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StarterStudio

Name: StarterStudio
Address: 36 West Pine Street, Orlando, FL, 32801, US
Telephone: +14073784150

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A pioneering hub that empowers and provides resources for entrepreneurs, creatives, and innovators to begin, grow, and flourish in Florida.

We are Central Florida’s only 501(c)3 nonprofit organization focused on accelerating tech and tech-enabled startups. With educational outposts throughout the region and a rich variety of online programs, we support founders through all stages of a startup. Along with boot camps for entrepreneurial explorers and accelerator programs for the idea, build, and seed stages of starting a tech venture, w

e offer tech founders mentoring, pitching, and funding opportunities. We prepare seed-ready starters to attract outside funding while also investing in eligible seed-stage accelerator graduates through our own evergreen fund supported by donors and local governments as a stimulus to economic development and high-wage jobs. Watch our recent video:
http://www.StarterStudio.com

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08/28/2026

We're thrilled to welcome our newest Idea Stage cohort — a group of founders ready to do the hard, rewarding work of turning a spark into something real.

🔸 Neida Ortiz: AccessAbility Bootcamp
🔸 Marianna Vogel: Discoverly
🔸 Priscila Cammarota: FSIAI
🔸 Jackson Thompson: InnSmith LLC
🔸 Aysha Khan: Onyxa Health
🔸 Bradford Leonard: SeatCulture
🔸 Jose Bastias, MBA: Stratos
🔸 Suika Stewart: Thigh High Elegance
🔸 Tony DeNisco: Vitruvion

Over the next six weeks, they'll dig into customer discovery, pressure-test their assumptions, and start building tech solutions to problems that matter.

This is where the work begins. Let's go. 🚀

08/14/2026

⏰ Applications for StarterStudio's Build Stage close next Friday, August 21.

If you're past the idea phase and ready to build the business — this is your program.

In Build Stage, founders work on:
→ Developing an MVP or a clear path to a prototype
→ Landing first customer revenue
→ Building a go-to-market strategy that actually converts
→ Setting the KPIs that keep you accountable

📌 Apply today: https://www.starterstudio.org/idea-stage-accelerator/

📩 Questions? [email protected]

08/13/2026

From Orlando accelerator to Madagascar's tourism marketplace.

StarterStudio alum Tim McGuire, MSCID, Founder & CEO of TourOnePlanet, grew revenue 2.5x in 2025 — and is projecting 70% growth in 2026.

His platform connects travelers directly with local vendors, keeping more tourism dollars in Madagascar's communities.

➡️ Read how a deeper understanding of the problem he was trying to solve reshaped his business:
https://www.starterstudio.org/🌎-alumni-spotlight-how-tim-mcguire-and-touroneplanet-are-transforming-tourism-in-madagascar/

08/07/2026

Still building? Still figuring out your GTM strategy? Still solo and looking for a co-founder?

StarterStudio's Build Stage might be exactly what you need — and applications close in two weeks.

This program is built for founders who are:�
✅ Fully committed to growing a sustainable business�
✅ Working toward (or have) their first revenue customer�
✅ Developing an MVP or prototype�
✅ Ready to build a real go-to-market strategy

Don't miss your shot to join the next cohort.

👉 Apply now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=175QLhiKtUqBPuGfwiF077eRC_jMkSpGpWn8du5nkCxUM1M4WEMySTQ5MzNXUElEQVo0Rk5WRlJQVy4u&route=shorturl

📩 Questions? [email protected]

07/31/2026

One of our own is coming back to share what he’s learned.

StarterStudio alumni Spencer Elliott has raised more than $5 million in startup capital over the past 15+ years–most of it from investors outside Florida. Now he’s joining Building Our Tech and StarterStudio to show founders how to expand their fundraising beyond their local network.

You’ll also hear from:
▪️ Jehue Francois, Startup Program Director at Building Our Tech
▪️ Marc Romyr Antoine, Senior Partner focused on venture building and capital deployment across North America, Latin America, Africa, and other global markets.

Whether you’re preparing to raise your first round or planning your next one, this workshop will cover practical strategies for finding and connecting with investors wherever they are.

Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-investment-beyond-your-zip-code-tickets-1994365051556

07/30/2026

Tomorrow is the application deadline!

If you've got a tech-driven idea and you're stuck in the "what do I do next?" phase, the Idea Stage Accelerator gives you the tools, structure, and clarity to move forward.

You'll walk away knowing:
→ Whether your idea solves a real problem worth solving
→ Who your customer actually is (and what they'll pay for)
→ How to position your idea in the market
→ How to pitch it with confidence

🔸 Application deadline: July 31
🔸 Program start date: August 19

🔗 Application link: https://www.starterstudio.org/idea-stage-accelerator/

📩 Questions? [email protected]

07/24/2026

Big ideas don’t grow in isolation. They grow with support, structure, and the right community.

The Idea Stage Accelerator is designed for early founders who want to turn a tech‑driven idea into something real. Throughout the program, you’ll validate your concept, talk to customers, build your value proposition, and define your market and strategy using proven startup tools.

By the end, you’ll have more than an idea. You’ll have direction, momentum, and a network behind you.

🔸 Application deadline: July 31
🔸 Program start date: July 27

🔗 Application link: https://www.starterstudio.org/idea-stage-accelerator/

📩 Questions? [email protected]

07/20/2026

Congratulations to the founders who just completed StarterStudio's Build Stage Accelerator! 🎉

🔹Alva Cardona: Cromus AI
🔹Ajay Sharma (Co-Founder): Mission Reboot
🔹Michael Martin (Co-Founder): Mission Reboot
🔹Dina Davis: Snippd™ Inc
🔹Alicia Michelle McCormack: Staffmatics
🔹Catherine Valdivieso: SwapCo App
🔹Zaire Green: TechyRoo
🔹Nina Mirhabibi: Tolu Health

Over the program, this group turned early-stage ideas into real traction:
→ Stronger business infrastructure
→ Clearer customer acquisition strategy
→ A validated MVP
→ A go-to-market plan built for scale

We’re proud of the momentum you've built and can’t wait to see what you achieve next.

07/19/2026

Your next investor might not be in your zip code.

Building Our Tech and StarterStudio are teaming up for a no-fluff session on raising capital from investors outside your immediate network.

Here's what you'll walk away with:�💡 How to identify & attract outside investors
�🎯 How to target by stage and thesis�
🤝 Where warm intros really happen�
🔁 How to build a repeatable outreach process�
🌱 The pre-seed signals that matter most

Founders raising capital — this one's for you.

Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-investment-beyond-your-zip-code-tickets-1994365051556

07/17/2026

Ready to think bigger about your idea?

If you've got a tech-driven idea and you're stuck in the "what do I do next?" phase, the Idea Stage Accelerator gives you the tools, structure, and clarity to move forward.

You'll walk away knowing:
→ Whether your idea solves a real problem worth solving
→ Who your customer actually is (and what they'll pay for)
→ How to position your idea in the market
→ How to pitch it with confidence

🔸 Application deadline: July 31
🔸 Program start date: July 27

🔗 Application link: https://www.starterstudio.org/idea-stage-accelerator/

📩 Questions? [email protected]

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36 West Pine Street
Orlando, FL
32801

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14073784150

Website

http://starterstudio.org/

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