Turn a Bold Idea into a
Big Opportunity

Beyond Ideation is BBOP Center’s flagship entrepreneur development program to inspire, equip, and prepare Women of Color entrepreneurs to explore and validate an idea they are confident enough to pitch.

INFORMATION SESSION

May 12th & June 4th | 11:00 am-11:45 am PST

10-WEEKS

Online Cohort Based Program

LIVE INSTRUCTION

Expert guidance. Real results.

OFFICE HOURS

Drop in. Get clarity. Keep building

You Have the Spark—Let’s Make It Shine

If you’ve been sitting on a powerful idea and you’re not sure where to begin, Beyond Ideation is your next step. This guided program helps you go from concept to pitch, equipping you with the confidence, tools, and community support to move your idea forward.

This is your launchpad for intentional entrepreneurship, where you build the mindset, sharpen your skills, and gain the clarity needed to pursue your business journey with purpose. The program culminates in the BIG IDEAS Pitch Competition, giving you the spotlight and support to elevate your validated concept.

With the BBOP Center’s full investment in Women of Color entrepreneurs, this program is offered at no cost to those who participate.

Join an Online Info Session

A 10-week virtual experience for early-stage Women of Color entrepreneurs ready to explore, validate, and pitch their business ideas.

Explore

Clarify your vision and identify the real-world problems you feel are worth solving.

✔ Frame Your Mindset

✔ Map Your Ideas Effectively

✔ Conduct Competitive Analysis

Validate

Gather feedback and test your assumptions before you begin building your business model.

✔ Interview Real Customers

✔ Rapidly Test Your Ideas

✔ Iterate and Improve Your Solution

Pitch

Tell your story powerfully to show the world, why your idea matters.

✔ Build Your Pitch Deck

✔ Create a Compelling Video

✔ Qualify for BIG IDEAS Competition

Who This Program Is For

Aspiring Women of Color entrepreneurs who are early in their journey—curious, creative, and ready to explore the process of entrepreneurship.

Week 1

Entrepreneur Foundations

Clarify your values, purpose, and vision—and shift from curiosity to capability with a personal manifesto that grounds your journey.

Week 6

Pitch Deck Content Development

Develop clear, compelling content for your pitch deck—focused on structure, strategy, and storytelling.

Week 2

Mapping Opportunities & Competitive Landscapes

Spot real-world problems that matter to you, map current solutions, and uncover meaningful opportunities for innovation.

Week 7

Final Refinements & Submission Prep

Polish your pitch deck, record your video, write your concept paper, and submit your complete package with confidence.

Week 3

Customer Discovery Essentials

Learn how to engage your community, conduct insightful interviews, and uncover needs that shape what you build.

Week 8

Semi-Finals Preparation & Resources

Use judge feedback, new tools, and targeted support to refine your materials and prepare for investor-style questions.

Week 4

Designing Solutions & Testing Assumptions

Translate insights into early solutions, identify core assumptions, and run small experiments to learn what works.

Week 9

Finalist Mentorship & Advanced Support

Work with expert coaches to sharpen your delivery, build confidence, and own your voice and message.

Week 5

Pivoting & Storytelling

Reflect, refine, or pivot your idea based on real feedback—then start shaping your story and value proposition.

Week 10

BIG IDEAS Pitch Competition

Take the stage to present your big idea live. Celebrate your journey, receive feedback, and connect to what's next.

BIG IDEAS Pitch Competition Finale

Selected participants will Compete for:

Non-dilutive Cash Awards
Startup Toolkit and Services
Access to Follow-On Venture Support

Join an Online Info Session

What if the highest-performing, most scalable investments lie in the women traditional markets have ignored—those from divested communities who’ve been underestimated, undervalued, and shut out of capital, tech, and networks? At BBOP, we don’t do charity, we unlock this untapped potential and transform it into unstoppable economic power."

BLACK AND BROWN OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROFIT CENTER

Turn a Bold Idea into a
Big Opportunity

INFORMATION SESSION

10-WEEKS

LIVE INSTRUCTION

OFFICE HOURS

You Have the Spark—Let’s Make It Shine

Join an Online Info Session

A 10-week virtual experience for early-stage Women of Color entrepreneurs ready to explore, validate, and pitch their business ideas.

Explore

Validate

Pitch

Who This Program Is For

Week 1

Week 6

Week 2

Week 7

Week 3

Week 8

Week 4

Week 9

Week 5

Week 10

BIG IDEAS Pitch Competition Finale

Join an Online Info Session

Dr. Kim Carter-Tillman, Founder and President

TRANSFORMATION STARTS HERE

WE envision a world where WE can create generational wealth & opportunities for women of color.

Visit Us Today!

BLACK AND BROWN OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROFIT CENTER

Turn a Bold Idea into a Big Opportunity

INFORMATION SESSION

10-WEEKS

LIVE INSTRUCTION

OFFICE HOURS

You Have the Spark—Let’s Make It Shine

Join an Online Info Session

A 10-week virtual experience for early-stage Women of Color entrepreneurs ready to explore, validate, and pitch their business ideas.

Explore

Validate

Pitch

Who This Program Is For

Week 1

Week 6

Week 2

Week 7

Week 3

Week 8

Week 4

Week 9

Week 5

Week 10

BIG IDEAS Pitch Competition Finale

Join an Online Info Session

Dr. Kim Carter-Tillman, Founder and President

TRANSFORMATION STARTS HERE

WE envision a world where WE can create generational wealth & opportunities for women of color.

Visit Us Today!

Turn a Bold Idea into a
Big Opportunity