Fast-Track Your Startup Journey with Miami’s Premier Accelerator
Built in Miami:
Pre-Accelerator
Program
From the City for the Community
The Department of Economic Innovation and Development is committed to helping entrepreneurs bring their visions to life in Miami. Two years ago, we launched the Built In Miami Program, an 18-week pre-accelerator designed to help startups move from idea to investment-ready or prepared for further acceleration. The program is completely free and open to the public, making it the perfect opportunity for aspiring founders.
Program Overview
The Built In Miami program provides a structured path for entrepreneurs to refine their business concepts, connect with key resources, and engage with mentors who can help accelerate their journey.
400+
Founders Graduated
15+
Subject Matter Mentors
40+
Startup Workshops Held
Program Overview
The Built In Miami program provides a structured path for entrepreneurs to refine their business concepts, connect with key resources, and engage with mentors who can help accelerate their journey.
400+
Founders Graduated
15+
Subject Matter Mentors
40+
Startup Workshops Held
Program Goals
SUPPORT
LOCAL
STARTUPS
Our mission is to connect startups with Miami’s rich ecosystem of resources. Whether it’s facilitating B2B connections, brainstorming sessions, or leveraging advanced technologies like AI, we want to support your growth every step of the way.
Our mission is to connect startups with Miami’s rich ecosystem of resources. Whether it’s facilitating B2B connections, brainstorming sessions, or leveraging advanced technologies like AI, we want to support your growth every step of the way.
CONNECT
WITH
CAPITAL
Miami is a hub for venture capital, with over 200 VC firms and a record-breaking $5.8B raised in 2022. Our program leverages this network, matching startups with the right funding sources – whether that’s grants, low-interest loans, or venture capital. We aim to connect local businesses with the capital they need to thrive.
Miami is a hub for venture capital, with over 200 VC firms and a record-breaking $5.8B raised in 2022. Our program leverages this network, matching startups with the right funding sources – whether that’s grants, low-interest loans, or venture capital. We aim to connect local businesses with the capital they need to thrive.
Building Long-Term
Relationships for
Startup Success
The Built In Miami program helps you build the relationships necessary to grow and thrive within Miami’s most impactful industries. By bringing together investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts, we create the networking opportunities that lead to long-lasting success.
The Built In Miami program helps you build the relationships necessary to grow and thrive within Miami’s most impactful industries. By bringing together investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts, we create the networking opportunities that lead to long-lasting success.
What You Get
Access to top-tier workshops on key startup topics
Personalized mentorship from subject-matter experts
Networking opportunities with industry leaders and investors
Connections to local resources and partners in Miami’s startup ecosystem
Access to top-tier workshops on key startup topics
Personalized mentorship from subject-matter experts
Networking opportunities with industry leaders and investors
Connections to local resources and partners in Miami’s startup ecosystem
Testimonials
“This program has been a game-changer for us. The resources, mentors,
and connections we’ve gained have given us the tools to take our startup
to the next level!”
– Irina Dubovik, Pre.dev
“I can’t thank Built in Miami enough for introducing me to key
investors and partners. The connections I’ve made here have made
all the difference in the success of my company.”
– Shay Maraj, NTXVid