# Catalyzer

> Catalyzer is a free, purpose-built CRM for small business program managers. Built by Economic Impact Catalyst (EIC), it helps entrepreneurial support organizations (ESOs), incubators, accelerators, SBDCs, nonprofits, and universities centralize client data, track technical assistance, and prove impact to funders.

## Key Facts

- Price: Free
- Users: 200+ communities served, 25,000+ businesses supported, 100+ organizations
- Built by: Economic Impact Catalyst (EIC)
- Audience: Program managers at ESOs, incubators, accelerators, SBDCs, chambers of commerce, universities, and nonprofit support organizations
- Category: Small business program management software, incubator management software, accelerator management software, ESO CRM

## Core Capabilities

- Client Database (CRM) built for economic development, not sales teams
- Cohort Management for structured programs
- Technical Assistance (TA) Session Tracking
- Intake Management with customizable forms
- Impact Surveys and long-term outcome tracking
- Reporting & Analytics that turn program data into funder-ready reports
- Mentor and Resource Matching
- Milestone Tracking for client progress

## Who Catalyzer Is For

- Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs)
- Startup accelerators and incubators
- Nonprofit entrepreneurial support organizations
- University entrepreneurship centers
- Chambers of commerce
- Government economic development agencies
- Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs)

## Key Pages

- Homepage: https://www.catalyzerapp.com
- For SBDCs: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/sbdc
- For Accelerators: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/accelerators
- For Nonprofits: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/nonprofits
- For Universities: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/universities
- Pricing: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/pricing
- Request a Demo: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/demo
- Get Started Free: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/start
- Blog: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/blog
- Resources & Podcast: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/resources
- Knowledge Base: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/knowledge-base
- Security: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/security

## Selected Blog Posts

- How to Choose Accelerator Management Software: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/post/how-to-choose-accelerator-management-software-that-actually-works
- The Best CRM for Incubators and ESOs: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/post/the-best-crm-for-incubators-and-esos-and-what-to-look-for
- The Free CRM Advantage for Business Support Organizations: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/post/the-free-crm-advantage-for-business-support-organizations
- The CRM Built for Economic Developers, Not Sales Teams: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/post/the-crm-built-for-economic-developers-not-sales-teams
- The Minimal KPI Set for Technical Assistance Programs: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/post/the-minimal-kpi-set-for-technical-assistance-programs
- How to Run a Great Cohort-Based Incubator Program: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/post/how-to-run-a-great-cohort-based-incubator-program-in-2026
- What Is Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/post/what-is-entrepreneurship-led-economic-development
- How Non-Profit ESOs Measure Their Impact: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/post/how-non-profit-esos-measure-their-impact

## On-Demand Webinars

- How to Build and Report on TA Programs: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/on-demand-webinar/how-to-build-and-report-on-technical-assistance-programs-in-2026
- Run High-Impact Cohort Programs: https://www.catalyzerapp.com/on-demand-webinar/run-high-impact-cohort-programs-with-smarter-workflows-and-less-spreadsheets

## About Economic Impact Catalyst (EIC)

Economic Impact Catalyst (EIC) is the parent company behind Catalyzer and Startup Space. EIC's mission is to catalyze social change and economic growth by equipping organizations that support entrepreneurs with the technology and data they need to succeed.

- Catalyzer (B2B): Free CRM for program managers at entrepreneurial support organizations
- Startup Space (B2C): Consumer-facing platform connecting entrepreneurs with resources, mentors, and capital

Website: https://www.economicimpactcatalyst.com