FOR FOUNDERS
Your people are closer than you think.
One 90-minute session with the people who already believe in what you're building, and real next steps when it's over.
WHY IT WORKS
You've built something real.
You've got a website and a little traction. And you have a few people leaning in. That's more than a product. It's a circle of people who have watched you build and want to see it work.
Most of them are waiting to be asked. A PopUpThinkTank gives them a reason to show up and a way to help.
—> Thinking together creates readiness, for you and for them.
LET’S BE HONEST
The room every founder wants doesn't exist. The one you need already does.
What founders hope for
A room full of new people
Strangers who warm up in a few minutes
Free
Every pitch night and mixer promises it. Cold rooms stay cold.
What actually works
—> The people who already know you
—> Seeing each other show up for you
—> Leaving with a reason, and a way, to help
Their networks become your new connections, introduced by someone who believes in you.
WHAT A SESSION IGNITES
Quiet support, turned into momentum.
Social proof
When a room fills up for you, everyone notices, including the people in it. Supporters see they're not the only ones betting on you.
High energy
90 minutes, and it moves. No pitch, no posturing, no pressure to speak. People leave wanting to do something for you.
Useful insights
Honest input on your direction, your story and your next move, from people who know you and want you to win. You get all of it afterward.
WHEN YOUR PEOPLE SHOW UP
Founders who lit the spark.
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“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
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“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
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“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
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“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
HOW IT WORKS
You invite. We ignite.
1
Find your people
Former colleagues, early customers, advisors, friends who keep asking how it's going. You know more of them than you think.
2
Make your ask
A facilitator from our network helps you shape the session. You get a registration page and invite copy to make your own.
3
Own the room
90 minutes. You share where you're headed; we facilitate. Everyone contributes, without pressure to speak in front of the group.
4
Follow the champions
All the raw data, a deliverable shaped by what surfaced, and a list of people who raised their hand to help.
Who already calls you back? Start there.
Tell us what you're building and who's in your corner. We'll show you what a session could spark.