Business Lab - Hannah Grimes Center

Business Lab is a multi-week, hands-on program where you get to put ideas into action. It’s a place to test your thinking, get clear on your next steps, and build the confidence to move forward. Whether you’re launching a business, growing a nonprofit, or shaping a community project, you’ll walk away with a plan that feels doable and support that lasts beyond the classroom.

By the end of the program, you will:
1. Shape a grounded plan to turn your idea into an enterprise that can sustain itself and make an impact.
2. Practice sharing your work in ways that connect—whether you’re talking with customers, employees, funders, investors, or neighbors.
3. Get clear on the “why” behind what you’re building and the real value it offers to the people you serve.

Business Lab isn’t for sitting back and daydreaming. It’s for doers, makers, and movers who are ready to put ideas into action. You’ll fit right in if:

• You’ve got a spark—whether it’s a business idea, a nonprofit vision, or a side hustle—and you’re serious about seeing it succeed.
• You’re ready to take action, push through obstacles, and keep moving forward.
• You don’t mind stretching yourself, trying new things, and sometimes being a little uncomfortable in the name of growth.
• You welcome fresh perspectives and are open to weaving feedback into your thinking and process.
• You want to be part of a community that encourages you, has your back, and stays connected long after the program wraps.

This is a place for people who want to make things happen, not just talk about it. If that’s you, Business Lab is your next step. 

Learn more and apply here