Idea Accelerator Workshop - Bismarck, ND

​🚀 ILT Academy IDEA ACCELERATOR WORKSHOP

​Sponsored by ND Department of Commerce

Key Partners:
ND Indian Affairs and ND Community Services

​🗓️ Date & Time:

​Workshop: 1:00–4:00 PM CT

​Optional Light Lunch & Check-In: 12:30–1:00 PM

​(Doors open at 12:15 PM)

​This high-energy, 3-hour Idea Accelerator Workshop is designed to help local leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators turn ideas into action. Whether you’re just getting started or refining an existing concept, this workshop delivers practical tools, expert coaching, and serious-fun collaboration to help you:

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​✅ Explore real market opportunities

​✅ Understand your customers

​✅ Build a stronger foundation for your business or nonprofit idea

​Through ILT Academy’s proven Innovation Framework, you’ll participate in hands-on activities and peer-based feedback to sharpen your idea and confidently take next steps.

You’ll leave with practical tools, new insights, and a clearer path to move your idea forward. Come ready to work, learn, and level up!

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​Who Should Attend?

​This workshop is for anyone—of any age or background—who’s passionate about solving problems or building something new. Perfect for:

• ​Aspiring entrepreneurs

• ​Small business owners

• ​Tribal/community leaders

• ​Tech, product, service, or nonprofit builders

• ​Students, educators, or teams with bold ideas

​Come Early for Lunch!

​Doors open at 12:15 PM — join us between 12:30–1:00 PM for a light lunch and check-in before we dive into the workshop. It’s a great time to settle in, connect with others, and fuel up.

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