See what Columbia is building!
Join us for an exciting showcase of the BIC’s Launchpad COLA Spring 2026 Tech Incubator Cohort.
20 tech startups >> 5 stage pitches >> 1 big night.
Space is limited. Reserve your spot now!
Launchpad COLA is a 12-week tech incubator program powered by Launchpad Tech Ventures, a Greenville SC company, built upon nationally recognized and proven training curriculum. It’s founder boot camp.
35 tech-focused startup companies applied, 20 were accepted to the Spring 2026 Cohort at the Boyd Innovation Center.
After 12 weeks of early mornings, mentorship, refining, and building – 20 startups and their founders are ready to show Columbia what they've created.
What to Expect:
Meet the Spring 2026 Cohort founders and their game-changing startups. Play investor and vote on your favorite to win a special award.
Hear stage pitches from this cohort’s top startups!
Connect with entrepreneurs, investors, community leaders, tech professionals, and the innovation community from Columbia and across South Carolina.
Drinks and light bites on us.
Come be a part of the celebration and help us LAUNCH these founders into their next chapter!
Tickets are free, but space is limited. Save your spot today!
(Tentative) Event Details: Thursday, April 16th
➜ 5:00-6:00pm Startup Showcase & Happy Hour
Expo-style meet the founders and vote for your favorite. Doors (and bar) open at 5:00pm.
➜ 6:00-7:00pm Stage Program
Graduation, awards, and pitches from TOP 5 cohort companies
➜ 7:00-8:00pm Reception
Enjoy drinks, food, connections, and meet and celebrate with the founders!