Join 1909
where founders grow.
Get 24/7 access to our space, a built-in community, and year-round business education designed for wherever you are in your journey. Tap into expert mentorship, growth resources, PR opportunities, and even an on-site gym. Build alongside others who are starting from scratch — just like you.
Built for founders,
by founders.
You don't need a pitch deck, a tech startup, or an MBA. If you're turning an idea into a business — whether that's a creative studio, a food concept, a freelance practice, or a product you can't stop thinking about — you're a founder, and 1909 was built for you.
We exist to give founders the space, community, education, and mentorship to go from idea to execution — regardless of industry, background, or stage.
Find your fit.
Every member gets the same community, programming, and mentorship. Where the price differs is the workspace — pick the setup that fits your needs.
Flexible hot desk access for founders who move between spaces.
- →Flexible hot desk access
- →Community events & programming
- →Mentorship access
- →WiFi, coffee & cold-brew
- →Conference room credits
Your own desk, locker, mailbox, and gym access — 24/7.
- →Your own dedicated desk, 24/7
- →Everything in Resident
- →Mailbox & business address
- →Gym access
- →Storage & locker
A lockable office for you and your team to scale in.
- →Lockable private office
- →Everything in Dedicated
- →Meeting room priority
- →Team-friendly
Amenities.
Everything you need to show up and do the work — from 24/7 access and blazing-fast WiFi to an on-site gym and a dog-friendly lounge.
* Certain membership levels only
Built around
where you are.
Hands-on, cohort-based programs built by founders, for founders. Our signature Applied Learning Workshops run 12 weeks, twice a year — with start dates each February and August.
You're in the earliest stage of building — shaping the idea, validating the model, and laying the foundation. Launch gives you the structure, accountability, and community to go from concept to business.
Validate the business, deeply understand the customer, and commit to selling something within the next 90 days.
You have proof of concept and now need to scale what's working. Grow focuses on operations, team, marketing, and the systems that turn traction into a real business.
Strengthen systems, deepen customer relationships, and build the capacity required to scale sustainably.
Scale isn't a workshop series — it's monthly peer-to-peer support. You're optimizing, expanding, and leading teams, and what you need most is a curated room of founders at the same altitude. Scale Up Peer Pods meet monthly: small groups of leaders in similar industries and stages who hold each other accountable, share what's actually working, and grow together.
Monthly peer pod sessions. No curriculum, no decks — just real conversations between founders who've been there. Confidential, structured, and built around the challenges you're navigating right now.
Not sure which tier is right for you? Before getting started, you'll meet with a member of our Experience Team to ensure you're placed in the tier that best aligns with your company's current stage and your experience as an entrepreneur.
A full calendar, year-round.
Membership comes with programming designed to keep you connected, sharp, and never building alone.
Monthly gatherings to connect with your fellow members — no agenda, just good people building good things.
Start the week moving. Our member run group meets regularly for those who like to mix miles with momentum.
We bring in seasoned entrepreneurs who've been through it — founders willing to share what actually worked, and what didn't.
Exclusive events with our partner network — curated rooms filled with the right people at the right time.
Selected members pitch in front of a live audience for real, no-strings-attached cash. High stakes, real rewards, full community support.
Focused sessions on personal and business finances — because building a company and building wealth should go hand in hand.
It's easy to turn inward as a founder — and isolation is one of the biggest risks to your growth. Monthly syncs keep you accountable, visible, and connected.
Dedicated groups for Men of 1909 and Women of 1909 — spaces to connect authentically, dig into what matters, and support one another personally and professionally.
What members say.
If I didn't do this, my business would still be in my head. Having a community of support when doing something new was exactly what I needed and more.
Having tried entrepreneurship on my own and now having gone through the 1909 accelerator, I can say with 100% certainty that having this community, these tools, and resources is a massive advantage.
1909 has been a game-changer for my business. It helped me grow my network, find great employees, and access the funds needed to succeed. 1909's support has been transformative.
Without this programming, I would have plateaued this year with my business earnings and potential. The program gave me the accountability I needed to propel myself to the next level.
This program was an incredible experience! It brought me the structure and support I needed to launch my community and start growing it in a meaningful way.
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.
Mentorship.
Find your mentor.
Mentorship is built into your membership. Connect with mentors through the Member Portal, at Mentor Mixers, or on monthly Mentor Office Hour Calls. No formal process, no waitlist — just real conversations with experienced founders and industry experts who are here to help you move forward.
Give back.
Got an hour a month? Apply to join our mentor directory and get matched when founders need your insight. Flexible, low-lift, high-impact.
Become a Mentor →Need financial support?
We've got you.
We believe cost shouldn't be a barrier to building something meaningful. 1909 scholarships are available for founders who qualify.
- 01Be an active 1909 member, or apply for membership upon approval
- 02Be a founder of a business operating in Palm Beach County, FL
- 03Own 50% or more of the business
- 04Demonstrate real financial need
- 05Actively participate in 1909's business education and resources