Every entrepreneurial journey starts with a spark. An exciting, sometimes overwhelming thought that calls for attention. But when that spark feels tangled in doubt or uncertainty, it’s easy to stall. How do you know if your idea is more than just a fleeting thought? How can you move from mental clutter to clear, actionable steps?
What’s the Big Idea? is a two-hour in-person lab designed to help you translate your raw concepts into something real and testable. This session blends creativity, strategic thinking, and hands-on experimentation to help you make sense of your idea and decide your next best move. Unpack your idea. Explore its potential. Build your next move with intention.
Why This Lab Matters
Ideas thrive when they leave the confines of your mind and interact with the world. This lab is a safe, supportive space to dissect your idea, spot gaps, and communicate your vision clearly. All before investing more time, money, or energy.
Whether your idea is an app, a creative project, a new revenue stream, or a mission-driven pivot, this session empowers you to move forward with confidence or adjust your course deliberately.
What You’ll Do and Take Away
- Create a personalized Big Idea Canvas — a visual map that breaks down your concept into clear, manageable parts.
- Receive thoughtful, constructive feedback to strengthen your idea’s foundation.
- Discover how your concept connects to your broader business goals and plans.
- Gain the clarity and courage to advance your idea with purpose — whether that means moving ahead or pivoting.
Who Should Join?
This lab is tailored for entrepreneurs, creatives, solopreneurs, and nonprofit leaders at the threshold of a new idea — those ready to transform uncertainty into actionable clarity. Some examples include:
- A musician ready to evolve creative energy into a sustainable business.
- An entrepreneur with an app concept seeking practical ways to test it.
- A solopreneur exploring fresh revenue options but unsure about timing.
- A nonprofit leader navigating funding challenges and looking to adapt services.
And many more. If you’re holding an exciting but fuzzy idea, this lab offers the structure and tools to clarify your next step.
How the Lab Works
This isn’t a passive workshop. It’s an interactive lab where you’ll engage directly with your idea through creative exercises, strategy frameworks, and peer feedback. The process is designed to be collaborative, exploratory, and practical.
Agenda highlights:
- Creative Exploration: Hands-on activities to translate your abstract ideas into clear communication.
- Break & Reflect: Time to pause, refresh, and let insights settle.
- Strategic Development: Map out your idea, identify blind spots, and learn how to explain your concept confidently.
Details
- Date & Time: January 14, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Bounce Innovation Hub, 526 S Main Street, Akron, Ohio 44311
- What to Bring: Your curiosity, your idea (no matter how raw), and willingness to engage. Feel free to bring a lunch; coffee and water provided.
- Filming & Photography: The session will be documented for promotional use. If you have any concerns, please reach out beforehand.
About the Facilitator
Nicole Kurtz is the founder of Aducate Digital, a Creative Business Development Studio dedicated to transforming entrepreneurial ideas through creative problem-solving and strategic clarity. Nicole’s approach invites participants to lead with focus, resilience, and innovative thinking.