WHAT IS
Blackstone LaunchPad
The Blackstone LaunchPad Powered by Techstars network helps students succeed in entrepreneurship and in their careers. Available to over 700,000 college students, LaunchPad is designed to complement existing entrepreneurship on-campus resources, coordinate off-campus opportunities for schools and students to expand their reach, and convene students and staff at world-class events leveraging our industry-leading mentors, networks and brands.
LaunchPad transforms students into entrepreneurs.
THERE IS
Something for Everyone

WE INVEST IN
Entrepreneurs not ideas
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WE PROVIDE
students and schools with

1:1 Mentorship

Community

Resources/Deals

Global Programming
OUR
Values
Supportive
As a person and an entrepreneur you are important to us. It doesn't matter if you change course, join forces with another founder, or end up pursuing a traditional career. Our role is to empower you with the entrepreneurial mindset, skills, resources, and network you need to be successful, regardless of what you pursue.
Confidential
Your idea will never be discussed with anyone without your consent and your venture information will be kept private. All LaunchPad staff have signed NDAs and our network can help you with protecting intellectual property.
Empowering
You make the decisions about your venture. Our role is to help guide you and we will never pressure you to take action that makes you uncomfortable.
Trustworthy
Your mentors or advisors do not have any conflicts of interest so that they can be as helpful and objective as possible. We just want you to succeed.
OUR
Global Network
OUR
Impact and Success
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BROUGHT TO YOU BY
The Blackstone Charitable Foundation
"Fostering a new generation of entrepreneurs is critical, which is why we are investing in Blackstone LaunchPad to help young entrepreneurs harness their talents and transform creative ideas into viable companies."
- Stephen A. Schwarzman, Chairman, CEO & Co-Founder, Blackstone
