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Gold Coast Tech Accelerator Program

FLORIDA COUNCIL OF 100 INC

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Overview

Gold Coast Tech Accelerator Program

Overview: A collaborative 8-week hybrid accelerator program designed to connect startups with resources, mentorship, and investment opportunities in South Florida's tech ecosystem.

Program Structure: Two separate tracks

  • FinTech Track: Located in West Palm Beach

  • Dual-Use & Defense Tech Track: Located in Miami

    • Capacity: 10-12 startups per track

    Partners:

  • The Florida Council of 100 and The Florida Council of 100 Foundation

  • eMerge Americas

  • Related Ross

  • The LAB Miami (Wynwood)

    • Geographic Scope: Miami to West Palm Beach (Gold Coast), Florida

    Focus Areas:

  • FinTech innovation

  • Dual-Use & Defense Tech (disruptive government contracting)

  • AI and digital transformation

    • Target Participants:

  • Early-stage startups

  • Demonstrable product ready to scale

  • Open to expanding footprint in Florida for long-term growth

  • Seeking corporate partnerships

    • Program Benefits:

  • Elite Mentorship: Direct access to top CEOs, investors, and industry leaders (200+ Florida business leaders)

  • Corporate Partnerships: Pilot and scale with leading enterprises

  • Market Access: Leverage Florida's thriving ecosystem for growth and customer acquisition

  • Investor Network: Connect with Florida's vast investor community

  • Office Space: Meeting and collaboration space provided at no cost

  • Demo Day: Exclusive presentation opportunity to Florida Council of 100 members

  • Tech Basel Miami AI Summit Access: Invitation-only access on December 3

    • Program Launch: Fall 2025 (officially kicked off October 14, 2025)

    Regional Economic Context:

  • Florida ranked second nationally for Finance and Insurance GDP growth (last 5 years)

  • Florida ranked second nationally for Defense industry manufacturing

  • Defense industry economic impact: $100+ billion annually

    • Contact Information:

  • Florida Council of 100

  • 400 North Tampa Street Suite 1010

  • Tampa, FL 33602

  • press@fc100.org

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Application Timeline:

  • Applications opened August 15, 2025

  • Rolling admission basis

    • Application Requirements:

  • Company must be a startup

  • Demonstrable product that is ready to scale

  • Open to corporate partnerships

  • Willing to expand footprint in Florida for long-term growth

    • How to Apply:
    1. Visit goldcoasttechfl.com
    2. Sign up for alerts
    3. Complete application on the website

    Selection Criteria:

  • Stage of development (product-ready)

  • Scalability potential

  • Fit with FinTech or Dual-Use & Defense Tech focus

  • Commitment to Florida growth

  • Potential for partnership with corporate mentors

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    Fields of Work

    startups

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