Brian understands how to distill big ideas into actionable products — he’s got a 6th sense for understanding what people want. Any early stage startup that works with him will be miles ahead of where they would be working on their idea alone. Tacklebox saved me tons of time and tons of money. Probably thousands of dollars building a more refined prototype. I’m really grateful for how that turned out, and for the next idea, I have a set path for how to going about building a product from prototype to finish…

— Jonathan Stidd, Co-Founder Ridge Growth Agency

Are you a hustler or tend to like things handed to you? Do you have time to commit to building a business? Finally, are you open-minded enough to try new things and experiment?

If yes to all, join Tacklebox. You will learn how to build a business period. I’ve started businesses before, helped other startups get funding and grow, and ran product teams for many years for several companies and I still found ton of value with Tacklebox.

— Tony Lew, Founder of CoSolo

Tacklebox forces you to ask questions and consider some things up front that many founders naturally put off until late in their startup journey. Most people go too quickly from their idea toward trying to build the product related to their idea. Tacklebox ensures that you ask the right questions to make sure you are heading down the right path with regards to your idea. Many people chase their ideas because they know that there is a gap in the market, but by avoiding some of these questions up-front, a lot of people end up heading in the wrong direction.

— Evan Waldenberg, Junk in Your Trunk

The roundtable discussions with other alumni and guest speakers are the single most important part of Tacklebox. It’s incredible how much you learn from other entrepreneurs that are going through the same process and, at the same time, how much accountability comes with sharing your weekly milestones with the rest of the class.

— Luis C. Gamardo, Leafwell

After Tacklebox, my company’s messaging and story really crystallized. This was not due to writing and re-writing elevator pitch copy, but by testing, learning, and sharpening through following the Tacklebox framework.

— Ramona Ramadas, Founder of New Trails Navigators

Going through Tacklebox twice and deciding not to pursue either idea made it clear that it’s an invaluable investment. Through the workshops I learned a ton about product/market fit, finding the right audience to sell to and more - all pieces of the startup puzzle that I utilize on a daily basis now as I hunt for the next idea. Brian has crafted a program that not only helps first time entrepreneurs bring their idea to market, but it also provides key benefits in helping entrepreneurs understand why they maybe shouldn’t, providing key learnings along the way for all involved.

— Nick Rovisa, Director, Business Development at Rain

We had smart discourse and effective strategy sessions with our mentors. Tacklebox provided valuable resources that we continue to use to make decisions and iterate.

Tacklebox was one of the most valuable things I've done (and I've done a bunch of cool shit). I'll definitely and highly recommend - proud to be an alum.

— Shelley Zhao, Christopher James & Debbie Shiwbalak, Founders of Scoop

Tacklebox held me accountable, and made me do things that I probably wouldn't have done without someone making me. I likely wouldn't have made as much progress as quickly as I have without the help of Tacklebox.

—Rachael Dimit, Senior Manager of Consumer Research at Foot Locker

It's like a crash course on the most neglected stage of startups: actually getting shit going.

— Evan Moody, VP, Global Brand Strategy and Communications at Dentsu Aegis Network

It just made me look at problems that I have and think through solutions to try. I didn’t realize I had those problems with user acquisitions, engagement and messaging.

The benefit is it’s very focused on customer acquisition which is the MOST important component to any startup. Tacklebox helps you break down and understand what you need to do in order to short term, acquire and long term grow your customer base.

— Alina Bonsell, Founder at Yofimed