Build a Proof of Concept You Can Take to Investors.
Most engineering firms only take on fully funded projects. That leaves self- and under-funded founders stuck: investors want to see something real, but building something real usually costs more than you've raised.
The Catalyst Program is built for exactly this stage. For a reasonable, predictable monthly budget, we work with you to develop a proof of concept — a tangible demonstration that your core idea actually works.
You walk away with the two things investors care about: something real to show, and a clear plan and proposal that spells out exactly what you need to fundraise for next.
Who This Is For.
- Solo founders and pre-funded startups
- Clinician inventors and first-time medical device entrepreneurs
- Teams who need to validate before they invest in a full development effort
- Founders preparing for seed or grant funding conversations
What's Included.
A simple, flexible path forward.
Talk directly with our team about your device, where you are, and what you need to prove to move forward.
On an affordable monthly budget, we develop a tangible proof of concept that shows your core idea works — tackling the riskiest technical questions first.
You leave with something real to show investors and a clear plan and proposal that tells you exactly what to raise for next.
What Working With C3 Looks Like.
You work with the people doing the work. No project manager relaying messages to a team you never meet.
We tell you what we think will and won't work, before you've spent money you can't get back.
We help founders early because we want to be the team you bring with you when funding lands. Most Catalyst relationships grow into Project-Based or Ongoing partnerships when the time is right.
How We Approach Early-Stage Work.
Most early-stage projects fail because founders skip the planning phase. We start with what your device needs to do, who it serves, and what the path to market actually looks like, then build the plan from there.
Every device has 2-3 technical risks that will make or break it. We help you identify those risks early so you can address them before they become expensive surprises.
Investors want to see that you've thought through technical feasibility, regulatory path, and development cost. We help you build that story with real engineering substance behind it.