Hosted by The Wright Village
🔥 Build What Our Communities Need
What change do you want to help create? Whether you care about sustainability, financial access, youth empowerment, or tech for social good — The Wright Start is your chance to turn bold ideas into real ventures.
This 54-hour immersive experience brings together aspiring entrepreneurs, creatives, and problem-solvers to develop impactful business concepts and pitch them to a panel of community mentors.
No experience needed. Just your vision, voice, and energy.
💡 What You’ll Do:
- Form a team
- Choose a real-world challenge to solve
- Work with experienced mentors & coaches
- Develop your idea into a viable business concept
- Pitch your solution for feedback and support
- Network with other changemakers across the Triangle
🌍 Weekend Themes:
Explore ideas in areas such as:
- 🖤 Health Equity
- 💸 Access to Financial Services
- 🌱 Sustainable Food Systems
- 📚 Youth & Education Transformation
- 🏘 Affordable Housing
- ♻️ Green Entrepreneurship
- 💻 Tech for Social Good
🎯 Who Should Attend?
- Aspiring entrepreneurs & first-time founders
- Nonprofit professionals & community organizers
- Techies, creatives, strategists & problem-solvers
- Anyone with an idea (or passion) to make a difference
✅ What’s Included:
- Free meals & coffee all weekend
- Startup supplies & support tools
- Access to expert mentors
- A Restorative breakout activity
- Pitch showcase on Sunday
- A dope kick back celebration event on Saturday night
- Opportunity to continue in The Wright Village’s Sustainable Business Incubator
Participants will also have the opportunity to work closely with experienced mentors, who will provide guidance and support as they develop their ideas. The weekend will culminate in a pitch competition, where participants will have the chance to present their business ideas to a panel of expert judges, and investors and compete for valuable prizes.
Join us and take the first step towards turning your innovative ideas into a reality!
🎟 Space is limited — reserve your spot today!
Come solo or with a friend — teams will be formed at the event.
Open to all industries and experience levels.
Must be 18 or older to participate.