The subject of Product Market Fit was expounded upon by Mr. Alwy Herfian S, the Co-founder of Widya Indonesia Group. His presentation commenced with a sharing of insights and experiences related to the development of startup ventures within the Widya Indonesia Group. The group’s startup portfolio spans diverse fields, including IoT, Robotics, AI, and others, with a notable 75% involvement in the construction sector, where numerous implementations have been realized within the context of IKN (presumably an organization or institution). The mentor elaborated on the interconnected phases of achieving Product Market Fit and Problem Solution Fit, each phase serving to address and rectify shortcomings from previous stages. read more

The mentoring activity for the Innovative Academy Incubation Program was conducted on the 14th of September 2023, at the EDS Building, Universitas Gadjah Mada. The esteemed mentor for this session was Mr. Fadli Wilihandarwo, the Founder of SchoolStartup, and the chosen theme of the day was “Product Development.” read more

In collaboration with #Hack4ID, the Incubation Program at Gadjah Mada University once again took place in Yogyakarta. This initiative was organized with the objective of aiding industry stakeholders in addressing regional and industrial challenges through the innovative potential of aspiring startup founders. read more

HackSprint is an approach that fosters the swift and efficient development of products or projects. It combines the term “hack,” which refers to creative and solution-oriented methods, with “sprint,” signifying a focused effort to achieve goals within a limited timeframe. In a HackSprint, teams or individuals are presented with specific challenges to solve in a short span, typically spanning from a few days to a few weeks. read more

The Innovative Academy, in collaboration with #Hack4ID, hosted a kick-off event during the first meeting of the startup incubation series. This online event saw the participation of 78 startup participants and talents, all geared up to transform their brilliant ideas into actual startups. read more

General Information

The Startup Grant is a funding program by the Directorate of Business Development and Incubation in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) aimed at promoting downstream development on campuses. Through the PRIME STeP program, the Directorate of Business Development and Incubation, through the Innovative Academy, will provide support not only through mentorship, co-working space, worldwide networking, but also funding for multiple years and access to UGM resources (laboratories, research, business units, etc.). read more

Startups represent spaces of innovation and creativity that inspire change across various sectors. In their evolution, startups embark on a journey with conviction and enthusiasm to materialize brilliant ideas into reality. read more

Demo day marks the culmination of the incubation process by the Innovative Academy. Within a span of one semester, nine startups have emerged that have managed to persevere and secure the opportunity to engage in pitching sessions. read more

In an era of swiftly evolving business dynamics characterized by fierce competition, the innovative concept known as “growth hacking” is gaining increasing prominence. Growth hacking, an approach that amalgamates marketing strategies and product development to expedite business growth, has garnered significant attention from industry players striving for success in an ever more digital and interconnected world. read more

[Merdeka Entrepreneurship Program UGM 2023]

Hello IAzen!

Are you ready to become a young entrepreneur?

The Merdeka Entrepreneurship Program is back! The Merdeka Entrepreneurship Program offers a golden opportunity for students to develop themselves as young entrepreneurs during their college years. This program serves as a platform for learning and exploration for students who aspire to start their own businesses at a young age. So, what are you waiting for? Register yourself now! read more