“This was what our business needed. We had a big idea and great MVP but didn’t know our next move. The accelerator guided us and made us think differently about our customer, market, and initial sales/marketing delivery. We wouldn’t be where we are today without the community of 1909 and all it provided us. We’ve taken our business to the next level and have established relationships that’ll help us grow!”

“If I didn’t do this Accelerator, my business would still be in my head. It would just be in my head as an idea that I want to get off the ground, something I would get to ‘at some point’. Having a community of support when doing something new was exactly what I needed and more.”

"Having tried entrepreneurship on my own and now having gone thorough the 1909 accelerator, I can say with 100% certainty that having this community, these tools, and resources is a massive advantage."

"This program has played a huge role in helping me pivot and grow my business. The curriculum is unique in its design – educating and inspiring. I couldn't be more grateful for the knowledge, community, and motivation I've received through this program."

“1909 has been a game-changer for my business in a region with limited startup resources. It helped me grow my network, find great employees, and access the funds needed to succeed. Despite not being in a big startup city like Miami or San Francisco, 1909's guidance has been crucial in focusing my company and reaching profitability. In short, 1909's support has been transformative for both my business and myself as an entrepreneur.”

"I'm honored to have been a part of the inaugural 1909 Accelerator Program. Not only did I learn the tools needed to take my business to the next level, I finally found my people."

“We owe 1909 so much! 1909 has given us reason to continue our mission and help us understand what our business means to the City of West Palm Beach. Thank you 1909 for making us better individuals and making us really, really work to make this business successful!!”

The Ideator Course helped me gain laser focus on my brand essence, growth objectives. problem areas, and needs. Then it helped me craft a tactical roadmap and hierarchy of achieving them. Ideator is a verb synonymous with a tsunami! Focused power and kinetic energy!

“Without the Accelerator, I would have plateaued this year with my business earnings and potential. Without my mentor and this cohort, I'm almost positive that I would not have had the motivation to complete my course and I certainly wouldn't have had the time to set up the course delivery system and everything else that goes along with it, which is what my CO-LAB team did for me in just one weekend. The program gave me the accountability I needed in order to propel myself and my business to the next level.”

“1909 isn't a community, but a family. It's a family of entrepreneurs who are ambitious in nature and kind at heart. The accelerator has played an enormous role in my entrepreneurial journey by providing a space for learning, community and support. There's something special happening here. You should be a part of this.”

“The 1909 Accelerator was an incredible experience! It brought me the structure and support I needed to launch my community and start growing it in a meaningful way. And, I made some great friends in the cohort who helped me along and kept me accountable.”