Stage 2: Commercialization
What is Commercialization?
Commercialization is the process of introducing a new product or service to the market. At this stage, you're moving beyond validation to actually building the business infrastructure, protecting your intellectual property, and preparing for market entry.
Key Questions
- How do I legally form a business?
- What intellectual property protection do I need?
- How do I create a comprehensive business plan?
- What compliance requirements must I meet?
Programs
Commercialization Advancement Pathway (CAP)
A milestone-driven pathway that connects IP support, funding, and advisory guidance to move your innovation from concept to commercialization.
Baylor Law’s Intellectual Property Law Clinic
Baylor Law’s pro bono IP Clinic provides free patent and trademark services to inventors and small businesses while giving law students hands-on, USPTO-authorized legal experience.
IdeaLaunch
Southwest regional I-Corps onramp program that guides innovators through customer discovery to validate real-world demand before investing further.
Material Testing & Characterization Core (MTACC)
Equipment, computing resources, and expert support for testing and characterizing materials, from mechanical and impact testing to thermal analysis. Open to all Baylor faculty, staff, and students.
Mentorship
Connect with experienced entrepreneurs and industry professionals who can offer guidance, perspective, and networks to help your venture grow.
SBIR/STTR Programs
Federal funding opportunities for research-driven startups. We help faculty and student innovators navigate the application process and identify the right grants.
The Baylor Law School Entrepreneurship Clinic
Get low-cost legal support for forming your business. Entity formation, agreements, and other foundational legal work through Baylor Law's student-staffed Entrepreneurship Clinic.
