CED’s student pipeline connecting university talent to Triangle startups
University students in the Startup TNT Associate Program · Fall 2026 cohort; next cohort is slated for Spring 2027, with applications opening up late fall.
From cednc.org/announcing-the-fall-2026-startup-tnt-associate-cohort ↗CED is thrilled to welcome our Fall 2026 Startup TNT Associate cohort — three sharp, driven students joining us across Startup Programs, Marketing, and Events.
Anika is staying on with Startup Programs — and this fall, she's formally adding FORGE membership sales to her plate, too.
Join our incredible group of university champions: Duke I&E, NC Central University, Meredith College, and UNC Chapel Hill.
Our next cohort is slated for Spring 2027, with applications opening up late fall.
Duke I&E, NC Central University, Meredith College, and UNC Chapel Hill.
GRO IncubatorA 12-week intensive incubator program, tailored for early stage Tech and Biotech startups seeking to fast-track their growth.
Strength in NumbersOur program where female-identifying members of the innovation ecosystem gather to connect, collaborate, and support each other.
WorkshopsHands-on, interactive working sessions that give founders core education across the startup lifecycle, led by experienced practitioners.