CYstarters Mentor Network

CYstarters is an 11-week summer accelerator for Iowa State students or recent graduates to focus on their startup or business idea.  Students will receive $6,500 for individual or up to $13,000 per student team for the opportunity to spend their summer dedicated to achieving their startup goals and pursuing entrepreneurial aspirations.

Description of program activities:

1. Accountability pitches:  The CYstarters 11-week program is designed so that every week the startup will have accountability pitches to the Pappajohn Center staff, mentors, and the rest of the startups.
2. Educational sessions:  Each week we will focus on a different aspect for starting a business and the resources one might need.
3. Panel discussions:  1-2 times per month, we will bring in an interactive panel made up of industry leaders to discuss specific topics as they relate to business, entrepreneurship, startups and more.
4. Networking/Social events:  1-2 times per month, we will plan for various networking events and socials within the Ames and Des Moines startup communities.