About JANUS

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.

Our
Team

Aras
Sheikhi

CEO and Founder

Mostafa
Afkhamizadeh

Co-founder, Business Sterategy, Advisor, Mentor

Product & Technical Development

Business & Growth Strategy

Mentorship & Team Building

Events & Ecosystem Engagement

Global Exposure & Industry Connections

Legal & Professional Support

Markrting and Branding

Care Well

Personalized digital wellness for autistic caregivers.

MAGVOLTS

Biodegradable modular batteries for clean, portable power.

Student Boat

Find Home. Find Your People. Build Your Future.

Mighty Nest

AI-powered support for neurodivergent children and their care teams.

ImproVRise

XR-driven social-emotional training for autistic and ADHD youth.

BerryBond

Your Ticket to the Underground Discount Economy

RyniX

RyniX is an AI-powered copilot software

Tarragon

A sensory wearable that teaches calming breathing through play.

Mindly

Mindly is reshaping the landscape of behavioral and neurological care through smarter

MindWave

XR tools that empower the autistic community.

TeaLink

Your All-in-One Persian Community Hub

Neurotech Frontiers Incubation Program

Venture Nurture Program

JANUS Port

Angel Investors

Invest in Immigrant Innovation

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.

31Dec

Starting Again Without Starting Over: How Founders Can Reset After a Hard Year

The beginning of a new year often carries an unspoken expectation. That this is the moment when everything should feel…

17Dec

The Hidden Architecture of Startup Trust

In early stage startups, trust is often treated as something informal. Founders assume it will naturally emerge as long as…

10Dec

The Opportunity in Market Noise: How Founders Can Tell Real Signals from False Trends

Startups today are surrounded by more information than ever. There are newsletters that summarize every trend under the sun, influencers…

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Events

Exciting Innovations Unveiled at the Persian Tech Network Event!

November 27, 2024 Janus Innovation Hub No comments yet

On November 2, 2024, in Los Angeles, the Persian Tech Network event provided an incredible platform for professionals in tech, innovation, and entrepreneurship to connect. Featuring a lineup of insightful tech talks, engaging startup pitches, and abundant networking opportunities, the event offered attendees a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. A big thank you to speakers […]

Entrepreneurship

The Real Struggles of First-Gen Entrepreneurs

November 13, 2024 Janus Innovation Hub No comments yet

Hey, future trailblazers! 🚀 Let’s cut to the chase: being a first-gen entrepreneur is no walk in the park. You’re basically building your path from scratch, and that’s no joke. But knowing what you’re up against can make the hustle a little less chaotic. So, let’s talk about the real struggles and get into some […]