The abi Innovation Hub (formerly Amoskeag Business Incubator) was started in 1997 as a joint venture between Southern New Hampshire University and the City of Manchester, NH. The mission of the abi Innovation Hub is to provide a supportive entrepreneurial environment that stimulates the growth of businesses to ensure economic vitality and encourage job creation. The mission is accomplished by providing affordable office space and technical assistance to technology start-up companies.The abi Innovation Hub offers different membership options and programs, including Accelerate NH, a startup accelerator aimed to help and build companies and offer mentorships with leading entrepreneurs.