More than 90 startups have passed through the center, with about70 becoming functioning businesses. Of that number, over 60 stillexist.

In a published report, Irvin says the center has initiated a42-month program, one of the newer ideas at the facility. Companiesstart at the concept phase and continue until raising money andleaving the park.

Although the center has a $1 million operating budget, and hasnever raised money from institutional investors, it is now in aphase of raising venture capital. Irwin feels the center is one ofthe best-kept secrets in Charlotte.

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