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Johnson Summer Startup Accelerator

December 10, 2022
A group of MBA students poses for a photo at Rev: Ithaca startup works
A 10-week summer intensive for MBA students

A Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management program supported by CREA

The Johnson Summer Startup Accelerator (JSSA) is a 10-week summer intensive that enables MBA student-led teams to grow their startup in the summer and build off the momentum they generated in the spring semester. Supported by the plethora of Cornell and Ithaca entrepreneurial resources, startup teams:

  • Develop a custom plan for growth with milestones to evaluate progress
  • Participate in weekly workshops on a variety of topics including marketing, IP protection, building a team, and funding
  • Attend networking events with other startups, experienced entrepreneurs, and potential industry partners and funders
  • Regularly meet with Entrepreneurs in Residence for 1:1 consultation and support

Johnson Summer Startup Accelerator News

Jiang Fellows rolls out new cohort

Jiang Fellows rolls out new cohort

The Jiang Fellows program recently welcomed 27 students to its 2026 cohort in its second year of operation. This spring, fellows will sharpen their entrepreneurial skills while preparing for a fully funded summer internship at a startup of their choice.