1871
Innovation Labs
1871's Innovation Labs aim to build a vast and inclusive global community of startups, corporate innovators, investors, and industry experts.
We strive to create a collaborative hub for research, industry connections, and showcasing knowledge, setting the stage for future innovations.
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with industry experts
We bring in key industry players to educate, catalyze, celebrate, and connect across our Lab’s focus areas.
Innovation Labs Breakdown
A 2-part experience
Designed to solve leading industry problems, connect key players in tech, and innovate in focus areas year-round.
Each “active” Lab consists of 4 immersive weeks of programming, with cohorts meeting for one week per month for 4 months.
Industry or Technology-based programming
Participants access a community dedicated to their industry and occurring events and workshops to keep them connected to their industry’s needs.
Immersion
4 immersive weeks of programming, concentrating on breakout topics and focus areas.
Who joins the Labs as a cohort member?
Growth startups
Late stage lab partner
Corporate innovators
Who else is involved in the Labs?
Ecosystem players
Investors & vetted industry experts support all Labs w/ mentorship and an opportunity for funding.
General public
Professionals & topical enthusiasts can join immersive week programming that is part of the Lab w/o the community connections.