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Consulting | Digital Innovation | Brand Systems | Growth Strategy

How might we build a clear system to determine which brands shaping youth culture are truly digitally sophisticated and which are simply great at marketing?

FOES
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ABOUT THE PROJECT

Many companies know they need to improve digitally. 

They want better websites, smarter social media, stronger community engagement, and more data-driven decision-making. But most businesses do not have a clear way to define what “good” looks like. They compare themselves to competitors who may also be behind, or assume they need massive budgets to compete.

At the same time, some of the most effective digital execution today is happening at culturally relevant brands that young people genuinely care about. These brands move quickly, understand their audience deeply, communicate clearly, and create cohesive experiences across social media, websites, and commerce. Meanwhile, some large legacy brands feel disconnected and slow.

In this project, you will help Foes reverse-engineer what digitally mature brands are doing differently. Your goal is to design a practical framework that can evaluate how well any brand operates digitally, and then apply it to real companies. The output should help businesses clearly understand what strong digital execution looks like and how to move toward it.

DESIRED OUTPUT

Your task is to create a Digital Brand Evaluation Framework that reveals which youth-focused brands are truly digitally sophisticated and which are just good at marketing.

You will design your own evaluation system and apply it to real brands to uncover what separates strong digital operators from surface-level marketing.

*Note: Start with Level 1. These are the core deliverables.
Level 2 is optional and allows you to go deeper and produce a more advanced strategic output.

Level 1 (Core)

1. Brand Analysis

Select 5–8 culturally relevant brands.

For each brand, analyze:

  • Digital product experience
  • Technology integration
  • Data usage or personalization
  • Operational sophistication visible to users
  • Strengths and gaps

Be specific. Use observable examples.

2. Digital Evaluation Framework

Develop a 4–6 dimension evaluation framework based on patterns you observe across your selected brands.

Your framework must:

  • Be derived from your analysis, not adapted from an existing off-the-shelf model
  • Clearly define each dimension
  • Explain why each dimension matters in distinguishing true digital capability

For at least two of your dimensions, include a specific example from one of your chosen brands.

3. Insights & Improvement

Using your framework:

  • Identify which brands demonstrate true digital sophistication
  • Highlight where perception does not match underlying capability

Then, select one brand and:

  • Identify three high-impact improvement priorities based on your evaluation
  • Briefly explain why these priorities would most improve its position within your framework

Your recommendations must clearly connect to your evaluation dimensions.

Level 2 (Optional)

Digital Operating System Blueprint

Building on your framework and brand analysis, design a high-level Digital Operating System Blueprint for a modern youth-focused brand.

Your blueprint should:

  • Define the core systems that power digitally mature brands (data, product, personalization, experimentation, infrastructure, etc.)
  • Show how these systems connect and reinforce each other
  • Outline what leadership must prioritize to build this level of sophistication
  • Identify common failure points or blind spots

The goal is to demonstrate how digital maturity is built intentionally, not accidentally.

Strong submissions will feel structured, forward-looking, and commercially grounded.

RESOURCES, TOOLS, & OTHER INFORMATION

You do not need to use all of these. These are starting points.

  1. Foes Website
  2. Similarweb
    Use this to estimate traffic sources, engagement, and performance patterns.
  3. Meta Ad Library
    View how brands structure messaging and campaigns.
  4. Google PageSpeed Insights
    Evaluate website performance and technical execution.
  5. Shopify BuiltWith Lookup
    See what tools and technologies brands use behind the scenes.
  6. Miro Digital Strategy Canvas Template (Free)
    Helpful for organizing your framework or analysis visually.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

We’re Foes. 

We help businesses run better by fixing what’s broken or outdated. 

Sometimes that means rebuilding their marketing campaigns. Other times it’s improving how their sales team works, setting up new software systems, or building reports so company leaders can see what’s actually happening in their business. 

Our clients are usually growing companies that have good ideas but struggle to execute them. Or they’ve hit a wall and can’t figure out what’s stopping them from getting bigger. 

We don’t just give advice and leave. 

We work side-by-side with their teams for a year or more, and we measure everything against real outcomes like revenue growth and cost savings.

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Go To Market Strategy | Health-Tech | Market Validation | Venture Capital

How might we design a focused go-to-market strategy that helps NerView win early clinical customers and strengthen its case to future investors?

NERVIEW SURGICAL – GTM
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ABOUT THE PROJECT

Building a new medical technology is complex. Beyond the device itself, we must consider that buying decisions vary depending on the setting, such as hospitals versus Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs), and who is involved. In some cases, surgeons drive adoption. In others, administrators or operators make the final decision.

Beyond cost savings, hospitals and clinics also care about revenue, efficiency, and differentiation. New technology must show how it can improve operating room throughput, enable higher-value procedures, or attract more referrals, without making clinical claims.

In this project, you will take on the role of a go-to-market analyst. Your job is to help NerView understand who to target first, how to communicate value clearly to different decision-makers, and how this strategy supports both early traction and future fundraising.

Think like a founder preparing for their next investor conversation: how does this plan show focus, momentum, and a path to scale?

DESIRED OUTPUT

Your task is to create a practical, evidence-based go-to-market (GTM) playbook that helps NerView decide how to acquire its first clinical customers and position itself for future fundraising.

You will step into the role of a go-to-market analyst, helping the leadership team understand who to sell to first, what messages will resonate, and how NerveSense can create real economic value for early customers.

*Note: Start with Level 1. These are the core deliverables you are expected to complete. 

Level 2 is optional and allows you to go deeper, challenge yourself, and deliver even more value for the business.

Level 1: Go-To-Market Playbook

Your Level 1 work should come together as a single, coherent GTM playbook. The goal is not to analyze everything, but to make clear, defensible early-stage decisions.

1. Buyer and Decision-Maker Strategy

Healthcare buying decisions vary by setting. Your first job is to decide where and who NerView should focus on first.

Step 1: Choose a starting setting
Decide whether NerView should start by targeting:

  • Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs), or
  • Hospitals

Briefly explain why this setting makes the most sense for an early-stage company.

Step 2: Choose a primary buyer
Within your chosen setting, identify the single most important decision-maker to focus on first. Examples include:

  • Surgeon
  • Surgeon-owner (ASC)
  • Operating room manager
  • Hospital administrator

Explain why this role is the most logical early buyer.

2. Value Message and Messaging Framework

Next, define how NerView should communicate value to this buyer.

Your work should include:

  • One clear, plain-language value message explaining how NerveSense helps this buyer
  • A short explanation of what this buyer cares about most (for example: efficiency, revenue, risk, reputation)
  • Supporting evidence using public data where possible

You are not making clinical or regulatory claims. Focus on business value and operational impact.

3. Value Creation and Early Customer Prioritization

Explain how NerveSense could create economic value for early customers, such as:

  • Increased operating room throughput
  • Optional add-ons during existing procedures
  • Differentiation that drives referrals or higher-complexity cases

Then, translate this into action:

  • Define 3–5 criteria that make a clinic or hospital a strong early target
  • Create a simple scoring or prioritization approach
  • Apply it to one example clinic or hospital and explain why it would be a strong early customer

Level 2 (Optional)

In this stretch, you will use your GTM playbook as the foundation for an investment decision.

Investor Evaluation Scenario

Imagine you are a venture capital investor reviewing NerView. You’ve been approached for $2 million in seed capital.

Your task is to evaluate NerView and its potential based on your research and the GTM plan, and decide if the company is investable.

Your deck should include:

  • A short slide outline (5–7 slides) answering:
    • Would you invest in NerView today? Why or why not?
    • How does the GTM strategy influence the investment case?
    • If your answer is no, what would need to be true for you to invest with confidence?
  • Key milestones or proof points you would want to see next

This should feel like a real VC-style evaluation, not a summary.

RESOURCES, TOOLS, & OTHER INFORMATION

You do not need to use all of these. These are starting points.

  1. Website
  2. MedPAC
  3. CMS Ambulatory Surgery Center Data
  4. Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI)
  5. Various state and provincial health authorities.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

NerView Surgical is an early-stage medical technology company building NerveSense, a non-invasive system designed to help surgeons visualize nerves during procedures. The goal is to reduce accidental nerve injuries, which can lead to chronic pain, loss of function, and the need for additional treatment for patients.

By giving surgeons better information during procedures, NerView aims to improve patient outcomes while also helping hospitals and clinics reduce complications, follow-up care, and legal and operational risk.

 

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Market Prioritization | Clinical Innovation | Health Systems | Care Delivery Strategy

How might we identify where nerve injury creates the greatest clinical and economic burden so NerView can focus on the procedures and regions that drive the most impact?

NERVIEW SURGICAL – GEO
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ABOUT THE PROJECT

Accidental nerve injury is a known risk across many types of surgery, but the risk and impact are not evenly distributed. Some procedures are performed at very high volume, some carry a higher nerve injury risk, and some lead to significant downstream consequences when injuries occur.

For an early-stage medical technology company, understanding where these factors overlap is critical. NerView does not need perfect data on everything. It needs a clear, evidence-based starting point that helps the team decide where NerveSense could make the biggest difference early on.

In this project, you will analyze public healthcare data to identify which procedures combine meaningful nerve injury risk with high case volume, and where those procedures are most concentrated geographically. You are not expected to have medical training. Your role is to analyze patterns, assess impact, and turn evidence into clear recommendations that support real healthcare decision-making.

DESIRED OUTPUT

Your task is to create a research-backed report that helps NerView prioritize early focus areas based on nerve injury burden.

*Note: Start with Level 1. These are the core deliverables you are expected to complete. 

Level 2 is optional and allows you to go deeper, challenge yourself, and deliver even more value for the business.

Level 1 Outputs

Your report should include:

  • Identification of surgical procedures or specialties with both high volume and meaningful nerve injury risk
  • A clear North America–focused view, with emphasis on U.S. data and transparent assumptions
  • Estimates of the overall impact, including direct medical costs, follow-up care, and legal or operational consequences, using public evidence
  • Identification of specific regions where these procedures are most common across North America

Level 2

Building on Level 1, include:

  • A simple “burden map” combining procedure type, volume, risk, and region
  • A short recommendation explaining which procedure–region combinations NerView should prioritize first, and why

RESOURCES, TOOLS, & OTHER INFORMATION

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

NerView Surgical is an early-stage medical technology company building NerveSense, a non-invasive system designed to help surgeons visualize nerves during procedures. The goal is to reduce accidental nerve injuries, which can lead to chronic pain, loss of function, and the need for additional treatment for patients.

By giving surgeons better information during procedures, NerView aims to improve patient outcomes while also helping hospitals and clinics reduce complications, follow-up care, and legal and operational risk.

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Commercial Strategy | AI Law | Contract Design | Negotiation

How might we structure a multi-year AI SaaS licensing agreement that protects intellectual property, pricing power, and long-term growth while closing a major enterprise deal?

Law Plus+
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ABOUT THE PROJECT

Law+ has been engaged to support a fast-growing Ontario AI startup preparing to enter into a significant multi-year licensing agreement with a mid-sized enterprise client.

The deal has real upside. It could accelerate growth, expand market credibility, and generate meaningful recurring revenue. Enterprise clients, however, often push for aggressive liability limits and expanded usage rights. One poorly negotiated clause could weaken the company’s control over its own technology.

Commercial contracts are not just legal documents. They are strategic tools. Every clause allocates risk, defines leverage, and shapes long-term outcomes.

In this project, you will step into the role of legal advisor to the startup. Through guided modules with your supervising lawyer, you will learn how commercial agreements are structured and how strong lawyers think about risk, control, and negotiation.

Your goal is not to write a long contract. Your goal is to design the legal backbone of the deal.

DESIRED OUTPUT

Your task is to design and defend the core legal architecture of this AI licensing deal.

A fast-scaling AI company is about to sign a major enterprise client. The deal could unlock serious growth. Poorly structured terms could weaken intellectual property, limit revenue, or expose the company to risk.

You will act as the startup’s legal advisor and design the key legal structure of the agreement.

Note: Start with Level 1. These are the core deliverables you are expected to complete. Level 2 is optional and allows you to go deeper and deliver more value.

Level 1 Output

Your submission should include:

A 1-page Deal Strategy Brief outlining:

  • What must be protected
  • The biggest risks in the deal
  • What is non-negotiable
  • Where flexibility is possible

Draft 5–6 core clauses, such as:

  • Intellectual property
  • Data rights
  • Payment terms
  • Warranties
  • Liability limits
  • Termination

A short explanation for each clause:

  • What risk it manages
  • Why it is structured this way

Level 2 Output (Optional)

Building on Level 1, include:

A negotiation brief for two key clauses explaining:

  • Likely pushback from the enterprise client
  • Your fallback position
  • What remains non-negotiable

RESOURCES, TOOLS, & OTHER INFORMATION

  •           A real-world example of a SaaS agreement structure. Review this to understand how              commercial technology agreements are organized and written.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Law+ is a modern legal services firm that advises growing companies on complex commercial agreements. The firm helps businesses structure contracts strategically, not just legally, so they can scale with confidence. Law+ operates on a transparent flat-fee model and works closely with founders navigating high-impact deals.

 

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Psychology | Nervous System Science | Mind-Body Connection | Experience Design

How might we design a free and accessible introduction to somatic therapy’s core principles that helps people understand how stress lives in the body and decide whether this approach is right for them?

Somatic Swell Counselling
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ABOUT THE PROJECT

Somatic approaches to healing are grounded in the understanding that trauma and chronic stress live not just in thoughts, but in the body and nervous system. For many adults, this way of working is unfamiliar. They may feel curious, but unsure about what somatic therapy involves, how it differs from talk therapy, or whether it is appropriate for them.

Somatic Swell Counselling wants to help people safely explore these ideas before beginning therapy. This project focuses on nervous system education, body awareness, and gentle self-exploration through somatic concepts. The goal is not treatment or diagnosis, but to help individuals build understanding, language, and curiosity around how somatic techniques work and when they may be helpful.

In this project, you will research somatic experiencing and related approaches, then translate what you learn into an accessible, ethical introduction for adults who have experienced trauma. You will think carefully about boundaries, consent, and clarity, and design an experience that helps users engage with somatic ideas in a safe, supportive way. By making somatic concepts easier to understand and experience, this work also supports Somatic Swell Counselling in connecting with people who may choose to continue their healing journey with professional support.

DESIRED OUTPUT

Your task is to design an introductory somatic education experience that helps adults understand and explore somatic techniques safely and ethically.

Note: Start with Level 1. These are the core deliverables you are expected to complete. Level 2 is optional and allows you to go deeper and deliver more value.

Level 1 Output

Your work should include:

  1. Research Summary
    • A clear, student-friendly overview of somatic experiencing and related somatic approaches
    • What types of challenges are these approaches commonly used for
    • How somatic therapy differs from traditional talk therapy
    • A brief, high-level look at how somatic practices are understood or used across different cultures
  2. Intro Experience Concept
    • A clear concept for an introductory experience (for example, a short video series, daily practice challenge, or mini course)
    • Who the experience is for and where they are in their healing journey
    • What users should understand or be able to reflect on by the end
    • Why this format supports safe exploration rather than passive learning
  3. Ethics, Boundaries, and Clarity
    • A clear explanation of what this resource is and is not
    • Simple, accessible disclaimers explaining that this is educational, not therapy
    • Guidance on when someone should seek professional support

Level 2 Outputs

Building on Level 1, translate your research into an applied health education experience that helps users safely engage with somatic concepts.

The goal is to produce something Somatic Swell Counselling could realistically publish or build from.

RESOURCES, TOOLS, & OTHER INFORMATION

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Somatic Swell Counselling is a Canadian counselling practice focused on supporting adults who have experienced trauma, chronic stress, or emotional overwhelm. The practice was previously known as Mind Ahead Counselling and has recently rebranded to reflect a more focused, body-based approach to healing.

The founder is trained in somatic-based approaches and is currently deepening her practice through Somatic Experiencing education. This work emphasizes nervous system awareness and regulation, helping clients understand how trauma and stress show up in the body. Somatic Swell Counselling aims to make these ideas more accessible to people who are curious about somatic therapy but unsure where to begin.

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Product Engineering | 3D Animation | Hardware Design | Visual Storytelling

How might we help people understand and get excited about CircuitWare’s electronic products by creating realistic 3D animations and images?

CircuitWare [CLOSED]
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ABOUT THE PROJECT

CircuitWare Inc. is a growing technology company specializing in providing customized hardware and software solutions to help businesses bring their ideas to life. Our small but dedicated team works closely with clients to develop innovative products, from designing smart devices and optimizing firmware to building backend applications. 

We have successfully delivered projects across industries, including consumer electronics and hospitality, by integrating advanced features like NFC technology and multi-language support. Our mission is to provide reliable, cost-effective solutions while ensuring a smooth journey from concept to completion.

DESIRED OUTPUT

Your task is to use Blender (open source 3D animation software) to create:

Level 1:

  • Detailed 3D Models – Realistic models of the PCBs and products with accurate dimensions, textures, and component placements.
  • Rendered Images – High-resolution images from multiple angles for use in marketing materials, technical documentation, and presentations.
  • Animation Videos – Engaging animations demonstrating product assembly, functionality, and key design features, making complex concepts easier to understand.

Level 2 – The above AND:

  • Tutorial Documentation – A  comprehensive guide detailing the process of creating 3D models, rendered images, and animations, including steps for exporting designs from KiCad and Fusion 360 to Blender, tips on adding realistic textures, and best practices for rendering and animation setup. This documentation should also include troubleshooting tips, common challenges, and solutions to help users efficiently create high-quality visuals.

RESOURCES, TOOLS, & OTHER INFORMATION

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

CircuitWare Inc. is a growing technology company specializing in providing customized hardware and software solutions to help businesses bring their ideas to life. Our small but dedicated team works closely with clients to develop innovative products, from designing smart devices and optimizing firmware to building backend applications. 

We have successfully delivered projects across industries, including consumer electronics and hospitality, by integrating advanced features like NFC technology and multi-language support. Our mission is to provide reliable, cost-effective solutions while ensuring a smooth journey from concept to completion.

 

Generative AI | Custom Chatbot | Digital Consulting | Prototype Development

How might we develop an industry-specific, generative AI chatbot, which can deliver contextualized responses from a knowledge base?

PRAKTIKAI [CLOSED]
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 ABOUT THE PROJECT

More and more companies want to build AI-powered chatbots that can answer questions and make information easier to access — whether for customers or employees. But for these chatbots to be truly useful, they need to understand the specific context of the business and give clear, accurate responses.

At PRAKTIKAI, we’ve already developed a basic internal version of this idea. Now, we want to take it further by creating a proof of concept (POC) – a working demo – for an industry-specific chatbot that could eventually become part of a larger product or service.

Your job will be to help build that POC. You’ll use tools like Microsoft Azure and OpenAI services to create a simple chatbot that can pull answers from a “knowledge base” — a set of articles or documents related to a specific industry. We’ll provide you with the knowledge base. The chatbot should be clear, helpful, and cost-effective.

DESIRED OUTPUT

Your task is to develop a working demo of a chatbot that:

  • Is able to leverage a knowledge base to provide context specific responses (you’ll be provided with the knowledge base).
  • Has been implemented using Microsoft OpenAI Services and Azure Foundry.
  • Is cost-effective.

RESOURCES, TOOLS, & OTHER INFORMATION

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

PRAKTIKAI is a new type of consultancy that drives value in businesses through data and
artificial intelligence without the hype. Our name is based on the Greek word for practicality or
‘putting things into practice’, and our approach is grounded in the same philosophy.

AI is in our name, but we are a full-service consulting organization with offerings spanning advisory services in artificial intelligence strategy to hands-on machine learning, data analytics, and business intelligence delivery work.

Financial Strategy Consulting | Policy Scenario Mapping | Renewable Energy Finance | Revenue Forecasting

How might we plan for the potential financial impact of U.S. policy changes to renewable incentives and adapt to protect future revenue?

Vanguard Solar Services [CLOSED]
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ABOUT THE PROJECT

Federal tax incentives play a major role in how residential solar projects are financially modelled and sold. They directly impact system affordability for homeowners, shape customer decision-making, and influence how companies like Vanguard structure pricing, contracts, and revenue forecasts.

The bill before the Senate in the U.S., informally called the “Big Beautiful Bill,” may introduce significant changes to how federal tax credits work. The Bill, in its current state, suggests an outright dissolution of the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for residential and commercial/industrial solar companies.

For solar providers, changes like these can create uncertainty and the possible destruction of thousands of jobs. Vanguard wants to stay ahead of the curve by understanding how these proposed updates might impact its residential business financially and how it should respond strategically if the bill is passed, by incorporating new services that create different revenue streams.

In this project, you’ll take on the role of a financial analyst or fractional CFO (Chief Financial Officer) supporting the leadership team. Your job is to break down what’s changing, assess the financial implications, and recommend three strategic actions the company could take.

DESIRED OUTPUT

Your task is to create a report that helps Vanguard Solar prepare for proposed changes to U.S. federal tax incentives for residential solar:

Your report should include:

Level 1

  1. A brief summary of current U.S. federal tax incentives for residential solar customers
  2. A short explanation of the potential changes proposed in the “Big Beautiful Bill”
  3. Three strategic recommendations Vanguard Solar could implement if the bill passes
    1. Each recommendation should clearly explain:
      1. What action the business should take
      2. Why it makes financial sense
      3. How it connects to the proposed policy changes

Level 2

  1. State-Level Incentives Check
    Briefly summarize relevant solar incentives in Colorado and two other states where Vanguard should focus their business based on existing and upcoming state-level tax incentives that could either strengthen or offset the federal changes.

 

RESOURCES, TOOLS, & OTHER INFORMATION

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Vanguard Solar Services is a Colorado-owned and operated company providing services to residential, commercial, municipal, and microgrid clients. Our goal is to help Colorado residents, businesses, and governments gain access to quality renewable energy. Our team has over 90 years of collective experience in the solar and roofing industries, which helps us ensure professional outcomes for each project. We are committed to providing customized and bespoke solutions. Vanguard guides clients through every step, from the initial inquiry to project completion and installation commissioning. 

We stand out in the Colorado and US market based on our focus on communication, speed, and customer service. Vanguard’s expertise provides customers with a thorough understanding of regulations, compliance, and installation options, ensuring a world-class solar installation experience each time. By utilizing industry-leading solar equipment to maximize power production, Vanguard can complement any project’s architectural style. Whether clients want to install a utility grid-tied solar installation or install a custom micro-grid, our experience helps bring these projects to life.

 

Sports Management | SaaS | Go-To-Market | Expansion Strategy

How might we identify the best new sport for our platform to expand into and develop a go-to-market strategy that positions us for success in that space?

Uplifter [CLOSED]
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ABOUT THE PROJECT

Our platform has found demand among sports that are structured, skill-based, and community-driven. We’ve built trusted partnerships in figure skating and gymnastics — now we’re ready to expand. With so many potential sports to explore, we need a focused, research-driven strategy to guide our next steps.

Your task is to identify which sports we should target next and how to approach them. You’ll research sports with similar traits — such as skill-based progression, seasonal events, and strong club networks — and recommend two that offer the best strategic fit. Consider factors like market size, operational needs, and openness to digital tools.

From there, you’ll create a go-to-market (GTM) strategy. Consider questions like: Who are the key decision-makers? What challenges do they face? How could our platform help? And how can we position ourselves to build trust and gain traction quickly?

This is a great opportunity for students interested in business, strategy, or sport to apply research and creative thinking to a real growth challenge.

DESIRED OUTPUT

Your final deliverable will be a Go-To-Market Strategy Report that includes:

  • Your recommendation for what 2 sports we should pursue next, with your rationale for each (including data/key insights to support your choices).
  • A breakdown of how the sport is organized (national bodies, clubs, event systems, etc.).
  • An overview of how they currently manage operations and what challenges/pain points they face.
  • An outreach strategy that will help us connect with key decision makers, build trust and credibility, and pitch our platform.

 

RESOURCES, TOOLS, & OTHER INFORMATION

  • Website
  • Uplifter team suggestions for initial sports to consider with strong participation and club structures.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

We are a leading sports technology company that helps sports organizations of all sizes manage their operations more effectively. Our all-in-one platform makes it easier for clubs and federations to handle things like membership, payments, event registration, and athlete development — helping them run smoothly and create better experiences for athletes, coaches, and administrators.

We’re already well-established in individual, skill-based sports like figure skating, gymnastics, cycling, athletics, and equestrian. These sports rely on structured programming, progression tracking, and regular events — and our tools help them deliver all of that more efficiently. Now, we’re looking to expand into new sports where we can make the same kind of impact.

 

Structural Engineering | Site-Specific Planning | Golf Infrastructure Design | Materials & Construction

How might we design a weather-resistant cover for our driving range that keeps it usable in more seasons without taking it out of use for too long during construction?

Shuswap Lake GC [CLOSED]
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ABOUT THE PROJECT

To get good at anything, you need to practice—and that’s especially true for the game of golf. Our members value the ability to fine-tune their game and sharpen their skills on the range, but here in British Colombia, the weather doesn’t always cooperate. Rain and snow can make our outdoor, uncovered driving range unusable for long stretches of the year, limiting our members’ ability to stay active and improve their game.

We’d like to explore a solution: building a covered structure over the driving range so that it can be used earlier in the spring and later into the fall. The goal is to keep members engaged as close to year-round as possible while making smart, efficient use of our space and budget.

Because we’re a small, community-focused course, we also want to avoid major disruptions during construction. Your job is to help us explore what this might look like from an engineering perspective, including how we could design a practical, cost-effective solution that enhances the member experience.

DESIRED OUTPUT

Your task is to create an engineering plan for building a covered structure over the driving range. Think like a project engineer and consider all the moving parts. Your plan should include:

  • A design or concept for what the cover could look like
  • What materials you’d use and why
  • How long the project would take from start to finish
  • An estimated budget
  • When in the year you’d build it to avoid disrupting the range as much as possible

You can show your ideas using drawings (hand-drawn or digital), 3D tools, and written explanations. The goal is to clearly explain your thinking and show how your design balances utility, cost, and the member experience.

RESOURCES, TOOLS, & OTHER INFORMATION

  • Website
  • Driving Range Dimensions: 90 feet x 18 feet

PRIOR PROBLEM SOLVING

We haven’t done anything to solve this yet—it’s just an idea we’ve talked about. We know other golf courses have covered ranges, but we haven’t looked into how they built them or what it cost.

This is our first step toward figuring out if this project could work at our course, and your input will help us move from idea to action.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Shuswap Lake Golf Course is a local golf club in British Columbia that offers an 18-hole course and a pro shop that sells golf equipment and apparel. We serve a mix of regular members and casual players and are known for being friendly, community-focused, and easy to access.

We run a small team and prioritize strong relationships with our members. That includes offering helpful, in-person service through our pro shop. Members often rely on us for advice about golf gear, but sometimes shop elsewhere when we don’t have exactly what they need in stock.

Nutrition Science | Health Research | Gut Microbiome | Customer Engagement

How might we help Maple Meal Prep use the latest science on seed oils, emulsifiers, and artificial food dyes to refine their ingredient strategy and attract health-conscious customers to choose their products over others in the market?

Maple Meal Prep [CLOSED]
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ABOUT THE PROJECT

At Maple Meal Prep, we live by the philosophy of “counting ingredients, not calories.” That means using whole, recognizable foods—and avoiding highly processed ingredients like artificial flavors, preservatives, and seed oils.

In this project, you’ll explore the science behind common additives—such as seed oils, food dyes, and preservatives—and their potential impact on gut health and overall well-being. You’ll also look at the connection between gut microbiome health and long-term wellness, helping Maple build an even stronger foundation for their ingredient strategy and customer messaging.

Your goal is to analyze the latest research, then translate it into clear, actionable recommendations for Maple—both to guide their menu strategy and to support customer education and awareness. If you’re interested in food science, nutrition, or the real-world application of health research, this is a great opportunity to do meaningful work that can influence how people eat every day.

DESIRED OUTPUT

Your task is to produce a research report that:

Level 1

  • Summarizes key findings on the health effects of common food additives (e.g. seed oils, emulsifiers, and artificial food dyes).
  • Explains how these additives affect the gut microbiome and overall health.
  • Offers 3 evidence-based recommendations Maple Meal Prep should follow to ensure their products support the gut health of their customers and engage a health-conscious consumer.

Level 2 — The above AND:

  • Develop a simple awareness campaign to help customers understand the effects of these types of ingredients and the importance of choosing whole ingredient-focused options instead.
  • Include a core customer insight, messaging strategy, and at least 2 sample assets (e.g. blog post, infographic, social media post).
  • Your campaign should connect Maple’s brand to the idea of clean eating and support the message of “ingredients over calories”.

RESOURCES, TOOLS, & OTHER INFORMATION

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Maple Meal Prep is a growing meal prep service based in the Carolinas, focused on delivering fresh, flavorful meals made with clean, whole ingredients. Our mission is to provide health-conscious individuals with delicious meals inspired by European cooking techniques, emphasizing simplicity, sustainability, and high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. With a certified nutritionist on staff, we ensure that every meal is carefully crafted to meet both nutritional and taste needs, offering balanced, wholesome options for every lifestyle.

We offer weekly meal prep subscriptions, on-site event catering, and off-site drop-off catering, each designed to provide nourishing, satisfying meals. By combining fresh ingredients with expert cooking methods, we deliver meals that support health and well-being without sacrificing flavor. Our goal is to become the go-to source for healthy, convenient meals in the Carolinas, making it easier for people to enjoy great food that aligns with their nutritional goals.

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Common Questions

If you have 20 coaching hours or more, you may register for more than one internship experience.

These aren’t small projects and require guidance, analysis, and effort to present a valuable solution to the organization.

A Q&A Webinar will be held if more than one student has significant questions that need to be clarified with the organization.

A Final Presentation will be scheduled with the student at the end of the internship experience to deliver the final output.

Please contact help@youthfully.ca with any questions about the program.

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