ElevAsian New Venture Cohort Program
What to ExpectThe Ideation to Venture Launch Program is designed for early-stage founders who want to explore an idea, understand their customers, and shape a venture that can realistically move forward. Over eight (8) sessions, participants work through the key questions every founder faces—from identifying the right problem to presenting their venture with clarity.
Along the way, founders test their thinking, learn from the experiences of other entrepreneurs, and refine the direction of their venture. Optional one-on-one progress checkpoints provide space for focused guidance and feedback as ideas evolve. The program concludes with a venture pitch session where participants share their ideas, receive feedback, and reflect on the progress they have made.
What the Program Includes
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Eight (8) interactive founder sessions
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Optional one-on-one venture progress checkpoints
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Draft pitch feedback before the final presentation
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Conversations with experienced founders and leaders
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Final venture pitch session
Sessions take place online Wednesdays from 6:30–8:00 PM, from June through August 2026.
Who Should Apply
Participants may come from a range of industries, including technology, retail, and service-based businesses.
This program is designed for people who are:
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a startup or business idea
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an early-stage venture
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entrepreneurship as a next step
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for thoughtful feedback and a community of founders
Meet the Instructor
Sandhya Balasubramanian is a startup co-founder, entrepreneurship educator, and venture mentor supporting early-stage founders in building and scaling innovation-driven ventures. As a New Venture Advisor with ElevAsian and Assistant Dean at the WPI Business School, she brings deep experience in startup development, ecosystem building, and applied entrepreneurship education.
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Bring Your Ideas to Life
Are you unsure what your next step should be to grow your business?
Do you wish you had access to experienced founders and a community of entrepreneurs to learn from and grow with?
Do you wish you had a space to test ideas and get honest feedback?
Do you feel like you’re figuring everything out on your own?