What is a business incubator? – British Business Bank

Business incubators don’t accept every business that applies to join their programmes.

This is mainly because they seek a return on their investment.

Consequently, they will typically take an equity stake in your business in exchange for providing its services.

Likewise, equity investment may not be something you’re interested in.

Perhaps you don’t want to dilute your share in the business.

Or, maybe you prefer other types of funding (such as debt finance).

It all depends on you, your business and your approach to growth.

If you have access to similar benefits via your own network, you can take advantage of them without selling a stake in your business.