Startup Foundry

Fueling the flight of innovation

Together, we are always looking forward. Taking small steps again and again and again as innovators on a mission to change the world. Startup Foundry is a launchpad for investable companies and creates conduits to capital.

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Pitch Competitions

Black and Gold Awards

Biannual pitch competition for new Purdue startups to gain initial investment.

Ag-Celerator

Up to $100K investment made into Purdue-affiliated Agriculture startups each semester.

*If you’re a startup interested in gaining your first investment, reach out to our team for a consultation and we’ll direct you to programs and opportunities that are the best fit for you. 

PRF Monthly Events

September 2023

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  • Firestarter Cohort
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  • Firestarter (In-Person Cohort Applications Closed)
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  • Coffee at Convergence – Featuring Jeremy Slater, Vice President – Capital Projects and Facilities
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  • Purdue Women’s Network Cocktails and Conversation with Madison Sowards
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  • The Mix – Monthly Networking Event
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  • Purdue Alumni Entrepreneurship Networking reception featuring Purdue Innovates
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  • Firestarter Cohort
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  • Firestarter Cohort
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  • Purdue Women’s Network Fall Luncheon with Brooke Beier, Nathalie Duval-Couetil, Kris Taylor, and Katie McNamee
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