Growth Support Program

Next Orbit

Growth Support for Startups Ready for Their Next Stage

Next Orbit is JANUS Innovation Hub’s growth support program for startups that have moved beyond the early idea stage and are preparing for their next phase of development.

The program helps founders navigate key growth challenges, including market expansion, fundraising preparation, strategic partnerships, and building the capabilities needed to scale.

Unlike a fixed curriculum, Next Orbit is tailored to each company’s goals, challenges, and priorities. We work closely with founders through strategic guidance, execution support, and connections to relevant resources, partners, and opportunities.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Due to the hands-on nature of the program, we work with a limited number of companies at a time.

Growth Support Program

Next Orbit

Growth Support for Startups Ready for Their Next Stage

Next Orbit is JANUS Innovation Hub’s growth support program for startups that have moved beyond the early idea stage and are preparing for their next phase of development.

The program helps founders navigate key growth challenges, including market expansion, fundraising preparation, strategic partnerships, and building the capabilities needed to scale.

Unlike a fixed curriculum, Next Orbit is tailored to each company’s goals, challenges, and priorities. We work closely with founders through strategic guidance, execution support, and connections to relevant resources, partners, and opportunities.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Due to the hands-on nature of the program, we work with a limited number of companies at a time.

Who This Program Is For

Next Orbit is designed for startups that have already gained early validation and are looking for strategic support to grow.

This program may be a good fit if you are:

Post-Validation

You have a validated product, early customers, users, pilots, or meaningful market feedback.

Preparing for Growth

You are planning your next stage, whether that means expanding into new markets, improving operations, or refining your growth strategy.

Preparing for Fundraising or Partnerships

You are getting ready for investor conversations, strategic partnerships, or new business opportunities.

Looking for Strategic Guidance

You want experienced support to evaluate decisions, prioritize opportunities, and navigate important growth milestones.

What You Get

Next Orbit provides tailored support across the areas founders commonly face while scaling.

Growth Strategy

Support with:

  • Business model refinement
  • Growth planning and prioritization
  • Go-to-market strategy
  • Expansion planning
  • Strategic decision-making

Fundraising Preparation

Support with:

  • Investor readiness
  • Fundraising strategy
  • Pitch refinement
  • Company positioning
  • Preparation for investor conversations

Business Development

Support with:

  • Identifying strategic partnerships
  • Exploring customer opportunities
  • Market access planning
  • Ecosystem connections
  • Relevant introductions

Execution Support

Support with:

  • Turning strategy into actionable plans
  • Defining priorities and milestones
  • Building execution roadmaps
  • Reviewing progress and adjusting direction

Founder Advisory

Ongoing support focused on:

  • Strategic decisions
  • Growth challenges
  • Leadership questions
  • Long-term company planning

How We Work

Every startup has different challenges and priorities. Next Orbit is designed around the specific needs of each company rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

Support may include:

  1. Individual advisory sessions

  2. Founder working sessions

  3. Customized growth plans

  4. Progress reviews

  5. Strategic introductions

  6. Ongoing guidance based on company needs

Our goal is to help founders make informed decisions and move forward with greater clarity.

Ideal Company Profile

Next Orbit is best suited for:

Early-revenue startups
Post-validation companies
Startups preparing for fundraising
Companies exploring market expansion
Founders seeking strategic support during key growth stages

The program primarily supports U.S.-based startups, while also considering companies with strong connections or expansion goals related to the U.S. market.

Program Details

Duration

Typically 6–12 months, depending on company needs and engagement goals.

Application Process

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Ready for Your Next Stage?

If your startup has moved beyond the early stage and you are looking for strategic support, meaningful connections, and guidance through your next phase of growth, we’d like to hear from you.