# Catalyst-Funded Project Incubation and Acceleration CWG:

## Objectives:

1. Explore ways to help high-potential projects reach a global network web3 incubator and accelerator resources.
2. Develop ways to help the Cardano community define strategies that motivate professional angels, partners, and other investors to explore Catalyst.

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### Key questions for the Incubation and Acceleration working group to consider include:&#x20;

* What industry partners are interested in blockchain innovation in your region?
* Where are the main investment hubs you know of in your region
  * Accelerators, incubators, entrepreneurship programmes?
  * What prevents these investors from getting involved in Cardano?
  * How can the Catalyst community engage them?&#x20;
* Who is hosting startup technology events in your region, for blockchain, for other tech?&#x20;
* What do Catalyst funded projects need most after they have been funded?
* What pain points does Catalyst address for entrepreneurs in your region/locality?
* Who can you put in touch with Catalyst to help support follow-on-funding objectives?