Idea-to-Launch Startup Accelerator: 1 Day Workshop in Ottawa

Wed, 21 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 pm UTC-05:00

Regus ON, Ottawa - Albert & Metcalfe | Ottawa

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Idea-to-Launch Startup Accelerator: 1 Day Workshop in Ottawa
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A complete 1 Day roadmap to turn ideas into real businesses using validation, branding, planning, and execution frameworks.
About this Event

Group Discounts:

  • Save 10% when registering 3 or more participants
  • Save 15% when registering 10 or more participants

Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks included


Course Overview

This 1 Day workshop provides a practical and structured pathway for early-stage entrepreneurs to build a business from scratch. You will learn how to generate viable ideas, validate them quickly, shape a strong brand foundation, structure simple financials, and plan an execution roadmap. The course blends real-world examples, entrepreneurial frameworks, and actionable tools to help you move from concept to launch with confidence. By the end of the session, you will leave with clarity, a structured process, and a startup roadmap you can begin executing immediately.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Generate realistic and market-fit business ideas.
  • Validate your concept quickly using structured techniques.
  • Build a basic but effective brand identity.
  • Create a simple financial plan for business setup.
  • Design a clear execution roadmap from idea to launch.
  • Apply essential marketing fundamentals for early traction.
  • Develop the confidence to launch and scale your idea.

Target Audience

  • Early-stage entrepreneurs
  • First-time founders
  • Aspiring business owners
  • Students planning to start a business
  • Individuals looking to turn ideas into viable businesses
  • Anyone wanting a structured blueprint to launch a new venture

Why Choose This Course?

This course offers a complete, easy-to-follow blueprint for launching a business in just one day, guided by trainers with real entrepreneurial experience. You gain the practical tools, frameworks, and insights needed to avoid common startup mistakes and move from idea to execution with clarity. The training blends theory with practical exercises, ensuring you leave with an actionable plan.

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We offer customized in-house sessions designed to support innovation, entrepreneurial thinking, and new business development within organizations. The course can be tailored to specific industries, business goals, or team structures. Your team will benefit from hands-on exercises, real examples, and a workshop built around your organization’s needs.

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Agenda
Module 1: Idea Discovery & Opportunity Analysis

Info: • Learn structured techniques for generating viable business ideas.
• Evaluate opportunities using simple filters and criteria.
• Understand market gaps and customer pain points.
• Icebreaker


Module 2: Business Idea Validation Methods

Info: • Explore fast and low-cost validation techniques.
• Identify assumptions and test them with real users.
• Learn to interpret feedback and refine your concept.
• Case Study


Module 3: Branding Basics for New Entrepreneurs

Info: • Understand the essentials of brand identity and positioning.
• Learn how to craft a compelling value proposition.
• Explore simple visual and verbal branding elements.
• Activity


Module 4: Financial Setup for Beginners

Info: • Learn startup budgeting and cost-structure essentials.
• Understand basic revenue modeling options.
• Get familiar with simple financial planning tools.
• Simulation


Module 5: Creating a Practical Execution Roadmap

Info: • Break your business idea into manageable phases.
• Prioritize tasks for the first 30, 60, and 90 days.
• Build an action-focused implementation plan.
• Case Study


Module 6: Marketing Fundamentals for New Businesses

Info: • Understand your customer and target segments clearly.
• Learn essential marketing channels for early-stage growth.
• Create a simple marketing message and content plan.
• Activity


Module 7: Launch Strategy & Next Steps

Info: • Learn how to prepare for a smooth business launch.
• Explore early traction strategies and customer onboarding.
• Understand how to track and measure initial performance.
• Role Play


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Regus ON, Ottawa - Albert & Metcalfe, 116 Albert Street Suite 200 & 300, Ottawa, Canada

Tickets

CAD 467.04 to CAD 622.29

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