thINCubator

04/23/2026

Plan, Prompt, Publish: A Simple “Vibe Coding” Workshop for Your Business Website | May 14th, 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at thINC.

Most small business websites fail for one reason:
They never get finished... or updated.

Or worse… you're only using a facebook or instagram page in place of a business site.
We're running a 90-minute primer where you'll learn how to:

* Plan a simple, effective website
* Use AI tools like Lovable, ChatGPT and Gemini
* Publish a working website that looks professional using Loveable as our platform.

No coding. No tech background.
Just a clear system you can use with free and low-cost tools.

Secure your seat now! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988121823894/preview/?aff=oddtdtcreator

No website? Outdated one? Learn how to plan, prompt, and publish a better one using AI—in just 90 minutes.

04/21/2026

MVCC’s thINCubator and CNY Game Devs are teaming up to bring you the first-ever CNY Games Showcase! Join us this May for an exclusive look at the incredible independent games being built right here in Central New York.

Why attend?

Play First: Get hands-on with unreleased video games and tabletop titles.
Meet the Makers: Network with the talented local teams and solo devs behind the screen.
Be a Playtester: Your feedback helps shape the next big hit!
Connect: Meet fellow enthusiasts and professionals in the CNY gaming community.
The expo is free and open to the public. Come see the creativity hiding in your own backyard!

We’d love it if you RSVP using the link below. Attendance is free. If you’re interested in exhibiting your game or project, please fill out the exhibitor form. Spaces are limited and while we can’t accommodate all submissions will be showcasing as many as possible.

RSVP Here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cny-game-devs-mini-expo-spring-2026-edition-tickets-1987014058538?aff=oddtdtcreato

04/21/2026

Last call to sign up for "From Messy To Structured: Building Training Systems That Work" - happening at thINC Thursday from 9:00 am - 10:30 am.

This workshop helps you build learning systems that reduce pressure on your team, improve consistency, and support the people responsible for training others.

You'll learn:

The Learning Ecosystem Model: A practical framework for identifying where training breaks down
Why training gaps cost more than you think (turnover, burnout, inconsistency)
How to start improving training without overwhelming your team
Who should attend: Small organizations doing training in-house but lack structured systems. Designed for owners, HR, operations, and team leads responsible for developing staff.

What you'll leave with: A clearer approach to training, a framework to diagnose gaps, and one realistic next step you can take immediately.

This workshop helps you build learning systems that reduce pressure on your team, and support the people responsible for training others

03/23/2026

We were happy to once again host a gallery showing for Upstate Caring Partners' Pieces of Heart.

In addition to displaying the wonderful art art and pottery, I hosted an interview and QandA with Lindsay and Victor who head up the program and support the artists, as well as Ed who is a longtime artist in the program. He shared a bit of his own story, and talked about his own work and the creative process that goes into each of his pieces.

If you're interested in learning more the artists, program and adaptive art, please visit: https://www.piecesofhe.art/

03/19/2026

We're excited to partner with for a small group session on building learning and training systems to reduce pressure on your team and support people responsible for training others. We're keeping his one small so register to get your spot! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-messy-to-structured-building-training-systems-that-work-tickets-1983458921026?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/05/2026

03/02/2026

We're happy to be sponsoring this month's event and hope to see you out and about!

Join us this Thursday for our monthly

This month is sponsored by

Come build your business/brand!
Don’t forget your business cards and remember to bring a friend!

02/18/2026

LLCs Made Simple (So You Can Finally Get It Done) | March 5 from 9:00-10:30 am

What's the difference between DBAs, LLCs, and S-Corps? What business entity is right for you and how do you create them? We can help (and get you started).

LLCs Made Simple covers:

What an LLC is actually for, and why you might want one
What's the difference between a DBA, LLC and S-Corp
Why you need (or don't need) an LLC
How to File a single or Multi-Member LLC in NY using Business Express
Get a start on an Operating Agreement and why it’s important

Understand the fees, paperwork and requirements for your new company before you file. - Sign up here:

What's the difference between DBAs, LLCs, and S-Corps? What business entity is right for you and how do you create them?

02/05/2026

Thanks to all who came out and to our volunteers who help make our first jam a huge success!

Game creators from across New York State gathered at the MVCC thINCubator on Broad Street to develop new games as part of this year's CNY Global Game Jam.

01/30/2026

Thank you Pratiksha and Namnu! What an honor!