Environmental, Social & Governance (Sustainable Development Goals/SDGs)

Standards for Sustainable and Responsible Business Practices

UBI Global Benchmark

A Third-Party Assessment On-demand for UBI Global Members

UBI Global Ranking

Categorized recognition and celebration of the world's most impactful startup incubators and accelerators

Advisor

Trusted Experts Enhancing Startup Decision-Making

Agentic AI

Autonomous AI Revolutionizing Decision-Making and Operations

Bootstrapping

Starting and Growing a Business Independently

Business Support Organization (BSO)

Strengthening Startup Ecosystems through Collaboration

Commercialization

Transforming Innovation into Market Value

Commercialization Program

Bridging Innovation to Market Success

Impact Innovation

Creating Positive Change Through Balanced Innovation

Alumni Startup

Graduates of Incubator and Accelerator Programs Scaling New Heights

Cloud-Native Solutions/Hybrid Cloud

Agile, Scalable, and Flexible Cloud Architectures

Cluster Strategy

Driving Regional Innovation through Sector Collaboration

Coopetition

The Strategic Blend of Cooperation and Competition

Corporate Venture Capital (CVC)

Strategic Corporate Investment Fueling Startup Growth

DEI Incubator/Accelerator or Program

Empowering Underrepresented Founders to Build an Equitable Ecosystem

Net Promoter Score (NPS)

Measuring Customer Loyalty and Advocacy

Angel Investor or Angel Group

Early-Stage Seed Capital Providers Supporting Startup Growth

Crowdfunding

Democratizing Startup Funding Through Collective Support

Demo Day

Showcasing Innovation to Catalyze Investment and Growth

Digital-First Mindset

Prioritizing Digital Solutions for Agile Growth

Dual-Track Incubation

Flexible Startup Participation Across Physical and Virtual Platforms

Ecosystem Orchestration Framework

Strategic Coordination for Collaborative Business Ecosystems

UBI Global Benchmark KPIs

Measuring Performance Against Industry Leaders

Coach

Structured Support to Unlock Startup Potential

Decentralized Finance (DeFi)

Democratizing Access to Financial Services with Blockchain Technology

Digital Sandbox

Safe and Controlled Spaces for Innovation Experimentation

Ecosystem Partnership

Collaborative Networks Driving Shared Innovation and Growth

Exit Strategy

Planned Transition for Founders and Investors

Globalization

Expanding Innovation Across Borders and Markets

UBI Global Ranking

Benchmarking Incubators and Accelerators Worldwide

Digital Transformation

Comprehensive Integration of Digital Technologies for Business Evolution

Ecosystem Builder

Catalysts Connecting and Developing Innovation Networks

Founder Agreement

Defining the Foundation for the Startup Lifecycle

Funding Rounds (Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A/B/C)

Stages of Startup Capital Growth and Investor Engagement

Industry-Specific (Vertical) Incubator/Accelerator

Tailored Support for Sector-Focused Startups

Innovation Ecosystem

Collaborative Networks Driving Continuous Innovation

Digital Twin

Virtual Counterparts for Real-Time Simulation and Optimization

Ecosystem Enabler

Facilitators Strengthening Innovation Networks

Growth Stage

Expanding Market Presence and Operational Capacity

Impact Investment

Aligning Capital with Positive Social and Environmental Change

Innovation Hub

Connecting Innovators in Dynamic Environments

Pre-Accelerator

Foundation Building for Early-Stage Entrepreneurs

Ecosystem Orchestrator

Strategic Coordinators of Innovation Networks

Extended Reality (XR)

Encompassing Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Realities

Ideation

Driving Innovation Through Creative Idea Generation

Joint Venture

A Strategic Partnership for Specific Business Objectives

Unicorn Startup

Privately Held Startups Valued at $1 Billion and Beyond

Entrepreneur

Visionary Individuals Creating and Growing New Ventures

Hyperautomation

Advanced Automation for Efficiency, Scalability, and Innovation

Initial Public Offering (IPO)

Transitioning from Private to Public Ownership

Living Lab

Real-World Innovation with User-Centered Collaboration

Venture Capital

Fueling Growth for High-Potential Startups

Innovation Entrepreneurship Journey

The Progressive Path from Idea to Impact

Intrapreneur

Driving Innovation Within Established Organizations

Quantum Computing Readiness

Preparing for the Next Wave of Revolutionary Computing

Research and Technology Park

Facilitating Innovation through Strategic Property-Based Ecosystems

Intellectual Property (IP)

Protecting Creations of the Mind

Mentor

Experienced Guides Supporting Long-Term Entrepreneurial Growth

Startup Ecosystem

Dynamic Networks Nurturing Startup Growth and Innovation

Iteration

Continuous Improvement Through Cyclical Feedback and Refinement

Serial Entrepreneur

Pioneering Multiple Ventures with Experience and Networks

Startup Incubator

Nurturing Early-Stage Startups with Structured Support

Startup Support Organization

Umbrella term for organizations offering startup support (SSOs)

Service Provider Network

Connecting Experts and Resources Across the Innovation Ecosystem

Startup Accelerator

Accelerating Growth for Scaling Startups

Minimum Viable Product (MVP)

Launching Simply to Learn Quickly

Strategic Alliance

Collaborative Partnerships Driving Mutual Growth and Competitive Advantage

Venture Builder (Startup Studio)

Systematic Creation and Growth of New Ventures

Open Innovation

Expanding Innovation Horizons Through External Collaboration

Pilot Partnership or Pilot Program

Testing Innovations in Real-World Settings

Pitch Competition

A Platform to Showcase and Accelerate Startup Ventures

Pivot

Strategic Shifts to Realign Startups with Market Needs

Product-Market Fit

Aligning Your Product with Market Demand for Scalable Growth

Proof of Concept (PoC)

Validating Ideas Through Early Feasibility Testing

Scaling

Growing Startups to Sustainable and Impactful Sizes

Startup Lifecycle

The Evolutionary Phases of a Startup’s Growth Journey

Stealth Mode

Operating with Secrecy to Protect Innovation

Technology Readiness Level

Measuring the Maturity of Innovation

Technology Transfer

Bridging Innovation from Research to Market