From Stuck to Startup: A hands-on workshop to take your venture from idea to action
Ready to finally launch your startup in the New Year? Then this hands-on workshop is for you.
Whether your idea is still stuck in your head, or your startup has hit a wall, you’ll gain practical skills to get unstuck and move forward. Led by startup veteran Chris Heivly, you’ll clarify your thinking, identify key risks, and leave with actionable next steps — and the confidence to make 2026 your year.
Who is this event for?
This event is for first-time or early-stage tech startup founders who want to take concrete next steps with their startup. It’s ideal if you:
Have a startup idea stuck in your head and haven’t launched yet
Have started a venture but feel stuck or unsure how to move forward
Want structured, practical guidance to create actionable next steps
Why should you attend?
This workshop will give you practical, hands-on guidance to move your startup forward. You’ll:
Create a concrete plan: Work through a Lean Canvas to identify key risks and define actionable next steps
Build confidence: Walk away ready to take your next steps with purpose
Connect with the local ecosystem: Meet other founders and tap into Raleigh-Durham Startup Week’s network
Who is hosting this event?
This event is powered by the Raleigh-Durham Startup Week team, as part of a year-round series of events that serve entrepreneurs in the Triangle.
What is the Frontier?
Central to Hub RTP, the Frontier RTP innovation campus offers flex office spaces, free coworking and meeting spaces, educational opportunities and networking events for entrepreneurs. Their free weekly Happy Hour, Out of Office, will take place at the conclusion of the workshop.