About Us

VT KnowledgeWorks is a regional business acceleration center serving technology-based enterprises at all stages of the corporate lifecycle.  With conference and incubation facilities located in the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center, we encourage and support entrepreneurs, executives, and investors as they plan, launch and grow companies to financial independence.

Our services fall into two categories, according to the evolutionary status of the individual company.  Pre-Launch program components help market-worthy ventures organize, formulate strategy, obtain outside investment, and launch in an efficient manner.  Enterprise stage programs emphasize strategic support for ongoing growth, continuing intra-preneurship, and professional development for the corporate leader.

In addition, the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center provides 40,000 square feet of office and laboratory incubation space to VT KnowledgeWorks at a 10% discount from standard VTCRC rates as an added benefit for early-stage members.

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Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center
Adjacent to Virginia Tech, The Corporate Research Center is a high-technology research and development park, an economic development driver of the local economy by creating and attracting companies, and a program to help transfer intellectual property from the university to the private sector.

NewVa Corridor Technology Council (NCTC)
The NewVa Corridor Technology Council serves the growing technology industry in the greater NewVa Region, encompassing Roanoke & Blacksburg, VA and the surrounding counties for the purpose of driving prosperity and to champion a climate for the sustainable success of technology-based businesses in the region.