Ideas to Impact 2.0 - Turn Your Business Ideas into Real Projects

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Impact Day: June 27, 2024

Idea to Impact 2.0 – TIU's Innovation Cohort

From Classroom Ideas to Real-World Projects

What is Idea to Impact 2.0?

Idea to Impact 2.0 is a student-led innovation and project-building cohort designed to help you turn your ideas into real impact. Whether you're interested in social causes, tech innovation, or community development, this cohort equips you with the tools, guidance, and network to make it real.

Who Can Join?

  • Open to all TIU students (DBI, BE, IR, etc.)
  • Join solo or form a team (max 4 members)
  • No technical or business experience needed
  • Social, environmental, or tech-based ideas welcome

Not a Member? Here's What You'll Miss:

  • No 1-on-1 advisor support
  • No access to mentor hours & internal workshops
  • No access to private resource library
  • Limited support from Impact Hub team
  • But you can still attend Impact Day as a guest

Cohort Timeline

Follow your journey from idea submission to final presentation day

Step 1

Idea Submission

Submit your innovative idea or join an existing team

Step 2

Onboarding & Team Matching

Get matched with team members and prepare for the journey

Step 3

Project Building + Mentorship

Build your project with expert guidance and support

Step 4

Final Demo: Impact Day

Present your project to investors, professors & guests

What You'll Do in the Cohort

Submit an idea or join a team

Build a real MVP/prototype with support

Attend expert-led workshops

Get feedback through weekly mentor sessions

Pitch your project at Impact Day

Perks for Founders & Team Members

For Founders
  • Mentorship from startup founders and professors
  • Tech and design support
  • Opportunity to pitch to VCs and industry experts
  • Access to funding and follow-up support
For Members without Ideas
  • Join exciting projects or co-found a new one
  • Collaborate with real-world startups
  • Gain experience in research, strategy, or design
  • Access internship, hackathon, and event opportunities
  • Work on entrepreneurship research with professors

Workshop Topics You'll Explore

Validating Impactful Ideas

Learn how to validate your ideas and ensure they solve real problems

Building MVPs

Create minimum viable products with low/no-code tools

Storytelling & Pitch Design

Craft compelling narratives and design effective pitch decks

Real-world Startup Lessons

Learn from experienced entrepreneurs about real challenges

Peer Review Systems

Implement effective feedback systems to improve your project

Impact Day – The Grand Pitch

Finale at the end of June - Present your project to:

Venture Capitalists

Professors

Social Impact Leaders

Awards + Potential Funding

Ready to Join?

Don't miss this opportunity to turn your ideas into reality and gain valuable experience!

Impact Day: June 27

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