Built In Miami Program 2026
An Exclusive Pre-Accelerator Program for City of Miami &
Downtown Miami Residents
An Exclusive Pre-Accelerator Program for City of Miami & Downtown Miami Residents
Are you ready to turn your startup idea into a real business?
Built In Miami 2026 is a 9-week free pre-accelerator designed exclusively for residents of the City of Miami and Downtown Miami. Whether you're dreaming of launching a tech startup, digital product, or innovative local business — this program gives you the training, mentorship, and community you need to go from idea to investment-ready.
Apply NowA Historic Partnership
Built In Miami is powered by a first-of-its-kind collaboration between the City of Miami and the Miami Downtown Development Authority.
Together, we're investing directly in our residents to build the next generation of entrepreneurs and innovators.
Why Join Built In Miami?
Our program offers exclusive benefits to help you transform your idea into a thriving business.
100% FREE Program
Exclusive access for City & Downtown Miami residents at no cost to you.
Expert Training
Hands-on guidance from local experts in entrepreneurship, tech, and fundraising.
Weekly Events
Workshops, mentorship sessions, and networking events held in Downtown Miami
Supportive Community
Connect with a network of founders just like you building the future of Miami.
Demo Day
Pitch your project to investors, local leaders, and business partners.
Prime Location
All events held in the heart of Downtown Miami, easily accessible to residents.
Who Should Apply?
Residents of the City of Miami and Downtown Miami
Aspiring entrepreneurs with an idea or early-stage startup
Creatives, professionals, and innovators ready to build their future here in Miami
Important Dates
Mark your calendar for these key program milestones
Application Opens
September 3, 2026
Program Start
October 2026
Program Duration
9 weeks (evenings 6-8 PM)
Demo Day
December 2026
Program Structure
Our comprehensive 9-week program is designed to take you from idea to
investment-ready in three strategic phases. Developed by
Creative Hub Miami,
featured by Forbes as a leading tech school, the program blends real-world expertise
with proven results.
Our comprehensive 9-week program is designed to take you from idea to
investment-ready in three strategic phases.
Developed by Creative Hub Miami,
featured by Forbes as a leading tech school, the program blends real-world expertise
with proven results.
Phase 1: Improving Product/Service & Setting Company for Success
Weeks 1–5
Performance Management
KPI setting, performance management, time management workshops
Digital Marketing
Digital marketing strategy building and refinement (social media, SEO, paid ads)
Product Development
Product prototyping, testing, and market feedback
Phase 2: Growing the Company
Weeks 6–8
VC Pitch & Mentorship
VC Pitch Day & mentor assignment
Strategic Partnerships
Client introductions & strategic partnerships within Miami ecosystem
Funding Strategies
Workshops on grants, government funding, and bank financing
Phase 3: Scaling & Job Creation
Weeks 9
Scaling Strategies
Scaling strategies and operational improvements
Apprenticeship Programs
Introduction to apprenticeship programs and subsidies
Legal & Company Formation
Florida Business Law Essentials
Graduation & B2B Startup Expo
Networking Event
Networking event featuring invited elected officials and media coverage
Graduation Ceremony
Graduation ceremony celebrating cohort
achievements
September 20 • 6 PM
Not sure if Built in Miami is for you?
Join us at Citizen M for an exclusive Program Info Day and Tech Happy Hour. Connect with fellow innovators, meet our team, and discover how this program can transform your entrepreneurial journey.
Citizen M Miami Worldcenter
Registration Required
About Built In Miami
A unique collaboration between the City of Miami's Department of Economic
Innovation and Development and the Miami Downtown Development Authority (DDA).
A unique collaboration between the City of Miami's Department of Economic Innovation and Development and the Miami Downtown Development Authority (DDA).
Together, we're investing in local residents to build Miami's next generation of founders and innovators — right here, right now.
Built In Miami: From the City, For the Community.
Program Leadership
Meet the visionary leaders behind Built In Miami
Keith Carswell
Director for Economic Innovation and Development
City of Miami
Michaeljohn Green
Chief of Economic Development and Strategy
Miami Downtown Development AuthorityReady to Build Your Future in Miami?
Don't miss this opportunity to transform your idea into a thriving business with the support of
the Miami community.
Don't miss this opportunity to transform your idea into a thriving business with the support of the Miami community.
Apply Now