Lean Startup Bootcamp

Have an idea for a startup? Ready to change the world? Want to be your own boss some day?

Be sure to join us for the Lean Startup Bootcamp and learn how to turn your idea into reality as well as how you can pitch your business or nonprofit to raise capital.

In this two-day bootcamp, we will cover the foundational tools and mindsets you will need to get your idea off the ground in the leanest fashion. Some of the tools and mindsets we will cover are the Lean Canvas, Value Proposition Canvas, Design Thinking and Testing Business Ideas.

In addition to learning and making your idea a reality you will meet other passionate individuals and find a community of problem solvers just like you.

Food will be served at each of the sessions.

Day 1: Learn Proven Startup & Innovation Tools

Take a dive into the various tools that will help you to get your idea out of your head and onto paper. We will then help you in testing your assumptions and relating your idea to how it serves your customers.

Tools and Mindsets: Lean Canvas, Value Proposition Canvas, Design Thinking and Testing Business Ideas

Day 2: From Idea to Reality | Investor Mindset

This day is all about helping you understand the mindset of the investor and what information you need to prepare so that you can get funding and resources to grow. We invite mentors from the Sacramento regional ecosystem, including real investors, to share insights on what makes a compelling pitch.

If any special accommodations are needed please let us know at least two weeks in advance to secure the needed accommodations.

Dates and Times:

June 13, 2025 (5 to 8 pm)

June 14, 2025 (10 am to 2 om)

Location: Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 6000 Jed Smith Dr Library 1520, Sacramento, CA 95819

Cost: Free

Register: 3Common