Test Drive

Demo at Test Drive

Building a startup can feel a bit like working in a bubble. You know your product inside out. You know why you built it, how it works, and what problem it solves.

But at some point, you need to see how other people respond to it.

Test Drive gives Stone & Chalk founders a chance to share their product with others in the community, run a simple demo, and get useful feedback from people seeing it with fresh eyes.

It is a friendly way to test what you are building, spot what needs work, and learn from others before you take the next big step.

Why attend Test Drive

Test Drive helps founders improve their products through real feedback.

• See what people notice: Find out what makes sense, what feels exciting, and what might be confusing.

• Get practical feedback: Hear what people think while your product is still early enough to improve.

• Build confidence: Practise showing your product in a supportive room before you take it to customers, partners, or investors.

• Learn from other founders: Watch demos, hear questions, and see how other startups explain what they are building.

Test Drive helps founders make better products by learning from real people.

How to join Test Drive

Test Drive runs regularly in our hubs for residents.

As a resident, you can apply to demo your product and receive feedback from the community. Reach out to your Community Manager to express your interest.

We encourage you to also attend to support other founders, ask questions, and share your perspective. Check the resident event calendar for upcoming Test Drive sessions.