Helping founders find community and connections
A year-long program that pairs emerging businesses (protégés) with established businesses (mentors) to build a network of local diverse businesses qualified to do business with the City. Includes monthly meetings and enrichment sessions led by industry professionals.
One‑on‑one personalized consulting tailored to each entrepreneur’s needs — including feasibility analysis, financial planning, branding, marketing, and operational strategies.
Learn more →One‑on‑one personalized consulting tailored to each entrepreneur’s needs — including feasibility analysis, financial planning, branding, marketing, and operational strategies.
Learn more →One‑on‑one personalized consulting tailored to each entrepreneur’s needs — including feasibility analysis, financial planning, branding, marketing, and operational strategies.
Learn more →NEFEDC offers free personalized business support services to companies in Northeast Florida, including guidance on incentive programs, site selection, workforce development, and navigating business growth. Entrepreneurs receive tailored advice, connections to ecosystem partners, and introductions to funding and expansion opportunities.
Learn more →A peer advisory and executive discussion group for CEOs, presidents, and business leaders to confidentially discuss strategic challenges and opportunities. Provides an ongoing forum for leadership problem‑solving and peer coaching.
Learn more →A peer‑to‑peer learning program where groups of second‑stage CEOs meet regularly in a confidential setting to discuss business challenges, share expertise, and collaboratively problem‑solve.
Learn more →Lean and Kaizen-based consulting to help manufacturers identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and enhance performance.
Learn more →Lean and Kaizen-based consulting to help manufacturers identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and enhance performance.
Learn more →A structured mentoring initiative that matches entrepreneurs with experienced business professionals and subject matter experts who provide ongoing, tailored guidance to help startups avoid early-stage pitfalls and accelerate growth.
Learn more →A program designed for students at USF to support the launch of any entrepreneurial venture. Students meet with consultants, make business plans, and receive guidance on launching ventures — no startup capital required.
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