Where Big Ideas Meet Real Challenges.
Most team events are fun but forgettable. This one is fun and productive. Your teams identify real obstacles or opportunities facing your organization, then collaborate to develop and pitch innovative solutions to a panel of judges. It’s part brainstorm, part competition, part team-building — and every idea generated is one your organization can actually use.
How It Works
From kickoff to winning pitch — here’s what to expect with our shark tank-style innovation challenge.
1.
We Set the Stage
Your facilitator works with leadership to identify the challenge themes — real problems or opportunities your organization is facing.
2.
Teams Ideate & Build
Participants form cross-functional teams, brainstorm solutions using our digital collaboration platform, and develop their concepts with coaching support.
3.
Teams Pitch
Each team presents their idea to a panel of "sharks" or judges, making the case for why their solution deserves support or investment.
4.
Winners Are Chosen
Judges select winning ideas based on creativity, feasibility, and impact. Your organization walks away with a pipeline of vetted, team-generated solutions.
Pitch Types
- New product
- New service
- New business
- New program
Ideal for
- Companies & Corporate Events
- Conferences & Summits
- Associations
- Nonprofits
Team Size
10 – 100 participants
Timing
Varies 1/2 day to full day
What Your Organization Gets
More than a team-building exercise — real ideas your organization can act on.
Actionable Innovation — Every idea pitched is built around a real challenge your organization faces — not a hypothetical exercise.
Cross-Functional Collaboration — Teams are mixed across departments and levels, breaking silos and surfacing unexpected perspectives.
High-Energy Engagement — The competitive format drives participation and energy that traditional brainstorms can’t match.
Powered by Digital Tools — Real-time brainstorming, anonymous input, and live documentation keep every team member contributing.
A Pipeline of Vetted Ideas — You walk away with a ranked list of team-generated solutions that have already been pressure-tested through the pitch process.
“Our event was a huge success and extremely well-received by even the skeptics in attendance. Frank made sure everyone was included and had a chance to speak. He made the day productive, but also fun for the group.”
– Diane Wilson, DVM, DACVR, Antech Imaging Services
Why Choose Vianova
The facilitation expertise and tools to turn your innovation challenge into real results — not just a team-building exercise.
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