Program Duration: Nine weeks, May 5, 2026 – July 2, 2026
Early applicants will have an opportunity to participate in exclusive tutorials from course instructors. This does not guarantee acceptance into the course.
Landing Zone is a selective, free, virtual program for participants who want to commercialize advanced manufacturing technologies in the U.S. market — either as an early-stage company or as a future founder.
Program Mission
This program identifies and develops founders with early-stage manufacturing innovations, preparing them to build high-impact ventures within Youngstown’s advanced manufacturing cluster. It bridges the gap between technical innovation and industrial adoption—attracting talent, strengthening regional capabilities, and creating pathways to commercialization.

