START SMALL.
DREAM BIG.
GROW TOGETHER.

WELCOME TO OUR
KITCHEN COMMUNITY

As a food entrepreneur myself, I understand the challenges and joys of building something from scratch.  When I founded Incubator Kitchen Collective it was with a simple but powerful intention: to give others the chance to build their dream, too.

 

Over the years, I’ve had the honor of watching people work into this space with just an idea, a recipe, a spark.  Through our big equipment, our mentoring, our resources, and most importantly – our community – I’ve watched those sparks grow into something real.  I’m still filled with so much hope every time I see someone take that leap.  What makes this kitchen so special isn’t just the tools or the resources – it’s the people.  I’m so proud of this incredible community of dreamers and doers.  Here’ people listen to one another.  They help each other.  They show up.  And they know they’re part of something bigger than themselves.  At IKC, people matter – and that makes all the difference.

 

I absolutely love this work – and even after twelve years, I still get that same rush of excitement every time I walk through the doors of our facility on West Seventh Street.  Welcome, I can’t wait to see what you’ll create!

200+

Small Businesses
Supported

135

Alumni Members

90%

of IKC Alumni going
strong after 1 year

$967,800

Generated Last Year

what makes THE ikc different

PROVEN BENEFITS

Community

You'll be a part of a working community of like-minded foodpreneurs

Commercial Equipment

You have full use of our commercial kitchen facility and high-quality equipment

Resources

We bring together the resources you need to build a successful food business

Support Network

You'll get the support you need to grow your business the right way

Business Help

Get the help you need, when you need it. Tap into our years of experience with food startups

Education

Benefit from the many relationships we have built with aligned organizations providing continued education and training in the startup and entrepreneurial community

Start Here, Grow Here

Where you're a bold new food creator, caterer, food truck vendor, restaurant that needs extra kitchen space, or just testing out a new food concept - our kitchen is built for you. If you've got the passion, we'll help you bring it to the plate - and the community.

join the success

Don’t just take our word for it

"There are so many things that happen in entrepreneurship that you just can't prepare for. IKC was my backbone and my support when I needed it most."
Derrick Braziel
Owner, Pata Roja

People Matter
Dream Growers
We Work for You
Connections Matter

Beliefs

"IKC is a place where you
can learn, you can grow, and
you can make mistakes and you
can get back up again
It's invaluable"

Derrick Braziel
Pata Roja

One thing that makes
entrepreneurs thrive
is entrepreneurs lifting each
other up.

Blue North

Dave Knox

BUSINESSES

IDEAS SUPPORTED

201

Partners in Innovation

Our growing partner community includes funders, retailers, researcher & innovators, distributors, packaging companies, and more. Meet us in the kitchen to connect with emerging food entrepreneurs, unlock fresh product ideas, and grow together.