If the incubator is not efficient and fails to take a bottom-line approach to its operations, it certainly can't relate to occupants. Most likely, the incubator may be so concerned with its own survival that it won't properly care for the occupants. Incubators should link the entrepreneur to a network of value-added services. These services could include mentoring occupants, guiding them through the fund-raising process, hosting educational programs or providing interns. Keys to Capital Capital is the fuel for this gold-rush economy.
Professional managers are critical.
It's difficult to imagine an incubator manager guiding you to funding when the manager hasn't run an operation. Furthermore, management should be laser-focused on serving its clients, not its funders. Beware if management spends more time with wandering politicos or international delegations than with clients. The importance of the space also can't be underestimated. Location, security and parking are all factors that can make it easier to attract employees or funders.