RGV Startup Week is just around the corner, and we want you to be a part of the action! Join us in one of the kick-off events – Startup Bootcamp, presented by VelocityTX and Methodist Healthcare Ministries. Powered by Geekdom.

Designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs, this weekend boot camp offers a collaborative learning experience to help entrepreneurs get the foundation they need for launching their business. From working with the Lean Canvas model to connecting with local experts and resources, to crafting a compelling Elevator Pitch, and creating an impactful Pitch Deck, Startup Bootcamp covers it all!

With expert guidance and mentorship support throughout the weekend, attendees will leave equipped with a solid game plan for their startup. Here is a snippet of the curriculum and schedule:

AGENDA

Friday, May 3: Kick-Off - Network with other founders and pitch your business idea.

• 6:00 pm - Dinner & Networking
• 6:30 pm - Welcome & Kickoff!
• 7:00 pm - Elevator Pitch Workshop
• 8:30 pm - Wrap Up

Saturday, May 4: Building Solutions - Dive deep into building your Lean Canvas, receive mentorship guidance from local industry experts, and learn to create your “Side-Deck - Slide-Deck”.

• 9:30 am - Breakfast & Networking
• 10:00 am - Kickoff + Participant Elevator Pitches
• 10:30 am - Lean Canvas Lab
• 1:00 pm - Working Lunch
• 2:00 pm - Talking to Humans Workshop
• 3:00 pm - Mentorship
• 5:00 pm - Wrap Up

Sunday, May 5: Presentations - Complete Lean Canvas & Side-Deck - Slide-Deck, give final pitch presentations, network, and celebrate!

• 9:30 am - Breakfast & Networking
• 10:00 am - Kickoff + Participant Elevator Pitches
• 10:30 am - Crash Course in Pitching Workshop
• 12:30 pm - Working Lunch
• 2:00 pm - Pitch Practice Breakouts
• 3:00 pm - Mentorship
• 5:00 pm - Wrap Up + Thank You!

This event is free and open to the community, but it's specially tailored for those in the ideation phase, with a burning business idea waiting to take flight. Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey!