Innosphere

About The Fund

Innosphere is a nonprofit technology incubator established in 1999, with a mission to accelerate the success of science and technology-based startups. Based in Fort Collins, Colorado, and with additional offices in Denver and Boulder, Innosphere operates closely with Colorado State University. The firm offers a comprehensive suite of services to assist entrepreneurs in the health, life sciences, energy, advanced materials, and enterprise software and hardware industries. With an emphasis on mentoring, Innosphere works closely with startup founders to develop strategies that facilitate growth and enable them to access necessary capital. They host startups within their LEED Platinum innovation center, which provides class A office space totaling 30,000 square feet, including wet lab facilities and conference rooms. Innosphere's investment thesis centers on empowering companies that operate within their focus industries, which also include Software (Web Marketplace SaaS, etc.), IT & TMT, BioTech, Hardware & Manufacturing, Energy, CleanTech, AI & Big Data, HealthTech & Fitness, Material Science, Medical Devices & Hospital Services, and Real Estate & Construction. With funding options ranging from $34,000 to $3,400,000, they are equipped to support startups throughout various stages of growth and product development. By integrating a network of regional partners, Innosphere's model fosters an ecosystem in which entrepreneurs can thrive and innovate, contributing to a more dynamic, technology-driven economy.