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Innovate413 is launching a new kind of startup community in Western Mass. Like what you see? Please share with your network!

Innovate413 Events

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Spark your Idea

A Hands-on Startup Workshop with UMass Downtown

6:00pm-8:00pm

UMass Downtown 108 N Pleasant St Amherst, MA 01002

Invent the Valley’s Future

The Talent’s Here. The Ideas Are Here. Let’s Build the Future Here.

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Founding Partners

Innovate413 is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (in formation).
Our founding partners share our commitment to inclusive economic growth.

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Western Mass is bursting with creativity, talent, and grit.
Now, we’re building a startup community to catalyze innovation and create the future.

This fall, Innovate413 launches a new kind of venture studio—designed to help bold ideas grow, connect founders to game-changing partners, and build the next generation of employers right here at home.​

Who Should Join Us?

Aspiring Founders

Got an idea—or want to find one? This is your place to start, build, and grow.

Mentors & Guides

Share your experience. Help someone create what’s next.
 

Catalysts

Bring your toughest problems—and help a founder turn them into solutions.

Curious Observers

Not sure where you fit yet? Come see what’s possible. Everyone’s welcome.

Sign Up. Show Up. Build What’s Next.

Get early invites to every event. First dibs on limited spots.

Don’t miss your chance to help shape the Valley’s innovation future.

Our Edge? Catalysts.

Early Catalyst Partners

Most programs offer mentors. We’ve learned we must go further.

Innovate413 connects founders to Catalysts—real local organizations with pressing challenges and powerful networks.

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These partners offer real tools, testbeds, tech support, and potential customer pilots. It’s not just mentorship. It’s momentum.

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