Why Early Traction Can Be More Dangerous Than No Traction at All
In the startup world, traction is treated as proof. Proof that the idea works. Proof that the market cares. Proof…
JANUS Innovation Hub is a startup incubator based in San Diego,supporting a global community of first-generation, immigrant,and underrepresented founders, helping them build scalable,investor-ready startups.
Join a trusted network of angel investors supporting immigrant-led startups shaping the future through innovation and meaningful impact. At Janus Innovation Hub, we empower diverse founders by providing them with the resources, mentorship, and connections needed to succeed in today’s competitive landscape.
In the startup world, traction is treated as proof. Proof that the idea works. Proof that the market cares. Proof…
In the early life of a startup, growth is often confused with motion. New conversations, new ideas, new potential partnerships,…
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JANUS Port is a soft-landing and capital-bridge program for international startups that already have traction outside the U.S. and are ready to scale into the American market.
We help founders localize their business models, connect with investors, and form strategic partnerships that accelerate growth, all through a trusted ecosystem rooted in San Diego and Silicon Valley.
Guidance on pricing, compliance, business positioning, and storytelling tailored for the U.S. market and investor landscape.
Refine your pitch deck, strengthen your capital strategy, and connect with investors through warm and cold introductions. Participate in curated JANUS events and investor showcases, both virtual and in-person.
Engage with leading corporations, universities, and innovation programs across the U.S. to build meaningful relationships and opportunities.
Through our trusted legal and operational partners, we help founders navigate visa processes, accelerate immigration pathways, and manage relocation logistics for a smooth landing in the U.S.
Through our trusted legal and operational partners, we help founders navigate visa processes, accelerate immigration pathways, and manage relocation logistics for a smooth landing in the U.S.
Startups with traction, revenue, or pilot projects in their home market that are ready to enter or raise capital in the U.S.
If you’re fundraising from pre-seed to Series A and seeking capital, strategic partners, or a faster path to U.S. presence, JANUS Port is your entry point.
Access to the U.S. market begins with a conversation.
We evaluate each application carefully to ensure a strong founder-program fit.