About StamfordNext

community driven

We look for projects and initiatives that are meant to address pain points brought to us by members of Stamford's entrepreneurial community.

growth minded

We look to create and fund projects that meet startups at every stage in their growth process.

innovation geared

We believe that innovators do their best work when they feel they are part of a supportive, collaborative community.

Our Mission

StamfordNext is working to create catalytic economic growth in the city that has been innovating since 1641. Stamford has an exceptionally educated talent pool, a youthful and energetic population, a deep concentration of corporations, ever-increasing entrepreneurship, and a diverse and inclusive community network. We are proud to foster innovation through the city’s people, technology and expertise.

Where We Invest

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Community Building / Events
Infrastructure and Assets
Incubators and Accelerators
Placemaking
Human Capital

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Our Leadership

We are managed by a volunteer board and a dedicated executive director. Our board brings different perspectives and experience together to consider how to best share our resources. We also connect with community through our board’s network.