The gist
Hosted by Geekdom, the startup bootcamps will provide 54 hours of immersive, hands-on programming covering foundational business skills, such as the lean canvas model, how to give an elevator pitch and how to make a business pitch deck.
According to county documents, the goal of the bootcamps is the formation of 75 new companies in 2025, and equipping local entrepreneurs with the tools, mentorship and networks necessary to launch and sustain their businesses.
The startup bootcamp is a weekend program that helps aspiring entrepreneurs build a strong foundation for launching their startups. This is accomplished through hands-on learning, expert guidance and mentor support, participants leave with a clear action plan to move their ideas forward.
2024 results:
- 140 companies launched
- 147 total participants assisted
- 9 total bootcamps conducted
Backstory
The commissioners court approved the Bexar County Innovation Policy on Dec. 13, 2022. According to county documents, the policy includes a program to build the Bexar County entrepreneurial base by affiliating with experienced innovation ecosystem partners to host competitions, challenges, showcases or boot camps.
Bexar County created the Innovation Fund to:
- Entice small innovative companies to move their operations to Bexar County
- Assist local innovators to take their ideas to market then scale them in Bexar County
- Fund talent development competitions, professional or technical training or brand building
