Georgetown University fosters entrepreneurship through various initiatives, demonstrating its commitment to an innovative culture and supporting alumni ventures. Georgetown Entrepreneurship provides diverse programming for students and alumni, while the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC) nurtures new ventures based on Georgetown technologies. Within OTC, Georgetown Tech Ventures (GTV) supports technology-based startups and spinouts, bridging academic research with industry applications. GTV offers comprehensive resources to help these startups effectively contribute to the economic ecosystem, particularly in the DMV region. Together, these initiatives highlight Georgetown’s dedication to empowering entrepreneurs and fostering impactful innovation.
Georgetown Tech Ventures
Georgetown Tech Ventures (GTV), launched by Georgetown’s Office of Technology Commercialization, facilitates research translation into marketable innovations in the DMV region. GTV employs outreach, training, mentorship, and support services to assist tech startups and foster university entrepreneurship. The program aims to boost research-based ventures, enhancing the DMV tech ecosystem and regional economic growth Learn more >
Ecosystem Resources
Georgetown’s OTC keeps a dynamic ecosystem committed to propelling innovation and Georgetown’s OTC maintains a dynamic ecosystem driving innovation and entrepreneurship through strategic partnerships. This network spans networking, mentoring, funding, education, and training initiatives. OTC collaborates with diverse partners for comprehensive business services. The ecosystem fosters incubation and acceleration, propelling ventures and research. This synergy creates a support structure where ideas flourish and innovation drives change.
SBIR/STTR programs – The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs
“Federal innovation, scientific achievement, and diverse entrepreneurship through small business innovation and research. Through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, America’s Seed Fund awards non-dilutive funding to develop your technology and chart a path toward commercialization. The federal government invests in your solution and gives you the freedom to run your business according to your vision.”
The National Science Foundation (NSF) I-Corps program
I-Corps™ delivers real-world, immersive learning about how to transfer ideas and research into innovative products and processes. The program is intended to give participants an avenue to pursue the commercialization of their research. The George Washington University became a partner institution in the I-Corps Hub, advancing innovation in the Mid-Atlantic region and expanding the societal impact of fundamental research.
