EPIC - Entrepreneurship and Product Innovation Center

🚀 Exciting news! Applications for the highly anticipated STRIVE Pre-Incubation Program are officially OPEN! 💡 ✨ Over 10 immersive weeks, participants will: - Engage in interactive lectures, meetups, and workshops - Dive deep into fundamental concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation -Build a strong network with like-minded entrepreneurs and industry leaders Eligibility Criteria: 🎓 Age 18+ ⏰ Able to attend weekly face-to-face sessions at AUA in the evenings (7 pm-9 pm) 💬 Proficient in English (intermediate and above) 💡 Desire to learn and openness to new ideas (no startup idea required) What You Will Get: 🚀 Development of entrepreneurial attitudes, behaviors, and skills 🔍 Identification and utilization of entrepreneurial opportunities 🤝 Structured personal and professional coaching sessions Apply now and learn to think like an entrepreneur! Deadline: March 18th. Link in the comments.

📢 Event Update: Hack Night Canceled Due to unforeseen circumstances, we regret to announce that our upcoming Hack Night has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Stay tuned for updates on our upcoming events—we look forward to seeing you soon!

📢Dear Community, Due to the recent suspension of USAID-funded programs worldwide, including in Armenia, we regret to share that the Startup Huddle program is on pause for now. While this is an unexpected challenge, we remain committed to fostering collaboration and supporting Armenia’s startup ecosystem. We sincerely thank our participants, partners, and supporters who have been part of Huddle. Your enthusiasm and dedication have made this initiative truly special. For now, we’re exploring possibilities for the future and will keep you updated on any developments. Stay connected, and let’s continue working together to strengthen our entrepreneurial community. Thank you for being part of this journey! 🙌

Throwback to EPIC Incubation Program’s Fall 2024 Graduation Pitch Day! 🎉

We’re proud to see our EPIC Incubation startups making waves on the “Գաղափարից բիզնես” (Idea to Business) TV show! 🚀 UST, Wearify, CaseLens, and ReEducate showcased their innovative ideas for a chance to win 10M AMD 🎉 Also, a special shoutout to our Incubation program lead, Anna Khachatryan who is serving as a jury member!👏 Catch the first 3 episodes now—follow the link to watch the full episodes! 📺 https://lnkd.in/eUDvFF_R

🚀 The first Startup Huddle of 2025 was an inspiring start of the year! A huge thank you to our amazing speakers: Ashot Barseghyan - the founder of Eat and Meat Narek Sargsyan - Co-Founder & CEO of Grind Soft We are grateful to our audience for the engaging discussions and valuable feedback that make every Huddle a space for learning and collaboration!

1 day to go! Graduation Pitch Day for the Fall 2024 batch is almost here! Get ready to meet the pitching teams 👇 🍽️ TnEats TnEats is a personalized food delivery platform for busy individuals. It offers home-cooked meal options with subscription plans, allowing users to schedule and customize their meals. 📲 AIA Land AIA Land is a mobile app that simplifies travel in Armenia with interactive maps, personalized routes, and insider tips to explore hidden cultural gems and landscapes. 🏅 Project Versus Project Versus brings the addictive mechanics of social media and video games to offline sports and games, matching users with opponents and teammates at their skill level for competitive fun. 🧑💻 SoftGuardian SoftGuardian uses AI to analyze brain and physical activity data for diagnosing sleep disorders, helping improve sleep health. 🚀 Aygi.AI Aygi.AI is an AI-powered telemedicine platform for plant disease management. It provides instant diagnoses and expert treatment advice to improve crop health and productivity, reducing loss and boosting yields. 🌟 Smarttrip Smarttrip is an all-in-one tool for personalized tourism in Armenia. It creates customized routes and itineraries, offering information on cultural activities, transportation, workshops, and events. 🤖 HumanUp HumanUp is a gamified platform that helps HR managers and employees assess and improve their multiple intelligences, enhancing individual and team productivity. Join us this Wednesday at 6.30 in AUA Small Auditorium

What an unforgettable weekend at EPIC Jam! 🚀 For 2 days, our participants brought their creativity, passion, and energy to the table, transforming bold ideas into the next generation of impactful startups. ✨ Huge congratulations to our winners: 1️⃣ First Place - vAlral: vAIral is a digital platform helping influencers create viral content by leveraging AI-driven insights and data analytics to optimize their social media engagement. 2️⃣ Second Place - Bin: Bin is integrating smart scanner devices on existing recycling bins to properly track sorted waste, generates QR codes, and converts the weight of recycled materials into reward points. 3️⃣ Third Place - MOMents : MOMents an application that empowers mothers on maternity leave through professional development, learning, and rewards within a dynamic, supportive platform. Thank you to our incredible judges and mentors for guiding and inspiring our teams with their wisdom and expertise. Your support was key in shaping these impactful ideas. The winning teams additionally received an exclusive invitation to participate in the Incubation program selection pitching sessions, bypassing the initial application and interview stages. This opportunity gives them a significant advantage in the Incubation program selection process, especially considering the high level of competition in the overall selection process. Read the press release to learn more - link in the comments.

⏳ The countdown is on! Only 1 day left to apply for the EPIC Incubation program and turn your idea into reality. Don’t miss out your chance to join our 15-week Incubation Program and take your startup to the next level. Find the link in the comments.

🚀 Get ready for an inspiring evening! Join us on Wednesday, February 5th at 6:30 PM in AUA’s Small Auditorium for the EPIC Incubation program Graduation Pitch Day! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with startup enthusiasts, mentors, and potential collaborators. 💡