Getting ready for the AHA! Collegiate Pitch competition on this beautiful Saturday at Houghton University! Watch student entrepreneurs pitch live on our YouTube channel for a chance to win $5,000 and vote for your favorite pitch—link in the comments! ... See MoreSee Less
He started with an idea and a trunk full of jeans — sound familiar? Today, Tommy Hilfiger continues to support Elmira and inspire entrepreneurs of all ages. Stories like his are why we do what we do: helping Elmira’s next great idea find its footing.
That spirit was on full display as Elmira College celebrated the opening of the Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Business School People’s Place store on campus with a ribbon-cutting event attended by Hilfiger and members of his family on April 1.
Made possible through a generous gift from Tommy Hilfiger, the store is designed as an experiential learning space where students can gain firsthand insight into both fashion and business.
Born and raised in Elmira, Tommy Hilfiger launched his career as a high school student selling bell-bottom jeans out of the trunk of his car, an early sign of the entrepreneurial spirit that would go on to shape a globally recognized brand.
Hilfiger remains connected and committed to the Elmira community, and this is reflected in his continued support of initiatives like this one.
Curious about networking, or ready to grow your network this spring?
Join us for Spring Into Entrepreneurship, a relaxed networking event designed to help you connect with local entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals. No pressure, just great conversations!
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 5:30–7:30 PM Elmira Incubator (318 Madison Ave, 3rd Floor)
🌷Food and beverages provided 🌹Welcoming, low-pressure environment 🪻New connections waiting to happen
Congratulations to Co.Starters and Business Plan graduate Connor DeLaney of DeLaney's Athletic Club for his recognition at the 41st Annual Chemung County Youth Bureau Awards for Program of Excellence! It's been awesome to see the growth this program and the impact it continues to make on the community.
The application deadline for the summer 2026 Prototyping Hardware Accelerator has been extended to April 10th.
Over 10 weeks, Rev’s Prototyping Hardware Accelerator guides product teams to determine if their ideas are commercially desirable, technologically feasible, and economically viable. Upon completion of the program, participants are positioned to recruit team members, bring on partners, initiate work with contract manufacturers, and pitch to investors. Teams will receive a stipend of up to $2,000 to advance their prototype.
The program offers four unique tracks with tailored content and instruction:
• Classic Track: Open to innovators in any field since 2014, Rev’s classic track provides foundational training across industries. • AgTech Track: Agriculture technology startups are immersed in specialized training and connected to experts and potential partners within the agriculture industry. • ClimateTech Track: Climate tech startups are placed in a like-minded cohort, matched with clean energy and clean tech mentors, and learn from guest speakers in the field. • MedTech Track: Offered in partnership with Cornell Biomedical Engineering and Weill Cornell, the new MedTech track provides access to specialized prototyping equipment, regulatory resources, and research and medical professionals in the field. ... See MoreSee Less
Teams of students from Alfred University, Houghton University, and Alfred State College will present their ideas for creating a new business. Winning teams will be awarded cash prizes, which can be used to put their business plans into action.
Scan the QR code to watch on YouTube and to vote for your favorite pitch! ... See MoreSee Less
Today, IncubatorWorks is reflecting on our most recent Co.Starters virtual cohort graduation, where we celebrated a major milestone: our 200th graduate!
We were incredibly impressed by the passion, hard work, and dedication our entrepreneurs brought to their final pitches. Congratulations to Daniel Ragland, who took home the $500 prize with his business, Marker Mender, a repair service for memorial markers and gravestones.
Congratulations to all the participants in this year’s Allegany County AHA! Collegiate Pitch Competition! 13 student teams pitched startup business ideas (a record number!) and we were impressed with the creativity and innovation of every one. Thank you to Houghton University, Alfred State College, Alfred University, the teams, judges, sponsors, staff, and everyone who made this year’s competition an amazing success! #entrepreneurship #StudentEntrepreneurs #startupcompetition ... See MoreSee Less
Stop by this Wednesday and join the conversation. Snacks provided! RSVP link in the comments. ... See MoreSee Less
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Getting ready for the AHA! Collegiate Pitch competition on this beautiful Saturday at Houghton University! Watch student entrepreneurs pitch live on our YouTube channel for a chance to win $5,000 and vote for your favorite pitch—link in the comments! ... See MoreSee Less
He started with an idea and a trunk full of jeans — sound familiar? Today, Tommy Hilfiger continues to support Elmira and inspire entrepreneurs of all ages. Stories like his are why we do what we do: helping Elmira’s next great idea find its footing.
That spirit was on full display as Elmira College celebrated the opening of the Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Business School People’s Place store on campus with a ribbon-cutting event attended by Hilfiger and members of his family on April 1.
Made possible through a generous gift from Tommy Hilfiger, the store is designed as an experiential learning space where students can gain firsthand insight into both fashion and business.
Born and raised in Elmira, Tommy Hilfiger launched his career as a high school student selling bell-bottom jeans out of the trunk of his car, an early sign of the entrepreneurial spirit that would go on to shape a globally recognized brand.
Hilfiger remains connected and committed to the Elmira community, and this is reflected in his continued support of initiatives like this one.
Read more: bit.ly/4dvTVrB
(Background adapted from newsroom.tommy.com) ... See MoreSee Less
Curious about networking, or ready to grow your network this spring?
Join us for Spring Into Entrepreneurship, a relaxed networking event designed to help you connect with local entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals. No pressure, just great conversations!
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
5:30–7:30 PM
Elmira Incubator (318 Madison Ave, 3rd Floor)
🌷Food and beverages provided
🌹Welcoming, low-pressure environment
🪻New connections waiting to happen
We hope to see you there!
RSVP here: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/fr4sa3p ... See MoreSee Less
Congratulations to Co.Starters and Business Plan graduate Connor DeLaney of DeLaney's Athletic Club for his recognition at the 41st Annual Chemung County Youth Bureau Awards for Program of Excellence! It's been awesome to see the growth this program and the impact it continues to make on the community.
Connor is pictured here with Robert Nichols, Program Director of Elmira Economic Opportunity Program, Inc., who also supports the program. ... See MoreSee Less
The application deadline for the summer 2026 Prototyping Hardware Accelerator has been extended to April 10th.
Over 10 weeks, Rev’s Prototyping Hardware Accelerator guides product teams to determine if their ideas are commercially desirable, technologically feasible, and economically viable. Upon completion of the program, participants are positioned to recruit team members, bring on partners, initiate work with contract manufacturers, and pitch to investors. Teams will receive a stipend of up to $2,000 to advance their prototype.
The program offers four unique tracks with tailored content and instruction:
• Classic Track: Open to innovators in any field since 2014, Rev’s classic track provides foundational training across industries.
• AgTech Track: Agriculture technology startups are immersed in specialized training and connected to experts and potential partners within the agriculture industry.
• ClimateTech Track: Climate tech startups are placed in a like-minded cohort, matched with clean energy and clean tech mentors, and learn from guest speakers in the field.
• MedTech Track: Offered in partnership with Cornell Biomedical Engineering and Weill Cornell, the new MedTech track provides access to specialized prototyping equipment, regulatory resources, and research and medical professionals in the field. ... See MoreSee Less
Don’t miss your chance to see student entrepreneurs in action this Saturday, April 11th!
Tune into the AHA! Allegany County Startup Collegiate Competition presented by IncubatorWorks and hosted by Houghton University.
Teams of students from Alfred University, Houghton University, and Alfred State College will present their ideas for creating a new business. Winning teams will be awarded cash prizes, which can be used to put their business plans into action.
Scan the QR code to watch on YouTube and to vote for your favorite pitch! ... See MoreSee Less
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This content isn't available right now
When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Today, IncubatorWorks is reflecting on our most recent Co.Starters virtual cohort graduation, where we celebrated a major milestone: our 200th graduate!
We were incredibly impressed by the passion, hard work, and dedication our entrepreneurs brought to their final pitches. Congratulations to Daniel Ragland, who took home the $500 prize with his business, Marker Mender, a repair service for memorial markers and gravestones.
Congratulations to all!
Shanadel Fenstermacher, Brick Corning, NY
Lamar Shea Chang, FLX Botany Manufacturing
Daniel Ragland, Marker Mender
Michael Corcoran, Revive A Drive
Lisa Duggan, Stardust Creation
Kelly Booker & Deb Brimmer, Sweet Grace
Desoni Cooper, B.L.I.S.S
Elsa Kettinger, The Wren & Nest
Ahtayanna Mason, Tidy Touch Professional Cleaning
Brad Wellman, Wellman Energy Solutions ... See MoreSee Less