Janus Innovation Hub Services
Mentorship and Advisory
We at Janus Innovation Hub think that having an experienced guide can make all the difference for people who want to start their own businesses. This is why we have developed thorough mentoring programs matching seasoned company executives who have been in their positions previously with bright startup entrepreneurs.
Our mentorship offerings include:
Peer-to-Peer Mentoring
Sometimes, the most powerful advice comes from someone just a few steps ahead. We emphasize peer mentoring, connecting founders with one another to share real-life lessons, swap resources, and provide support that only fellow entrepreneurs can offer. This builds community while strengthening every individual venture.
"Ask Me Anything" Events
We regularly host Q&A sessions with successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders. These candid conversations give our startups access to a wealth of knowledge and real-world experiences.
Founder-to-Founder Mentoring
Sometimes, the best advice comes from someone who's just a few steps ahead. We facilitate peer mentoring, connecting our more established startups with early-stage founders for relatable guidance and support.
MVP and Prototype Development
We know the road from idea to reality is both exciting and challenging. That's why we've built a supportive environment to help founders at every stage. Our MVP and Prototype Development programs are designed to take your vision from concept to tangible, market-ready solutions.
- Before building, we ensure your idea solves a real problem:
- Market research workshops to define your target audience
- Competitor analysis sessions to identify your unique value
- Customer interviews to gather real-world feedback
Once your concept is confirmed, we will help you to create an unambiguous product roadmap:
- Use feature prioritizing drills to find the essential functions of your MVP.
- User narrative mapping to show the user path of your product
- Sprint planning to break down projects into reasonable parts.
Our seasoned product managers will walk you through this process so you may decide what to start first with knowledge.
We will assist you in visually bringing your idea to life before you start coding a single line:
Sessions of wireframing to map your user interface
- Interactive prototyping to track user flows and gather early comments
- Organize brand identity seminars to guarantee the feel and appearance of your products and complement your vision.
- Together with you, our design team will make changes until we have a sample that your target audiences prefare.
When it's time to build, you won't be alone:
- Regular check-ins with experienced engineers for guidance
- On-demand troubleshooting consultations
Advisory on tech stack and architecture choices Note: While we don't provide direct coding services, our network of technical advisors and peer founders ensures you're supported throughout the process.
Funding Support
We have created a thorough Funding Support program meant to help businesses at all phases of their financial life.
Idea Funding
Great ideas, in our opinion, should have an opportunity to show themselves. Our Idea Funding program is meant to provide outstanding ideas the vital initial push:
- Micro-grants: We offer small grants (typically $2,000 – $5,000) to help you validate your concept, conduct initial market research, or create a basic prototype.
- Strings-free capital: This isn’t a loan – it’s an investment in your potential. Use these funds to prove your idea has legs without worrying about immediate repayment.
Submit a brief pitch deck and participate in a short interview with our selection committee. We’re looking for passion, innovation, and potential impact.
Prototype & Early Validation Support
Prototype & Early Validation Support Instead of pre-seed checks, we focus on helping you build traction before fundraising:
- Access to technical advisors and mentors to refine your prototype and product roadmap.
- Connections to our peer founder community for feedback, collaboration, and shared learning.
- In-kind support such as product testing opportunities, co-working resources, or introductions to early adopters.
This stage is about getting your prototype in shape and proving real demand – the foundation investors want to see.
Seed Funding Preparation
We will assist you to be ready for more significant seed rounds as you grow your business:
- Pitch perfection: Extensive courses to hone your pitch deck and narrative technique.
- Financial modeling: Expert help in developing use-of-funds strategies and realistic estimates.
- Investor matching: We will expose you to pertinent members of our large network.
- Due diligence preparation: Direction on creating the records investors will like to see.
Co-Founder Matching
Finding the right partner can change everything. At Janus, we help founders connect with potential co-founders through our community and network. We make warm introductions and create opportunities for meaningful connections - so you can meet the right people to build with.
Discovering Your Ideal Match
- Your technical abilities and areas needing complementing knowledge
- Your communication tastes and working approach
- Your principles and future goals for the firm...
Creating Significant Connections
- Workshops on vision alignment to guarantee your agreement on the overall image
We are helping you locate a co-pilot for what may be the most fascinating (and demanding)
path of your life.
Getting Through the Formation of a Partnership
- We will assist you in creating a thorough co-founder agreement with well-defined expectations that safeguard both sides.
- We can set up more in-depth talks or work sessions if needed to make sure you're both fully committed before the wedding.
Establishing Your Dream Team
- Our network consists of gifted experts in many different disciplines; many of them are immigrants themselves and know the special dynamics of companies started by immigrants.
- We provide guidance on how to create inclusive job descriptions and interview procedures.
Brand Identity Development
Your brand is the beating core of your company, not just a logo. We will assist you to create a brand identity that really reflects your vision:
• Story Mining Workshops: To find out what makes your brand special, we'll dig deep into your personal travel time, cultural background, and business goals.
• Creating a Visual Identity:Our artists will work with you to come up with a logo, color scheme, and general look that shows what your brand is all about.
• Brand Voice Development: Our team will help you find the right tone and words to show the personality of your brand, taking into account both your cultural knowledge and what people in your local market expect.
Comprehensive Digital Marketing Solutions
Strong online presence is non-negotiable and our side business, Avidus, focuses on offering complete digital marketing solutions catered to your particular requirements:
• Digital Strategy Development:
• Website Development and Optimization
• Social Media Management
• Content Marketing
• SEO and SEM
• Email Marketing
• Analytics and Reporting
Content Creation and Copywriting
Words have power, and we're here to help you wield that power effectively.
• Website Copy and SEO-friendly content
• Blog and Article Writing
• Social Media Content
• Email Copy
• Ad Copy:
• Press Releases and Media Kits
UI/UX Design for Marketing
Throughout all phases of your marketing journey, our design team will work closely with you to create visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces:
• Website UI/UX Design
• Landing Page Design
• Email Template Design
• Social Media Graphics
• Ad Creatives
• Infographics and Data Visualization.
Brand Identity Development
Your brand is the beating core of your company, not just a logo. We will assist you to create a brand identity that really reflects your vision:
• Story Mining Workshops: To find out what makes your brand special, we'll dig deep into your personal travel time, cultural background, and business goals.
• Creating a Visual Identity:Our artists will work with you to come up with a logo, color scheme, and general look that shows what your brand is all about.
• Brand Voice Development: Our team will help you find the right tone and words to show the personality of your brand, taking into account both your cultural knowledge and what people in your local market expect.
Comprehensive Digital Marketing Solutions
Strong online presence is non-negotiable and our side business, Avidus, focuses on offering complete digital marketing solutions catered to your particular requirements:
• Digital Strategy Development:
• Website Development and Optimization
• Social Media Management
• Content Marketing
• SEO and SEM
• Email Marketing
• Analytics and Reporting
Content Creation and Copywriting
Words have power, and we're here to help you wield that power effectively.
• Website Copy and SEO-friendly content
• Blog and Article Writing
• Social Media Content
• Email Copy
• Ad Copy:
• Press Releases and Media Kits
UI/UX Design for Marketing
Throughout all phases of your marketing journey, our design team will work closely with you to create visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces:
• Website UI/UX Design
• Landing Page Design
• Email Template Design
• Social Media Graphics
• Ad Creatives
• Infographics and Data Visualization.
Marketing and Branding
Together with our side business, Avidus, our Marketing and Branding services are meant to help you take that unique point of view and turn it into an interesting brand story that your target audience will relate to.