Innovation DuPage (ID) is a non-profit venture that unites entrepreneurs and small business owners with the people, resources and programs that help them grow. We connect our members with vetted mentors who can help establish a strong foundation as they rapidly scale. We are a place to belong, offering workshops and inclusive co-working. We are a community, a place to try new things and build on your ideas. 

OUR PROGRAM
Our members build concepts into viable commercial ventures. The ID Roadmap enables founders to efficiently scale a startup by searching for product/market fit. Mentors empower entrepreneurs – helping them vet their value proposition, business model and customer viability. 

OUR RESOURCES
The ID Venture Incubator provides a central hub for a diverse collection of resources and collaboration. Members mingle with proven entrepreneurs and domain experts to refine their ‘unfair advantage’ and competitive differentiation in the marketplace. Our menu of programs includes individual mentoring sessions, workshops & webinars, startup conferences, investor panels, business plan competitions and our signature Owner-to-CEO business accelerator. 

OUR COMMUNITY
The ID Network is extensive. Members collaborate across a collection of business, academic, research and government partners. ID supports the entrepreneurial community, enhances regional prosperity, attracts world-class talent and drives sustainable economic growth.

ID's mission is to significantly impact regional economic development by leveraging public and private partners in support of startup and early-stage business enterprises by connecting them to the knowledge, expert mentors and resources necessary to succeed.

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