Take your knowledge from Stanford and launch a product in 10 weeks with expert advice.
LISA, the incubator & startup accelerator is a
Stanford Alumni Innovation Hub empowering seasoned professionals to launch global startups.
LISA is a Stanford GSB alumni-run impactful initiative that harnesses the collective expertise and drive of its members to foster innovation and create meaningful solutions to global challenges. By leveraging the diverse talents within the Stanford LEAD network, LISA serves as a catalyst for groundbreaking ideas and transformative ventures, positioning itself at the forefront of entrepreneurial excellence and societal impact. LISA. Turning Stanford Connections into Startup Revolutions.
LISA puts founders first. But, there's a catch.
We need them to put diversity & inclusivity first.
The LISA PitchFest.
Nothing short of an edge-of-the-seat thriller.
A NETWORK THAT
WORKS FOR YOU
Dreaming big can make founders feel alone. At LISA, we know and get that. Which is why we created a supportive community to help you when you need it and cheer you on at all times. The enthusiasm in the air comes from several other LEADers who thrive in building connections and help you leverage their network to take the next step.
BRINGING THE WORLD TOGETHER FOR YOU
LISA is purpose that unites mentors, design thinkers, senior professionals to work together in unison from across the remotest corners of the world. If you are invested in your business idea, we're invested in you. Not just today, but at every single step of the way, beyond your cohort.
EXPERIENCED MENTORS
We take Mentorship as a very serious responsibility and commitment.
We tap into the Stanford LEADer network to find mentors who can add value to every discussion you have with them on a weekly basis. They work alongside you across each Demo Day and bring their learnings and wisdom to help accelerate your startup.
DESIGN THINKERS
Design Thinking is at the heart of the LISA program. It is our methodology to help you build your business idea, take it to MVP and do so meaningfully. We're big believers in the process and it goes without saying, we're big believers in your startup idea too.
Every cohort of LISA spans 12 weeks, 20 founders and culminates in the most exciting event - The LISA PitchFest on Stanford campus, twice a year during the autumn and winter cohorts breeding entrepreneurship in the Bay area. This is a showcase of the top ten startup ideas competing for the spot of the winner. Our PitchFests are hard, judged by notable industry professionals, academicians and VCs. Winning the LISA PitchFest is a memorable milestone for every startup founder as they get ready to raise funds ahead.
Founders with decades of experience need a different kind of startup accelerator.
We get it.
No Equity
Rigorous: Outcome Oriented
Global Founder Cohorts
1:1 Founder-Mentor Ratio
Stanford LEAD Ecosystem & Alumni Support
