mentorship, hands-on workshops, startup grants, and tech tools that help early-stage ventures thrive. We’re focused on scaling our impact and building an even more dynamic and inclusive space for entrepreneurs at every stage. Let’s shape the future of innovation, together!

Building Real Products with Alex Hussain
2025-10-30 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Lakeside Pavilon

eMerge Americas Application: NOW OPEN
2025-11-14 08:00 - 2025-11-18 17:00
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Investor-Ready: Are You There Yet? A Deep Dive into Startup Fundability
2025-11-18 13:00 - 15:00

eMerge Americas Startup Roadshow- Founder Pitch Night
2026-01-14 16:00 - 20:00 | Lakeside Village Expo Center, 1280 Stanford Drive, Coral Gables, FL, 33146, United States
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Spring Open House
2026-01-16 12:00 - 14:00 | The Launch Pad, 1306 Stanford Drive, Miami, FL, US

Spring 26' Startup Networking Night
2026-01-27 18:00 - 20:00

We Make Moves - Founder Mentorship Program
2026-01-31
