Learn about the Challenge Studio incubator

Today the city will hold an information session on its Challenge Studio incubator program, which teams up local entrepreneurs and helps them develop solutions to challenges outlined in the city’s five-year plan. Program administrator Lance McNeil will lead the free session, which runs 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Huston-Tillotson University Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation that is part of the Springdale General incubator on Springdale Road. The nine-month program will be focused on creating new businesses and products around the issues of food security, nutrition and zero-waste environmental goals. Applicants should have some business skills as well as experience in the specified areas. Participants will be provided with workspace, learning programs, coaching and technical assistance. Registration and information is available here.