Creative events that spark momentum and activate founder networks.

1 Founder. 1 Facilitator. 25+ People. 90 Minutes. 100s of Ideas & New Connections.

Engage your network.

Gain creative ideas.

Make new connectons.

"Beyond new ideas, brainstorming creates energy & momentum, too."

TIM SCHUSTER, Founder & Facilitator
PopUpThinkTank

Connectors, mentors, creators, and friends thinking for founders.

The leaders behind these emerging brands chose PopUpThinkTank.

steph laflora crownhunt.io

"A turbocharge and momentum starter. We feel the difference in the enthusiasm of our entire network. It’s a no-brainer.”

Steph Laflora | Co-Founder & CEO, crownhunt.io

  • Launch with momentum

  • Activate networks

  • Co-create with users

  • Creative & new ideas

  • Build a brand community

Case studies & stories

Learn how founders leverage PopUpThinkTank for customer discovery, community-building, investor engagement, and sourcing actionable feedback.

  • “I knew that I needed to leverage my relationships. As a result, we gained investor interest, outstanding soundbites for social media campaigns, and specific recommendations. The brain power alone is worth the investment.”

    Ben Bomar, Founder & President, Lithyus Group

  • “We were challenged explaining and communicating Bosa clearly. PopUpThinkTank Gave us much clearer, valuable insights. Seeing our community come together to support us and brainstorm toward our future success was so rewarding.”

    Anastasia Tarpeh-Ellis, Founder & CEO, Bosa

  • “Immediately following the Pop Up Think Tank, we received a ‘Yes’ from an investor. The Greenline bank account is no longer empty. Tim fostered an environment that allowed people to flex their creativity. Very much well worth it.”

    David Chimusoro, Founder & CEO, Greenline

    PopUpThinkTank

  • “Determining product direction was a challenge, but I gained direct, actionable feedback on the product concept from my target audience with a far more comfortable, productive environment than I could do alone. “

    Deborah Carver, CEO & Founder, The Content Technologist

Founder Energy Moves the World

It’s a contagious energy. It inspires hope. It’s innovative and productive. Once you see it, you can’t unsee it. And we can’t waste it.

FAQ’s

  • Creators, supporters, friends, connectors, mentors, entrepreneurs, and investors show up to learn about the founder and offer their ideas. The featured founder or facilitator team (or both) invites participants.

  • We facilitate in-person or virtual event formats. We don’t currently offer hybrid events.

  • Yes - We guide one founder or innovation leader before, during, and after the event.

  • Generally, expect a company overview, founder interview, individual feedback, and spaces to share ideas and create connections.

  • No - Participants find our events accessible and non-threatening places to share ideas, connections, feedback, questions, good vibes, and more.

  • More than new ideas, brainstorming creates energy, sparks momentum, and engages our hearts & minds.

  • Designing the event and inviting people to participate takes about 4 to 5 weeks.

  • If they choose, participants take the survey and decide how to continue with the founder.

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