Is there a SmartZone incubator?
The SmartZone will utilize MBI International as its initial primary incubator facility. Additionally, the SmartZone will explore financing a portion of the cost to construct and install an access road, utilities, and telecom infrastructure into the south end of the University Corporate Research Park (UCRP). Inside this portion of the UCRP, plans call for the construction of a development named Research Village, which will provide up to 100,000 square feet of space for businesses graduating from the SmartZone’s incubators. The SmartZone will also explore the creation of a Technology Incubator in downtown East Lansing. This facility will cater towards developing MSU spin-offs, while also supporting other local high-tech ventures. The facility is expected to create physical incubator space in downtown with professional staff providing traditional incubation services, i.e., low-cost rent, shared equipment, business consulting, and mentoring programs. The initial facility would be located w
