Entrepreneurship
from Idea to Impact
Our programs help entrepreneurs discover, validate, and grow — with practical tools and expert guidance every step of the way.
No entrepreneur should build alone. NIIC’s early-stage programs combine coaching, community, and accountability to help founders turn ideas into businesses.
Discovery Workshop
Start Here
The Discovery Workshop is your first step as an innovator. In a guided, interactive session, NIIC coaches help you identify real customer needs, test your assumptions, and define your path forward.
Includes:
- Personalized next-step plan
- Hands-on, 2-session or day format
- Problem discovery and validation tools
Women’s Business Center
designed for women building businesses at every stage
The Women’s Business Center (WBC) empowers women entrepreneurs across Northeast Indiana through one-on-one coaching, group masterminds, and hands-on workshops.
Whether you’re launching a side hustle, growing an existing business, or sustaining long-term success, our coaches help you find clarity, accountability, and connection.
Key Highlights:
- Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Strategy
- Peer Mastermind and Group Coaching
- Workshops that blend learning and networking
- Bilingual Support (English / Español)
- Backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Coaching & Mentorship
Coaching that Grows With You
After your workshop, work one-on-one with NIIC coaches and mentors to continue your journey. Our partnerships with SCORE and regional experts mean you’ll have the right advice at the right time — from first sale to scaling success.