How to Come Up with a Great Startup Idea

Thinking of starting a company but unsure where the best ideas come from? The foundation of any successful startup is a great idea that solves a real problem in a unique way.

On November 18th, 2025 (6 PM – 7:30 PM), join us at Trinity Western University’s Richmond (Minoru) campus (Room 319) for an insightful talk designed for anyone eager to find that winning startup concept:

“How to Come Up with a Great Startup Idea”

The journey to launching a startup starts with the right idea—but not just any idea. Many aspiring founders get stuck or rush into ideas without validating their potential impact or market fit. This session will guide you through practical methods to generate, assess, and refine ideas that can turn into successful ventures. Learn how to avoid common traps like chasing trendy ideas without substance or building solutions without a clear market need.

Kenneth Ip is an active startup advisor and startup community builder. With years of hands-on experience running incubator and accelerator programs, mentoring founders and helping early-stage companies navigate startup launching challenges, Kenneth has seen firsthand what distinguishes successful startups from those that stall.

He’s passionate about equipping the next generation of founders with practical, no-fluff insights that come from real-world trenches.

(Find more about Kenneth’s background on his LinkedIn profile. )

✔ Proven techniques to generate innovative and viable startup ideas
✔ How to identify real problems worth solving
✔ Strategies to validate your idea before investing resources
✔ The founder mindset that fuels creativity and resilience
✔ Practical next steps to bring your idea closer to reality

Who Should Attend
Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking their first startup idea
Early-stage founders refining their concept
Students and professionals exploring entrepreneurship

Limited Seats – Reserve Yours Today
This valuable seminar has limited seating. If ready to move from inspiration to action in your startup journey, book your spot now.

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