Startup Sandbox is at the forefront of technology revolution in Santa Cruz. We are an incubator where entrepreneurs launch their companies and productize their research. Our founders, sponsors and executives in residence provide business training and advisory services to help the entrepreneurs formulate their product, patent, and launch strategies — so they can remain focused on their research.

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Everyone Wins at the Sandbox

At Startup Sandbox, we always remain true to our objective of minimizing the time required for our member companies to go to market. When a business launches from Startup Sandbox, it's a big win for the entrepreneurs, and it means jobs and healthy growth for Santa Cruz. We take great pride in our role as the leading launchpad for technology growth in Monterey Bay.

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​Help Us Change the World

The Sandbox is a non-profit organization that depends on the generosity of sponsors, alumni, community members, and successful entrepreneurs who want to transform Santa Cruz into a world-recognized leader in biotech development.