==''Our Definition of an Incubator & its Characteristics''==
-An incubator for this project refers to an organization with shares the characteristics outlined above, but, in addition, has the following characteristicsattributes: 1. ''Sector:'' Focuses on accelerating the development of high-growth, for-profit tech firms; 2. ''Affiliation:'' Affiliated with a corporation, academic institution, or for-profit organization; 3. ''Location:'' Located in the US; 4. ''VC-Backing:'' Current or potential VC funding for its startups.