About Us

Why We Are Here

A tactical immersion series democratizing tech access for minority and female founders in Miami—because great ideas come from everywhere.

The Funding Reality

A stark imbalance persists

The numbers behind funding for female and minority founders make the case for why this work matters.

All-Female Founding Teams

~2.0–2.5%

of total VC funding

Lack of early-stage institutional check-writers and warm introductions.

Black & Hispanic Founders

Under 3.0%

of total VC funding combined

Systemic gaps in friends-and-family capital rounds and regional network access.

Our Mission

Great ideas come from everywhere

Founders Rise Miami democratizes the connection between Miami's established builders and the next generation of founders—closing the gap that keeps great ideas from great capital.

This isn't just networking. It's structured access to training in AI, creative technology, start-up strategy, futurism, and clear pathways to accelerators and venture capital.

Founder building with AI tools in Miami

Join the movement

Be part of a community widening the pipeline and bringing a broader range of founders to the table.