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Catalyst supports innovators with hands-on mentorship, AI-powered rapid concepting, and structured development support to validate ideas, refine designs, and accelerate the journey from early concept to successful market launch.

IGNITE

Catalyst helps you spark your product idea by validating opportunities, testing feasibility, and creating early prototypes using AI-powered rapid concepting.

ACCELERATE

Catalyst builds momentum by transforming validated concepts into production-ready designs supported by a strong business case and real-world testing.

LAUNCH

Catalyst prepares your product for market with commercialization planning, production readiness, and post-launch monitoring to guide future iterations.

SCHEDULE CALL

A Proven Stage-Based Path From Idea to Market

Catalyst uses a clear, structured Stage-Gate approach that guides innovators step-by-step through product development—from defining the problem and validating feasibility to prototyping, testing, launching, and improving the final product. Each stage includes focused activities, expert mentorship, and specific deliverables, followed by Gate Reviews that ensure every participant moves forward with confidence, clarity, and a market-ready plan.

Diagram illustrating a project funnel with stages labeled Ideas, Scoping, Business Case, Development, Testing, and Launch, arranged vertically in colored sections.

Catalyst Services

3D Printing (MakerBot)

3D Laser Printing (Glowforge)

AI assisted CAD