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InnovateNOW

Published on February 3, 2026

InnovateNOW

3 Day Entrepreneurship Workshop for High School Students

An In-Person Event

InnovateNOW Pre-College Entrepreneurship Workshop

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Build. Innovate. Lead.

Hands-on programs that turn ideas into real-world impact. Designed for students ready to think bigger.

From Ideas to Impact

Learn by doing, not just listening. Create, collaborate, and solve real problems.

Future-Ready Learning

Where curiosity meets action. Skills, mindset, and mentorship for tomorrow’s leaders.

6th to 10th July 2026

9 AM to 3 PM IST

Early Bird Fee: INR 50,000 + GST

8th - 12th

Neev Academy, Bangalore

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A special course fee of INR 35000 + GST is available exclusively for the Early Bird 2nd Nov 2025

About the Workshop

InnovateNow

5 Day Entrepreneurship Workshop for High School Students in Grades 8th to 12th.

Join Our Exclusive Cohort!

Join an exclusive cohort for a close-knit learning experience with personalised attention and mentorship.

A Transformative Journey for Future Leaders

Engage in immersive learning, mentorship, and real-world projects to gain practical skills and confidence to excel.

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Do Any Of These Apply To You?

If you nodding your head right now, we’ve got just the workshop for you! Keep Scrolling to know details!

You are a student who seeks to enhance their portfolio for future college admissions.

You want to hone your networking skills.

You are a student who seeks to develop an entrepreneurial mindset.

Modules

What will you learn?

Module 1: Idea Generation

Stimulate creativity, understand idea generation, and draw inspiration from others. students are equipped with tools and techniques for an innovative mindset.

Module 2: Market Research

Conduct market research, analyze competitors, and transform ideas into reality. Students are taught techniques for idea testing, refinement, and selection.

Module 3: Design Thinking

Think creatively and logically, and to experiment, absorb strategies from mentors for testing and aiming for the perfect end-user product/service.

Module 4: Business Model

Develop a business blueprint for their startup idea, students delve into aspects like target markets, competition, expenses, pricing, and other business canvas elements.

KNOW YOUR MENTOR

Daniel McQuade

Former Columbia Business School Instructor, Venture for All, Columbia-Harlem Small Business Development Center

Daniel McQuade is a dynamic senior marketing and business development executive with deep expertise in branding, digital strategy, and business development. As a serial entrepreneur and founder of four innovative companies, Daniel leverages social, digital, and emerging technologies to foster sustainable growth. His commitment to social impact is reflected in his leadership of Corporate Social Responsibility programs, which have provided over $7 million in grants supporting education, health, and wellness initiatives nationwide. He is also an award-winning educator, serving as an adjunct lecturer and program director at Columbia Business School's Venture for All Program and the SBDC Harlem, where he has developed groundbreaking courses. He is recognized for his engaging teaching style and has earned universal acclaim for his practical and visionary approach to instruction, inspiring students to become future innovators and leaders. Daniel continues to drive thought leadership and social responsibility, garnering praise as a respected thought leader and visionary within academia and the industry.

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Take the First Step Toward Your Next Big Opportunity!

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After attending the program, I gained a whole new perspective on entrepreneurship, not only regarding fundraising or other aspects but also about adding value to ideas and creating a positive impact on people's lives.