Indiana is getting ready to host it's second startup weekend, which will be held February 8th through the 10th in Bloomington. West Lafayette hosted a Startup Weekend this past October 12th - 14th. (It's interesting to note that Indiana is the only state besides California to host two startup weekends so far)

What is Startup Weekend?

"Startup Weekend recruits a highly motivated group of small business entrepreneurs to build a community and company in a weekend.

The founders decide what to make as a team, and earn an equal share of stock in the developed business. Attendees are responsible for bringing the desire and passion to the project and walk out of the room with a brand new business, in a short 54 hours. Sound intense? It is."

Arguably not the best way to launch a new business, Startup Weekend does an amazing job of energizing a community of entrepreneurs.  Live blogging has become a staple at the event, and a networking community has even emerged around the Bloomington Startup Weekend. If you're interested in being a part of the startup team, it's not too late, you can sign up here.

If you're interested in the result of the West Lafayette weekend you can check out their blog here.

It looks like there are also plans to bring Startup Weekend to Indianapolis, so stay tuned.