FastForward U

This accelerator is for startups from any sector that are grounded in the values of diversity, led by founders from underestimated communities, or developing technologies that increase access and equity across society. Applications are open year-round and will be considered on a rolling basis. Your application will be valid for 12 months from the date […]

The Workshop at Macy’s is the retail industry’s longest running vendor accelerator program dedicated exclusively to diverse, Women, LGBTQ, persons with disabilities & veteran-owned enterprises. We select high potential entrepreneurs and provide them with the tools they need to scale their businesses. Through a comprehensive retail curriculum and mentoring program from Macy’s, Inc.’s top executives […]

Join fellow researchers for an informational presentation by JHTV staff, followed by a casual networking reception. The session will provide Johns Hopkins researchers with an overview of basic concepts in university commercialization and sources (and tips!) for funding your project. It is recommended for faculty, postdocs, and graduate students who are solving scientific problems in […]

Join us IN PERSON at FastForward U for our Fall 2023 Fuel Demo Day as we watch the Fall 2023 cohort answer questions from our judges’ panel for the chance to take home a slice of the $20,000 prize pool! At Demo Day on Dec. 6, each of the 10 teams will be presenting their […]

Join us VIRTUALLY for our Fall 2023 Spark Showcase. During this live zoom event, our special guest judges will host a Q&A session for our teams and give away prizes. This year’s Spark Showcase is split into two days due to the large number of teams in the cohort.  Additionally, there will be an opportunity […]

The Department of Computer Science in collaboration with FastForward U is pleased to announce the Singhal Family Entrepreneurship Awards. The awards will help launch student-run software ventures at Johns Hopkins University. Software is the most agile and fast-growing sector in the economy and has been critical to economic recovery during the COVID pandemic. In 2022, Forbes reported […]