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Program Structure

Weekly Workshops

Our workshops guide young entrepreneurs through every stage of building a startup, from idea to execution. We start with Ideation, where students brainstorm and refine business concepts, followed by Market Fit, helping them validate their ideas through research and feedback. In Business Models, they learn how to structure their ventures for sustainability and growth.

Next, we dive into Marketing, teaching students how to position their businesses and reach the right audience. Public Speaking equips them with the confidence and skills to pitch their ideas effectively. Finally, in Putting Everything Together, they integrate all their learnings to develop a solid business plan, preparing them for real-world success.

Pitch Competition

At the end of the program, students compete in our Final Pitch Competition, where they present their business ideas to a panel of investors. Winning teams receive seed funding—based on how much our nonprofit fundraises—to kickstart their ventures. Our team also provides hands-on mentorship, guiding them through the process of fully launching and scaling their businesses.

ID8 Workshops
ID8 Pitch Competitions
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