Welcome to
SPARK UP
Series!
Toying with your business idea for too long?
Want to move forward and need some motivation?
Our SPARK UP series will help you structure your idea, get charged and get pragmatic. This series is ideal for when you are stuck in your thoughts, need motivation to move forward and bring your business idea to life.
We are here to support you and bring your hot idea to life!
The Team at Startup Queenstown Lakes
WHAT IS SQL SPARK UP SERIES?
Spark Up series is a new program we are running as a bridge between two of our popular programs, Kick Start and Lift Off.
These in-person sessions will focus on the IMPORTANT things you need to know before you can join our Lift Off program.
At the completion of the Spark Up series you can join our Lift Off program and get a $30 discount off the Lift Off course price.
WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?
Spark Up is designed for anyone who has a...
- Business idea.
- Eager to start your side hustle.
- Ready for a career change.
- Needs to be held accountable on your idea.
- Aged 16yrs + ... innovative ideas come at all stages of life.
WHAT WILL THE COURSE TEACH YOU?
OVER THREE SESSIONS WE WILL COVER:
- Take your hot idea out of your thoughts and into a Lean Business Canvas.
- Stop daydreaming about your plan but write it down on an A-4.
- With our guidance you WILL get it done.
- Make sure your idea has realistic potential and is supported by unbiased research - VALIDATE
- What should your entrepreneurial mindset look like?
- If you are currently in a day job, we'll give you tools to change your mindset.
- Start to think about your numbers
- Learn how to look at funds you need and making a profit.
- Learn how to work efficiently and focus on things that matter - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
WHAT IS INVOLVED?
- 3 x 2-hour, to-the-point, sessions.
- In-person sessions where you will work with our Business coaches - they will keep you on track + accountable during the sessions.
- Collaborate with other like minded people and be inspired by their stories.
- Relevant topics that will help you shape your ideas and get started!
GIVE ME THE DETAILS
Get Structured; Take your hot idea out of your thoughts and onto a Lean Business Canvas
Get Charged; Validation & Entrepreneurial Mindset
Get Pragmatic; Run the Numbers and Project Management
- Saturday 13th Jan
- 10am - 1pm
- Wanaka Recreation Centre, 41 Sir Tim Wallis Drive
- Saturday 20th Jan
- 11.30am - 2pm
- Mountain Club Five Mile , 36 Grant Road, Queenstown
- Wednesday 25th Jan
- 5pm - 7.30pm
- Mountain Club Five Mile , 36 Grant Road, Queenstown
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT OUR COURSES
"Startup Queenstown Lakes has been integral to progress my business idea into a full fledged business plan ready to take to the market
LIFT OFF has been a great catalyst - anyone wanting to develop a business plan or simply wants to learn more about business should do this course"
Emma, Queenstown
"KICK START has been beyond beneficial for me and a big party of the foundation of my business.
It has allowed me to become more adaptable with all angles of my business and has given me more confidence within myself and my business venture"
Bayley, Queenstown
"LIFT OFF has provided me with the structure and guidance on what needs to be done to get my startup off the ground.
The guidance I received from my business coach, business mentors and resources has been excellent. Having the combination of webinars and materials online, means I have the resources I require readily available has been invaluable. I've told all my friends and family about it already."
Carmen, Wanaka
SPARK UP!
What are you waiting for?
ABOUT US
Startup Queenstown Lakes was established to drive innovation in our region, by fostering a startup ecosystem.
Startup Queenstown Lakes is a charitable trust established in 2018 to bring together founders, investors, changemakers, and citizens in an effort to address the need for economic diversity and resilience, via a strong entrepreneurial ecosystem made up of knowledge and innovative sector businesses.
We are a catalyst and champion for the startup, innovation, and technology community. We know that knowledge and innovation sector startups are a critical element to this region to achieve economic diversity, enhance productivity and strengthen the resilience of our communities.
THE BUSINESS COACHES
Marco Dingemans
GENERAL MANAGER & STARTUP COACH
Marco has worked in marketing for big corporates in London and the Netherlands. He also has first-hand experience when it comes to turning a passion into a business.
Following a move from the UK to Whakatipu in 2016 he set up a successful business - which is still running - that led to a natural opportunity to leverage his corporate experience to also help others do the same.
Jinene Clark
HIGH GROWTH STARTUP COACH
Jinene’s role is to assist entrepreneurs, aspiring business owners, and those in the innovation/tech space.
Jinene moved to Wanaka in 2019, following a successful 25 years career in the IT and telecom industry in Australia. It’s a homecoming for her, whose family dates back five generations within the Otago region.
SUMMER SCHOOL IS MADE POSSIBLE WITH FUNDING FROM OUR SUPPORTER:
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