We are the Rubicon Centre. Established in 2006, in Munster Technological University Cork, our on-campus incubator is dedicated to support entrepreneurs and start-ups.
An incubator is an organisation that supports the growth and development of start-up companies, and that is exactly what the Rubicon Centre delivers. Whether your dream is to start, grow, or accelerate your very own business, the Rubicon Centre is here to help you achieve your ambition.
As we know, our generation is becoming more creative, wiser, and innovative with almost everything, and business is no exception in that matter. With a world full of diverse people, with different needs and wants, the ability to create a start-up is extremely high, but the survival rate is the key to any business’ success. With 500+ business ideas coming to life with assistance from the Rubicon Centre, the survival rate of these businesses is an astonishing 88%!
Choosing an incubator is the perfect route to take for your business goals, and here’s why:
1.Making connections- With 40+ businesses within our incubator, this gives everyone opportunities to access, grow, and expand their network. Getting to know others is a crucial aspect in the business world, and making connections that may benefit you is excellent in helping your business come to life and succeed.
New Frontiers Phase 2, 2023/2024 Photo. Darragh Kane
2. Helpful guidance- Trained professionals provide mentorship, and this is a huge aspect and core value of our company, as we strive to give our professional knowledge and resources in helping those committed to making a change in the world.
3. Excellent facilities- The Rubicon offers a variety of 24/7 in-person and virtual office space, along with professional meeting and seminar rooms that can be used, as needed. Our facilities cater to all business needs providing complementary, high-speed broadband, refreshments and parking, including electric charging facilities.
4. Perfect location- Our incubator is located at Bishopstown, Cork. Bishopstown is an outskirt community just outside Cork City Centre. With just walking distance to Bus Eireann’s 205, 208, 220, 201, and 219 bus-stops, this provides everybody with access to transport to the City Centre, along with several suburban areas of choice. Being situated on MTU Cork grounds, this gives opportunity to explore the campus, where a wide range of facilities exist including restaurants, and our new MTU Sports Arena.
MTU, Bishopstown, Aerial Picture,
Picture: Denis Scannell
5. Community- Working as an entrepreneur can be extremely challenging, especially working individually. With 40+ businesses with hundreds of employees here at the Rubicon Centre, the feeling of isolation and loneliness is avoided. Working in a warm, welcoming, and friendly environment is important for our health and well-being overall, which is why the Rubicon Centre is perfect in achieving this for you.
Entering 2024, here at the Rubicon Centre, we desire to prove that there is a world full of endless opportunities, and that we are here to help. We are beyond excited to see what the year holds for us!
