IF YOU’RE READY, WE’VE BEEN WAITING
Expert Support at Every Stage of Your Startup
Idea
Helping you nurture and refine your concepts, turning dreams into actionable plans. And, yes, we can work with napkin notes.
Creation
Connecting you with the right tools, resources, mentorship and funding opportunities to develop your idea into a product. And the coffee you need to fuel it.
Launch
Providing the marketing and logistical support to introduce your product to the market and debut successfully – without the “am I forgetting anything?!” insomnia.
Grow
Standing by your side with scalable solutions and guidance so you can expand your reach and impact. Don’t worry, we try not to be too much of a backseat driver.
Exit
Offering strategic advice and assistance in valuation, negotiation, and transtion to support you through the sale or merger (so you can go ahead and get started on that next idea you’ve got written on that napkin there).
“In the development of our app, we were lacking a business plan. Monica and her team are continuing to coach us through the process of taking our idea to a fully developed business. We feel like Sprocket is not just a place that can help us in the development of our mobile app, but also help us develop it into a business.”
OUR PROGRAMS WILL HELP YOU
Grow Your Business
Next 50K Startup Competition
The Sprocket Next50K Startup Competition is a celebration of innovative and technology-driven ideas. We empower early-stage entrepreneurs with support to help their startup thrive in a competitive environment and the guidance of industry experts and successful entrepreneurs.
WKY Innovation Challenge
With the help of Sprocket, startups can access investors and secure the funds they need to grow their business. Our platform allows startups to tap into a network of investors and secure the capital they need to succeed.
BUSINESS COACHING ON-THE-HOUSE
Grow Your Startup with Us, We Know What We’re Doing
With insights from seasoned experts and real-world problem solvers, we’re not just winging it. We’ll share the knowledge that’s propelled countless startups to success. After all, we’ve been around the block and know which turns to take.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Chris Woolridge
Chris Woolridge is the Director for the Center of Economic and Entrepreneurial Development for Murray State University and provides over 20 years of experience with all aspects of small business development.
SMALL BUSINESS GUIDANCE
Melanie Reason
As the Business Development Specialist for the City of Paducah, Melanie brings a wealth of knowledge, guidance, and strategic support for growing startups, scaling small businesses, and entrepreneurs.
FEDERAL CONTRACTING
Frank Bennett
As a KYPTAC Procurement Consultant, Frank provides strategic support to any business seeking federal contracts and clients. He demystifies the process, offering guidance on everything from understanding regulations to bid writing.
LEARN FROM ENTREPRENEURS
Startup Stories
Startup Stories is a regular community event showcasing the stories of successful entrepreneurs who have turned their idea into a thriving, sustainable business. View our event page to sign up for the next Startup Stories event!