O’STAD INCUBATOR 2026
Empowering Entrepreneurship and Building Resilience
Aruba’s leading start-up incubator.
O’STAD STARTUP INCUBATOR 2026 supports entrepreneurs from Aruba and the Dutch Caribbean in developing and scaling their business ideas through hands-on training, personalized mentorship, and a strong support network, culminating in a Startup Demo Day where startups pitch to key stakeholders and investors.
Startups begin in Pre-Incubation to validate their ideas, refine their business models, and build a solid foundation. Selected ventures advance to a 3-month incubation program focused on sustainable growth and investment readiness, positioning Aruba as a regional hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.
✓ Shared knowledge and expertise
✓ accelerated growth
✓ Connect with business key players
Are you Ready to Launch your Startup?
Be part of Aruba’s next big Startup story. Gain knowledge, experience, and the opportunity to receive investment.
Registration for Cohort 3 is Now Open!
Get More Information in our Online Info Session.
Understand the program structure, opportunities, and how to participate
Join the Info Session
- DATE: April 15, 2026
- TIME: 5:45 PM
- LOCATION: Online Zoom
What is an Incubator?
Business Incubator
Business incubation is a dynamic process of business enterprise development. The term refers to an interactive development process where the aim is to encourage people to start their own business and to support start-up companies in the development of innovative products (National Business Incubation Association). For O’STAD INCUBATOR, established companies are included alongside start-ups to enhance Aruba’s market competitiveness.
Goal of the Incubator
Business incubators support the growth of startups by offering resources, mentorship, and a collaborative space. They help new businesses build skills, boost competitiveness, and spark innovation. By connecting entrepreneurs with peers, experts, and investors, incubators like O’STAD increase survival rates and tackle early-stage challenges head-on.
The top O’STAD Inc. participants get the opportunity to join StartAruba 2026.
What will you gain?
As a Start-Up, O’STAD INCUBATOR is the ideal platform to accelerate your growth
By enrolling in O’STAD INCUBATOR, you will gain access to a curriculum of training, expert mentorship, business resources, coworking space, and a dynamic network of peers and industry leaders aimed at accelerating your entrepreneurial journey towards sustainable growth and resilience in Oranjestad’s vibrant economic landscape.
Participate in exclusive training and workshop sessions led by local and international industry facilitators, along with lecturers from the University of Aruba.
Mentorship & Guidance
Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts, and seasoned professionals, helping them navigate challenges, make informed decisions, and accelerate growth.
Aruba and Dutch Caribbean
Now open to startups across Aruba and the Dutch Caribbean, strengthening regional collaboration and entrepreneurial growth
Validation & Feedback Business Model
Validate your business ideas/model, products, or services through market feedback, customer validation, and pilot testing. Helping refine your offerings and strategies to increase your success rate.
Exposure & Visibility
Gain exposure and visibility through participation in OSTAD 200 Inc., which can attract media attention, industry recognition, and opportunities for PR and marketing.
Accountability and Structure
Provides a structured environment that stimulates accountability, goal-setting, and milestone tracking, helping you stay focused, motivated, and on track towards achieving your objectives.
Access to Resources
Receive access to resources such as office space, equipment, utilities, and/or professional support.
Educational Workshops and Training
Benefit from educational workshops, seminars, and training sessions covering various topics such as business development, marketing, operations, finance, legal matters, and technology.
Exclusive Business Support
Chance to pitch your business to potential investors and access funding opportunities for growth and expansion. One standout participant per category will be selected for exclusive support to help move their business forward. Conditions apply.
Supportive Community
Become part of a supportive community of like-minded entrepreneurs who share knowledge, experiences, and resources, creating a conducive environment for learning, collaboration, and mutual support.
Strategic Partnerships
O’STAD INCUBATOR is affiliated with corporations, government agencies, research institutions, and other stakeholders, opening doors to potential clients, suppliers, distributors, or collaborators.
O’STAD INCUBATOR
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TRAINING
Embark on a week long intensive journey to master all aspects of business and entrepreneurship. Benefit from the wisdom of industry experts and academics.
02
MENTORSHIP
Receive one-on-one mentorship that sharpens your skills and prepares you thoroughly for the upcoming pitch day at the end of O’STAD Incubator.
03
OFFICE SPACE
Access to office spaces, and meeting rooms at Impact Hub Aruba for the duration of O’STAD Incubator, is included.
04
NETWORKING
Connect with a network of peers sharing your entrepreneurial spirit to exchange ideas and access resources essential for the launching or expanding of your business.
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STARTUP DEMO DAY
Benefit from expert guidance to prepare for the Impact Hub Startup Demo Day, where businesses from Aruba and the Dutch Caribbean pitch to investors. Top O’STAD startups automatically secure a spot, gaining direct access to funding opportunities.
Registration Fee & Pre Incubation
— Supporting early-stage businesses in validating concepts and preparing for incubation
Apply now and take your startup or idea to the next level.
*Payment plan is available.
- $100 Registration Fee
- $300 Pre-incubation
Incubation & Post-Incubation
— Advance your venture toward sustainable scale and meaningful investment opportunities
Advance your venture toward scale and investment opportunities.
*Payment plan is available.
- $300 Incubation
- $200 Post Incubation
Register TOday.
Turn your idea into a startup. Apply now to join the OSTAD Incubator.
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About the Partners
O’STAD INCUBATOR is Impact Hub Aruba’s flagship program in collaboration with the Aruba Chamber of Commerce and the University of Aruba, with the support of pioneering sponsors, local and international associated organizations.
“Now is the pivotal moment to enhance Oranjestad’s entrepreneurial landscape, setting off a chain reaction that support innovation, drives economic development, and cultivates a thriving business community.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Why participate in O’STAD Incubator?
By being a participant, you will actively gain endless opportunities for growth and success for your business. From exclusive networking events, hands-on training, mentorship, resources, to personal and professional development.
Am I ready?
You don’t need to be fully ready on your own. The incubator gives you structure, mentorship, and a community to help you move forward step by step.
How will I be guided?
At O’STAD Incubator, we make sure to deliver exceptional guidance to empower businesses to reach their full potential. Through personalized mentorship and experts, you will be offered insights and advice to your specific needs and challenges. We want each business to confidently strive for their full potential.
What is Demo Day
After the capacity-building track, you will need to pitch your business idea or intentions during a Demo Day to a panel and audience, showcasing what you have developed and explaining why it has potential. We will invite investors who are seeking new opportunities, as well as partners and mentors who can help you take your venture further.
Why Entrepreneurship Matters in Aruba?
The second-best economic pillar in Aruba is the SMEs. They present a dynamic blend to the island, serving as a source of innovation and employment. Supporting SMEs in Aruba boosts economic growth and strengthens our community.
Sustainable Development
We are deeply committed to helping businesses grow, while promoting sustainability in its broadest sense. For O’STAD Incubator, all efforts are aligned in supporting SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 8, SDG 9, SDG 11, SDG 12 and SDG 17. We firmly believe that every day is a step towards a more sustainable and equitable world.
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