ABOUT THE PROGRAM
What you can expect
Over ten weeks, this course will address the core challenges that founders face in the first stages of business development. With your commitment to one focused idea, North Forge will provide guidance on how to conduct market validation, research the customer problem, validate assumptions, identify your target market and create a value proposition.
There is no cost for this program.
What you get
- A 16-hour intensive bootcamp that provides a practical guide on how to conduct market validation
- Micro-credentials available upon completion of this stage.
Expected outcomes
- Primary and secondary market research review
- Customer interview scripts
- Completed customer interviews and analysis
- A validated or invalidated value proposition
“We have benefited from the guidance and advice from the team at North Forge to reach our milestones.”
“We have benefited from the guidance and advice from the team at North Forge to reach our milestones.”
“North Forge has been absolutely crucial in shaping and refining our concept and turning concept into reality. The breadth and depth of knowledge and real-world experience that entrepreneurs can access through the North Forge network are unparalleled.”
“North Forge is an essential element of the success of any aspiring entrepreneur that wants to succeed in our growing innovation ecosystem. The community, access to technology and collision of innovative minds isn’t possible anywhere else in Manitoba. North Forge is the only place I recommend you go to get your idea off the ground.”
“North Forge helped us navigate the startup ecosystem by offering industry insights and facilitating important connections with funders, partners and customers. Through their mentorship program we have been challenged, supported and are equipped to succeed – overcoming the many obstacles facing a startup company.”
“Our North Forge mentors helped us to dream big and then gave us solid advice to execute on those dreams. I started two companies inside North Forge. The first is company is now a multi-million dollar firm and we are preparing the second company for a super-angel financing round.”
“North Forge provides startups with the resources and network necessary to succeed. All startups in Manitoba should be part of this innovative ecosystem.”