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IDEAinstitute
From idea to startup in 12 weeks
IDEAinstitute is a 12-week accelerator designed to move founders from concept to company with speed and intention. Through expert-led sessions, hands-on tools, and direct access to mentors and investors, founders build real traction.
VILLAGEx
For high-growth Startups ready to raise $1M+ in capital
VILLAGEx is a selective accelerator for high-growth startups on the path to raising $1M+ in capital. Designed for scale, the program equips founders with the strategy, network, and visibility needed to compete at the next level.
WORLD-CLASS STARTUPS BORN STRAIGHT FROM THE GULF SOUTH
Meet a few of the 300+ later-stage alumni who are building scalable companies across the Gulf South region. Following their time at The Idea Village, these startups have achieved remarkable milestones, such as participating in other industry-leading accelerators, securing over $1 million in venture funding, building teams of up to 500+ people, successfully exiting, and more!
INNOVATION X CULTURE
Recorded live at New Orleans Entrepreneur Week (NOEW), Big Easy Ideas: a thought leadership podcast focused on startups, innovation, entrepreneurship, technology, and culture. Tune in to hear from a diverse range of successful business leaders, startup founders, investors, culture bearers….and more!
ENGAGE WITH
THE VILLAGE
Whether you are a founder, investor, mentor, community member, or
just believe in an exceptional future for the Gulf South, there are so many ways to plug into the Village.
