Phase 1 – Discovery

Designed for teams and individuals ready to initiate their impact journey, this phase allows them to better understand an issue and its challenges, to map the landscape and the ecosystem in which it is situated, and to build concrete solutions for lasting impact.

Whether you are involved in education, health, the environment, culture or any other social dimension, this program is the ideal springboard for those who want to make an impact while keeping their mission at the top of their priorities

Duration

5 weeks – 5-7h / week

Questions? Contact us!

Next Session

May 7, 2024

Application Deadline

April 23, 2024

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Explore
ambitious
solutions

The first phase of the aspiring changemakers’ journey is based on systems mapping – 5 weeks of 1:1 workshops and coaching tailored to needs and development goals. Access free workspaces, an engaged community and frequent events designed to give aspiring changemakers the opportunity to get involved in a concrete movement

Objectives of
the Discovery phase

Map &
Analyze

In depth exploration of the problem to be solved and the ecosystem in which it exists

Learn systemic thinking

Analyze opportunities

Design &
Build

Define the roadmap and next steps of the project

Generate solutions and iterate

Network
& Community

Grow your network of like minded peers and coaches

Access sector specific events

Admission requirements

  • Have the desire to engage with a social or environmental issue
  • A strong dedication to the project and ability to be comfortable with risk and the unknown
  • Having a co-founder would be ideal, but not mandatory

Balsam is committed to supporting the creation of regenerative ecosystems. Our program is completely free and open to all

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full program

Phase 1

Develop
an idea

Understand a social or environmental problem and its challenges, map its environment, imagine concrete solutions

Discovery

Phase 2

Validate
the project

Define the target market, develop a deeper understanding of the issues, design a business model to build a viable business

Validation

Phase 3

Take
action

Launch and realize your project to achieve your goals and take your place in an ecosystem of change.

Launch

Phase 4

Scale your
impact

Develop new markets through an international network of resources, committed partners, and investors

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“You have the bigger picture in mind, but you don't always see it. Having somebody there as a third party who knows what you're doing is invaluable.”

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Julie Guyard,

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Night Picker

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“I was in a supportive environment with other entrepreneurs who were having a hard time. I didn't feel so bad that I've been working on this thing for 10 years!”

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Janet Torge,

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Radical Resthomes

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“The program is structured around trying to find product-market fit by talking to your clients. The range of tools that we were provided helped us get the best out of the conversations.”

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Jose Zea,

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Arkange Ai

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