the Starting Line

a seven-week sprint from “what if” to “what’s next”

Unlock Your Potential and Propel Your Business Idea Forward!

Are you a current professional, on a break, or even retired with a brilliant business idea swirling in your mind? It’s time to transform that idea into reality through the Starting Line. This immersive seven-week program is designed to guide you through the essential steps needed to achieve problem-market fit. And it’s completely free!

Define Your Problem

Learn how to articulate the core issue your business aims to solve. This crucial first step lays the groundwork for everything that follows.

Identify Your Audience

Discover who needs your solution and how to effectively connect with them. Tailoring your approach to the right audience is key to your success.

Explore the Market

Gain insights into where your business fits within the industry. Understanding your competition and your unique value proposition is vital.

Customer Discovery

Dive into the world of customer interviews and feedback gathering, ensuring your idea is driven by real market needs.

Craft Your Elevator Pitch

Learn how to succinctly communicate your business idea in a way that captures interest, showcases your vision, and opens doors.

Reach a Go/No-Go Decision

By the end of the workshop, you’ll be equipped to make an informed decision about moving forward with your business opportunity.

Why Join

At the Starting Line, you’ll not only gain invaluable insights but also connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion and ambition. Our expert facilitators will provide personalized guidance and feedback, ensuring that you leave the workshop with clarity and confidence in your next steps.

Who Should Participate?

Professionals looking to start a new business or lean into a side gig
Individuals with paused careers and stay-at-home caregivers seeking to reignite their entrepreneurial spirit
Retired professionals eager to start a new chapter or test a new idea
Anyone with an idea and the desire to make it happen
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Don’t Let Your Idea Remain a “WHAT IF?”

Join us at the Starting Line and take the first steps toward building a successful future. Space is limited, so apply today!

Applications are CLOSED at this time. Check back later for information on future cohorts.

How the application process works: Applicants will be notified of their selection two weeks prior to program start. Cohorts meet weekly on Wednesdays from 11am-1pm for seven consecutive weeks in-person at Launch Fishers.

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Questions? Contact Ashley Bryan, our Program Director, here.