Activation Capital engages and connects the many influential players in our innovation ecosystem, and strives to give startup founders access to the tools and resources they need to navigate the entrepreneurial process.

Find programs and places where you can help grow your idea or company.

Make sure you know what's happening in the RVA i+e ecosystem.

Find great resources and learn about events to strengthen your relationships and networks.

In need of business advice or are you interested in providing help to startups in the region? Start here.

Whether it's office space, lab space, or a space to co-work, there are a variety of options in the region.

Success means not only producing the next generation of entrepreneurs and job creators, but generating highly employable entrepreneurs that feed the region's growing innovation economy.

Learn more about how we can set goals for the region, and demonstrate opportunities for support and engagement using actionable data.

Small business innovation research funding is instrumental in increasing the number of entrepreneurs and startups in high-growth industry sectors.