Entrepreneurship Resources
built for libraries
What is Value Lab?
An entrepreneurship platform that helps libraries become an entrepreneurial hub. It has 3 components.
Inspiration
Engaging real founder stories that build mindset and motivation.
Guidance
A structured program that turns “I have an idea” into business outputs.
Exposure
Directory of opportunities, newsletters, and tools to expose and grow your idea.
Use cases
Choose a program format. Run it once. Run it again next month.
Recommended format
Self-guided patron access
Patrons explore the resources on their own—then continue later across multiple sessions.
Self-paced, drop-in friendly
Works on shared library computers
Printable templates + portfolio export
Success story: Boston Public Library
Built from real programs—two years of testing, teaching, and iterating with BPL to create a resource for libraries everywhere.
Boston Public Library
Boston Public Library (BPL)
Over the last two years, BPL has run programs using DesignMy’s curriculum - testing, teaching, and improving it with teens and families.
Bring Value Lab to your library
A modern entrepreneurship pathway with Inspiration, Guidance, and Exposure—designed for measurable outcomes.
