Programs

“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!”

"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."

"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."

"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!

“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.”

“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.”

“The pandemic made us realize how much we needed an expansive & thoughtful online sales platform to take our record shop to the next level. Unfortunately, we weren’t in the position to get one built out. Project-1909 allowed us to get our new online sales platform up and running much sooner than planned, which has allowed us to grow our sales and the reach of our business exponentially!”

"Working with the two Non-Profit Organizations I was paired up with has been immensely meaningful for me and my own consulting company. Meaningful work and relationships is key in an otherwise often isolating entrepreneurial/edupreneurial world.”

"I applied to Project-1909 with an idea to refresh my brand to celebrate 10-years in business; what I got was so much more. Guided exploration led to a new name and highly focused service offerings, a logo, a brand overhaul & a successful repositioning."

“PROJECT-1909 is an incredible opportunity where local business owners and talent from West Palm Beach collaborate to create something amazing! We’ve been able to expand our portfolio, experience, and connections by helping a local business grow!”

“I was able to be part of an amazingly talented team, all doing the work we love, for great businesses in the community we live. It’s nothing short of brilliant.”

“The value created during this project was incomparable – creating a new brand identity along with quality lifestyle content will authentically represent the business and attract their ideal client for years to come.”

"What would have taken me 6 months on my own to build, was literally created in 48 hours!"

"I'm still processing the incredible experience I had during Co-Lab Day with my 1909 Ideator crew. Simply put, It was beyond anything I could have imagined. My Co-Lab team came together and worked so hard all day to create a solid foundation for me to build Whole Story Studio into a successful business."

I made more connections through Co-Lab Day then any other event at 1909. It was beautiful seeing the quantity of tangible value being added to each team so quickly in one day. And at the end when presentations rolled out, the work from every volunteer was visibly shown which was a great way to acquire new clients.

“Co-Lab Day was a wonderful! I learned a lot from working with my team and witnessing the magic of creatives coming together for a greater purpose. It was incredible to see what we could deliver in the span of a work day! I made unique connections that will help me improve and elevate my own business as well. This is by far the most valuable event 1909 hosts.”

“Co-Lab day is an opportunity to engage in a fast-paced, highly competitive (but also collaborative), and constantly chaotic environment. That may sound stressful, but the 1909 community creates a welcoming atmosphere which invites friendly collaboration and competition and keeps participants motivated and engaged.”