Pragmatic Entrepreneurship
ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER WITH OUR IN-PERSON, IMMERSIVE LABS. EXPLORE ENTREPRENEURIAL TOPICS, BUILD YOUR NETWORK, AND GAIN PRAGMATIC INSIGHTS THROUGH RIGOROUS STUDY AND ENLIGHTENING EXCURSIONS.
What is Pragmatic Entrepreneurship?
Pragmatic Entrepreneurship is a six-month immersive lab that embodies a practical and results-driven approach to starting and growing businesses, focusing on realistic strategies, hands-on experience, and adaptability to navigate the complexities of the entrepreneurial journey.
For entrepreneurs seeking to accelerate their careers, we offer immersive, cohort-based labs where learners explore topics ranging from the entrepreneurial mindset and opportunity finding to applying innovation, presentations, and business launching. Beyond a simple classroom and outside the typical degree/credit programs, we explore real-life entrepreneurial topics facilitated by real-life entrepreneurs with in-person excursions (see excursions) to deepen understanding and provide practical insights.
We Serve...
The Aspiring Entrepreneur
- Individuals eager to start their own ventures.
- Motivated by the desire to build something of their own.
- Seeking practical skills and guidance to navigate the entrepreneurial journey.
The Unexpected Entrepreneur
- Professionals thrust into entrepreneurship unexpectedly due to circumstances like layoffs or career shifts.
- Motivated by the need to adapt and thrive in new roles.
- Seeking support and resources to navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship with confidence.
The Intrapreneur
- Professionals within existing organizations looking to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset.
- Motivated by the desire to drive innovation and make an impact within their company.
- Seeking strategies and tools to foster intrapreneurial initiatives and lead change effectively.
The Second Career Entrepreneur
- Seasoned professionals with a long career of business success.
- Excited to explore a second, perhaps post-corporate, entrepreneurial career, but uncertain how to start.
- Seeking practical knowledge on the entrepreneurial mindset and how to leverage previous corporate experiences.
Explore Who We Serve
The Aspiring Entrepreneur: Maya
Background: Maya, a recent college graduate with a business administration degree, has always dreamed of starting her own technology company. However, she finds herself lacking practical experience and knowledge in entrepreneurship.
Motivation: Maya’s unwavering passion for innovation propels her towards a singular goal: making a profound impact in the tech industry. Eager to learn, she is poised to take calculated risks and embark on her entrepreneurial journey.
Goals: Maya’s vision transcends mere ambition; she yearns to disrupt a stagnant industry with groundbreaking solutions. Her ultimate aspiration is to launch her business, introduce a revolutionary product she has been thinking about, and etch her name among the revered entrepreneurs of her field.
Needs: Maya recognizes that she requires more than mere dreams to realize her aspirations. She is eager for hands-on guidance and mentorship, seeking practical business planning, marketing, and fundraising expertise to transform her startup idea into a tangible success story.
The Unexpected Entrepreneur: Tom
Background: Tom has been working in the advertising industry for over a decade and recently found himself unexpectedly laid off due to company downsizing. With a young family, this sudden change has forced him to seriously reevaluate his career path and consider entrepreneurship as a new opportunity.
Motivation: Tom is motivated by the need to adapt and thrive in adversity. He sees entrepreneurship as a chance to take control of his future, engage in his young kids’ lives, and create something meaningful outside the corporate world.
Goals: Tom’s primary goal is to leverage his skills and experience to launch his marketing consultancy firm. He aims to build a successful business that excels in innovative, technology-rich marketing solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Needs: Tom needs support and resources to navigate the challenges of starting a business from scratch. He seeks guidance on business planning, client acquisition, and financial management to ensure the success of his new venture.
The Intrapreneur: Sarah
Background: Sarah is a marketing manager at a large consumer goods company. She is passionate about innovation. She is known for her creative thinking and ability to identify new opportunities for growth within the company.
Motivation: Sarah is motivated by the desire to drive innovation and significantly impact her organization. She sees herself as a change agent and wants to spearhead initiatives, take on more responsibility, and drive the company forward.
Goals: Sarah’s primary goal is to launch a new product line targeting a niche market segment that she has identified as having significant growth potential. She aims to lead a cross-functional team to develop and launch the product successfully in a timely fashion.
Needs: Sarah needs strategies and tools to foster an entrepreneurial mindset – one she can share with her team – and gain buy-in from senior leadership for her innovative ideas. She seeks a better understanding of product innovation, market sizing, financial projections, and presentations to execute her vision effectively.
The Second Career Entrepreneur: David
Background: David is an experienced professional with a long corporate career, having worked in various leadership roles in finance and management. However, he feels disillusioned by the limitations of the traditional corporate environment and seeks to understand today’s dynamic business landscape better.
Motivation: David is motivated by a desire for personal growth and professional rejuvenation. He recognizes the need to adapt to new business paradigms and stay relevant in an ever-evolving marketplace.
Goals: David’s primary goal is to understand modern business practices and entrepreneurial concepts better. He aims to leverage his extensive business experience and knowledge to explore new opportunities for growth and innovation.
Needs: David needs resources and support to bridge the gap between his traditional corporate background and the demands of today’s entrepreneurial world. He seeks practical insights and guidance to navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship and reinvigorate his career trajectory.
Why Pragmatic Entrepreneurship?
Certificate in Pragmatic Entrepreneurship, grounded in a robust catalog of entrepreneurial skills and mindsets, represents the experiences and knowledge base most sought after in the market.
Practical strategies and hands-on experiences that directly apply to real-world entrepreneurship challenges, providing actionable insights for success.
Immersive labs and experiential activities in a dynamic learning environment where entrepreneurs can gain practical skills and test their ideas in a supportive setting.
Guidance and mentorship to address the specific needs and goals of each entrepreneur, helping them navigate obstacles and seize opportunities effectively.
Cohort model of like-minded individuals, offering valuable networking opportunities and collaboration possibilities with fellow entrepreneurs, mentors, and industry experts.
A wide range of topics essential for entrepreneurial success, including mindset, opportunity identification, innovation, marketing, and financial management, providing a comprehensive toolkit for growth.
As a Pragmatic Entrepenuership alum, you’ll gain access to the Pragmatic Entrepreneurship private Facebook group, as well as exclusive in-person events and supplementary labs.
Meet Our Founder
Founded in 2024 by Ron Brumbarger, Pragmatic Entrepreneurship exists to prepare entrepreneurs to start, expand, and thrive in entrepreneurial endeavors.
Ron has spent decades founding numerous successful businesses, including the Indiana-based technology firm Bitwise Solutions, where he served as president and CEO for 27 years. Through his own extensive experience as an entrepreneur, Ron saw a need to pass that experience on to others.
His passion for equipping others to pursue endeavors that excite them led him to found the award-winning Apprentice University, as well as mentor many young professionals who have gone on to have incredibly successful careers. In addition, Ron has facilitating workshops globally, and authored books like You’re Always Being Interviewed. Pragmatic Entrepreneurship is simply a continuation of that passion to equip others with the tools they need for successful entrepreneurship.
Next Cohort Dates
The next Pragmatic Entrepreneurship cohort starts on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024 in Carmel, IN! Additional details:
- Lab dates– Cohort begins May 8th, 2024, and concludes in December, 2024.
- Labs meet weekly from 8:00–10:00 am on Wednesdays in person, in Carmel, IN.
- Registration closes May 3rd, 2024
- Tuition for the six-month cohort is $2,995, or two for $4,995. Scholarships available.
- Tuition for early bird registrations before April 12th is $2,495.
- Labs run on the “buddy system”–members are paired with other members
- Members are expected to mentor a third party who also has assignments
- Remote labs include excursions to local (Indianapolis), regional, and potentially international, like-minded businesses
Excursions
Reading about entrepreneurial success stories is helpful. Meeting fellow entrepreneurs is nice. In-person experience of successful pragmatic-minded entrepreneurial endeavors–priceless. Through regional, national, and [potentially] international excursions, cohort members will engage with fellow cohort members and entrepreneurs who possess unique, entrepreneurial stories of their endeavors.
