Springboard Startup
Program
Springboard Mission
Springboard implements a dynamic hands-on model for early-stage tech or life science companies in the INW region, leveraging business and domain experts to provide coaching and feedback through a structured approach.
Our goal is to help your company gain traction and become investable. The 3 month program follows a defined process, guiding you to clearly define your problem and solution, understand customer needs, refine your MVP, and build momentum. Graduation includes a pitch to a panel of advisors and investors.
FOUNDATION BUilding
This is where your startup journey begins. This stage is designed to help aspiring founders lay the groundwork for a successful business by focusing on core concepts like problem validation, customer discovery, and building a viable business model. Whether you're refining a new idea or exploring entrepreneurship for the first time, this phase gives you the tools, guidance, and community support to confidently move forward.
- Initial Meeting and Approval
- Lean Canvas Development
- Customer Discovery
- Go-to-Market Strategy
PHASE 2
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
- Financial/Legal/Operations
- Pitch Deck Development
- Advisor Pitch Sessions
- Program Graduation
TESTIMONIALS
“Springboard has been an invaluable partner in turning my vision into reality. As a nurse with no prior business experience, I was overwhelmed by the complexities of launching a startup. Springboard guided me every step of the way—from refining my idea with the lean canvas method to developing a fully functional app that is already making a difference in ER nurse training. Their support in securing funding and connecting me with the right advisors has been instrumental in the early success of WildeCare Education. I couldn’t have done it without them.”
Jennifer Wilde- Springboard Client
WHAT WE'VE LEARNED
Money Doesn’t Solve Strategy Gaps
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Outside funding often gets more attention than it deserves.
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Focus should be on customer discovery and problem/solution fit.
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Initial development can typically be achieved with $50K or less.
How Startups Really Grow
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Prioritize customer traction before seeking funding.
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Build scalable revenue models from the start.
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Focus on becoming “investable” through organic growth.
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Maintain authentic company values and founder goals.
Springboard's mission is to empower startups with the right tools, knowledge, and connections needed to scale globally while maintaining a positive impact locally in the Inland NW Triangle of Innovation.
If you would like to connect with our team, please fill out the application.