Entrepreneur Lab
Introducing College of Western Idaho's (CWI) Entrepreneur Lab, your ultimate resource for your entrepreneurial journey! From sparking an idea to starting or expanding your small business, our events and classes are here to inspire and guide you every step of the way.
Events
Ignite your passion and elevate your business skills. From monthly workshops like Business Basics and First Steps, to major events like Nampa Business Day and our biannual Showcase and Competition, the Entrepreneur Lab offers hands-on learning and real opportunities to win prize money to support your business. Connect with local entrepreneurs, sharpen your ideas, and take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey!
Cohorts
Elevate your entrepreneurial journey with tailored classes designed to help you turn your passion into profit, refine business concepts, and achieve the next level of success. Classes are held at the Entrepreneur Lab. Not sure which cohort is the best fit? Schedule a phone call with us!
Exploration Cohort
Do you have a hobby, skill, or passion that you love doing in your spare time? Join this 2-week cohort to learn how to monetize it and turn it into a successful side hustle. We will teach you the first steps of starting a side hustle and show you the path to turn it into a full-blown business someday!
- Date: April 3 & 10
- Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
- Location: Entrepreneur Lab, Nampa Campus Micron Education Center (NMEC)
Idea, Set, Go
Do you have an idea for a new business? Join this 4-week cohort to help you validate your business idea to see if it is ready to launch. Before spending a lot of time and energy on an idea, this cohort will guide you through experiments and information to help you determine the best direction to go with your idea.
- Date: Fridays, Feb 20 – March 13
- Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
- Location: Entrepreneur Lab, Nampa Campus Micron Education Center (NMEC)
Next-Level Accelerator
Do you have a business already started or validated? These 8-week one-on-one coaching sessions will empower you to take your business idea to the next level. We will work side-by-side with you to dig into your business details, strengthen your value proposition, and conduct hands-on experiments to help you reach the next level.
- Connect with us to schedule your one-on-one meetings from Feb. 2 – April 3
- Location: Entrepreneur Lab, Nampa Campus Micron Education Center (NMEC)
Partnerships
Interested in supporting the Entrepreneur Lab as a member of the community? Partner with us for events, mentorship, or donations.
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