Col·lab·or·tank (kəˌlabəˈrtaNGk) n. – 1. An ecosystem derived from the separate terms “collaboration” and “think tank”. 2. A business philosophy centered around collaboration between business people, entrepreneurs, educators, and the community with the goal of promoting productivity in the local startup environment by creating, inspiring, and motivating business leaders. Collabortank is Boise’s preeminent training and startup launch program, helping aspiring entrepreneurs in the Treasure Valley build enduring companies. Collabortank’s express purpose is to affirm, equip, inspire, and grow those that may otherwise never start a business venture, create jobs, or realize the freedom of self-direction. Starting a company is an arduous and potentially isolating journey, and the technology startup landscape is constantly evolving and changing. Collabortank aims to improve the rate of startup success by creating a local startup ecosystem that removes friction, drives awareness, and amplifies the efforts of local entrepreneurs. Our goal is to create a co-space that inspires collaboration and learning for individuals in various disciplines—entrepreneurs, inventors, and students interested in becoming entrepreneurs. Our mission is to affirm, equip, and remove the roadblocks of complexity that so frequently prevent budding entrepreneurs from realizing the freedom of self-direction.