Pre-Incubation
Embark on self-discovery, cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset, validate ideas, and participate in business idea competitions.
Self-Discovery
Engage in introspection to identify personal strengths, weaknesses, and interests relevant to entrepreneurship.
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Cultivate the mindset of an entrepreneur, focusing on innovation, risk-taking, and resilience.
Idea Generation and Validation
Generate and refine business ideas while validating their feasibility and market potential.
Business Idea Competition (Bootcamp & Pitching)
Participate in intensive bootcamps and pitching events to refine ideas and receive feedback.
Incubation
Formulate your founding team, identify viable opportunities, develop customer value propositions, and create MVPs for validation before launch.
Customer and Value Proposition
Define target customer segments and craft compelling value propositions that address their specific needs.
Business Model
BREAK 2: FIELDWORK 2
Pause for fieldwork, reflection, and implementation of strategies.
Establishing a Brand Identity
Define the startup's unique brand identity, including its values, mission, visual elements, and messaging.
Marketing and Sales
Develop marketing strategies and sales channels to reach target customers, drive engagement, and generate revenue.
Finance and Financial Management
Implement financial systems, budgeting processes, and investment strategies to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.
BREAK 4: FIELDWORK 4
Pause for fieldwork, reflection, and implementation of strategies.
The Founding Team
Build a diverse and skilled team capable of executing the business vision effectively.
Opportunity Discovery (Problem Worth Solving)
Identify pressing problems or unmet needs in the market that present viable business opportunities.
BREAK: FIELDWORK 1
Pause for fieldwork, reflection, and implementation of strategies.
Creating an MVP & Product Validation
Develop minimum viable products (MVPs) to test hypotheses and validate product-market fit before full-scale launch.
Startup Launch & Basic Operations
Execute the launch strategy and establish fundamental operational processes to ensure smooth business operations.
Formalizing Your Startup
Register the business entity, establish legal frameworks, and address regulatory requirements for formalization.
BREAK: FIELDWORK 3
Pause for fieldwork, reflection, and implementation of strategies.
Investment Readiness
Prepare the startup to attract investment by refining the business model, demonstrating traction, and addressing scalability.
Business Planning
Develop comprehensive business plans outlining strategies, objectives, and financial projections to attract investors and stakeholders.
Presenting Your Startup
Master the art of delivering concise and compelling pitches to investors, showcasing the startup's value proposition and growth potential.
Building Business Networks
Establish and leverage professional connections, partnerships, and collaborations to expand the startup's reach and opportunities.
BREAK 5: FIELDWORK 5
Final fieldwork session for implementation, refinement, and preparation for scaling.
Coaching & Mentorship
Receive guidance in self-assessment, mentorship planning, and expert advice in product development, operations, finance, and marketing.
Self-Assessment
Reflect on personal strengths, weaknesses, and goals to identify areas for growth and development.
Creating a Mentorship Plan
Develop a structured plan for seeking guidance and support from experienced mentors in various aspects of startup development.
Product Development/ Operations/Finance and Financial Management /Sales& Marketing
Receive tailored coaching and mentorship in key areas essential for startup success.
Coaching & Mentorship 101
Access to Capital
Prepare for investment readiness, craft investor profiles, perfect pitching techniques, and gain insights into capital markets.
Investment Readiness
Prepare the startup to attract investment by refining the business model, demonstrating traction, and addressing scalability.
Creating an Investor Profile
Craft a compelling narrative and presentation tailored to attract potential investors and align with their investment criteria.
Pitching to Investors
Master the art of delivering concise and persuasive pitches to investors, showcasing the startup's value proposition and growth potential.
Access to Capital 101
Gain insights into different sources of capital, such as venture capital, angel investment, crowdfunding, and debt financing.
Access to Markets
Develop sales pipelines, explore international markets, and understand the essentials of market access strategies.
International Markets
Explore opportunities for expansion into international markets, considering cultural, regulatory, and logistical challenges.
Establishing a Sales Pipeline
Develop strategies and processes for identifying, engaging, and converting leads into customers.
Access-to-Market 101
Understand the dynamics of accessing and navigating various distribution channels, including online platforms, retail stores, and partnerships.