Don't navigate the startup world alone.
StartingBlock's Level Set program is an intense 6 week program designed to help you build and validate a business model. Offered multiple times per year, we help you explore the pros and cons of different business models, model revenue and get real world feedback on your ideas.
WHO
If you...
want to explore an idea
are thinking about starting a company
have a side hustle you want to take full time
are thinking about quitting your day job
then Level Set is the right fit for you.
WHAT
We'll examine your business through the lens of the Lean Canvas, an iteration of the Business Model Canvas. We will stress test your business in 3 different areas, looking for areas that need de-risking. By participating in feedback sessions and sharing our thinking, we'll get a broader view on how the moving parts of a successful business work together.
WHEN
2026 schedule:
Feb 3rd, 2-4pm (Tues)
Apr 1st, 12:30-2:30 (Weds)
June 2nd, 10am-12p (Tues)
Sept 9th , 6-8pm (Weds nights, VIRTUAL COHORT)
Oct 20th , 12:30-2:30 (Tues)
Cohorts meet once a week for 6 consecutive weeks (excluding holidays)
Classes are 1.5-2 hours in length
All classes are held at StartingBlock (except the virtual cohort)
WHERE
Virtual cohort will meet online
In person cohort will meet at StartingBlock Madison
821 E Washington Ave, Madison WI
QUESTIONS
Beth at beth@startingblockmadison.org
2026 calendar now live!
