The University of Charleston Downtown Innovation Hub welcomed its largest Business Accelerator Program cohort to date earlier this month, marking a milestone in the program’s second year. UC said on its website that this fifth cohort brings together 15 established organizations from across the region, spanning industries including construction, marketing, agriculture, insurance, and technology. Small business owners ready to scale up and grow can apply this month for the UC Downtown Innovation Hub’s next no-cost Business Accelerator Program, offering expert mentorship, workshops, and networking to help established businesses grow and create jobs. Cohort six begins in October 2025.