Overview
Join us for a free virtual information session to learn about Hudson Kitchen's 2027 Food Business Bootcamp® Startup Accelerator and discover whether it's the right next step for your packaged food business.
Food Business Bootcamp® is an eight-month, tuition-based accelerator that combines expert-led learning, hands-on product and business development, and six months of commercial production and sales at Hudson Kitchen in Northern New Jersey.
During this session, we'll explain how the program works, what you'll accomplish, and what it takes to participate.
What We'll Cover
Who the program is designed for and what makes a strong applicant
What you'll accomplish during the two-month Build phase, including recipe development, branding, packaging, pricing, and production planning
How the six-month Produce + Sell phase provides commercial kitchen access, ongoing expert guidance, and opportunities to bring your product to market
What to expect from the program's in-person and virtual learning experiences
Program investment, timelines, participation requirements, and the application process
Who Should Consider Applying?
We're looking for early-stage packaged food founders who:
Have an existing recipe or product they want to commercialize
Are serious about launching and growing a packaged food business
Are prepared to commit to eight months of learning, production, and sales
Can participate in the in-person programming and commercial kitchen residency in Kearny, New Jersey
Priority is given to founders in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Founders from other states are welcome to apply if they can meet the in-person participation requirements.
Program Investment
$5,000 at enrollment ($2,500 upon acceptance to secure your spot and $2,500 by January 22, 2027), followed by six monthly payments of $2,500 from February through July. Total tuition: $20,000. No equity required.
Live Q&A
Bring your questions! You'll hear directly from the Hudson Kitchen team about the program, participation requirements, and how to determine whether Bootcamp aligns with your business goals.
Application Deadline: January 8, 2027
2027 Cohort Begins: February 3, 2027