Catapult Lakeland

Catapult Lakeland Entrepreneurial Center in Downtown Lakeland

Rent our Assembly Room for your next conference, department meeting, workshop, or corporate gathering!Coming equipped wi...
06/17/2026

Rent our Assembly Room for your next conference, department meeting, workshop, or corporate gathering!

Coming equipped with access to 3 projectors and 4 wireless or lapel microphones, this room is can seat 200 individuals and offers beautiful views of Lake Mirror and downtown Lakeland.

Non-members can book rental rooms through our website!

06/12/2026

Looking for clarity in your marketing strategy?

Gillian Smith, Catapult's Marketing Expert in Residence, brings more than 30 years of experience spanning global brands, nonprofits, B2B organizations, and tech companies. From identifying target audiences and building awareness to driving purchase intent and overcoming growth challenges, she helps founders navigate the strategic side of marketing with greater clarity and confidence.

Members, be sure to connect with Gillian for one-on-one guidance and educational workshops designed to help move your business forward!

Connect with Gillian: https://www.carambolaconsulting.net/

"Startups are both iterative and cumulative."Fred Koehler of Ready Chapter 1, has embraced the process of learning, adap...
06/10/2026

"Startups are both iterative and cumulative."

Fred Koehler of Ready Chapter 1, has embraced the process of learning, adapting, and refining along the way. Through continuous iteration and resources available at Catapult, he's been able to build toward a stronger, more scalable solution.

When entrepreneurs have the space, support, and community to test ideas and learn from iterations, they're able to continue building to what's next. "Our 2.0 platform Readerful is a perfect example of this," says Fred.

Big ideas need room to evolve. Discover what's possible with the right support behind you.

Need a space for your next meeting, workshop, training, or brainstorming session?Catapult offers a variety of meeting sp...
06/09/2026

Need a space for your next meeting, workshop, training, or brainstorming session?

Catapult offers a variety of meeting spaces designed to bring people together and keep ideas moving. When you rent a room at Catapult, you're directly supporting our nonprofit mission and helping foster the growth of local entrepreneurs!

Explore Explore our meeting room options and find the right fit for your next gathering.
https://catapultlakeland.com/room-rentals/

"Catapult has been instrumental in laying the foundation for business success." Drawing on more than two decades of expe...
06/04/2026

"Catapult has been instrumental in laying the foundation for business success."

Drawing on more than two decades of expertise, Roy Rowland, founder of OptEd, is turning knowledge into impact while helping institutions navigate growth and change with confidence. Since joining Catapult, OptEd has been able to expand its team and continue to increase impact through strategic consulting and innovation.

We're encouraged by entrepreneurs, like Roy, that continue to scale their business in utilizing Catapult's resources to their fullest potential.

We're thrilled to have Brett Chamberlain step into the role of Catapult's President!Brett served as the Operations Direc...
06/03/2026

We're thrilled to have Brett Chamberlain step into the role of Catapult's President!

Brett served as the Operations Director at Catapult, making key contributions to the Makerspace, member experience, strategic initiatives, and the organization's overall growth. He embodies the supportiveness of Catapult in entrepreneurship, strengthening businesses, and expanding innovation and productivity.

“I've always believed entrepreneurship has the power to strengthen communities and create meaningful opportunities, which makes this role especially exciting for me. As someone who is proud to call Lakeland home alongside my wife and son, I’m passionate about investing in the people and businesses that help our community grow and thrive. I’m excited to help lead Catapult into its next chapter of growth, innovation, and impact.” —Brett Chamberlain

Insurance doesn’t have to be confusing.This workshop breaks it down in plainly so you can understand what your business ...
06/02/2026

Insurance doesn’t have to be confusing.

This workshop breaks it down in plainly so you can understand what your business actually needs. Through practical guidance and open Q&A, you’ll gain clarity, confidence, and the tools to make smarter insurance decisions.

Learn how to choose the right coverage, protect yourself from the unexpected, and plan for the future with confidence.

Open to members and non-members. Reserve your spot with the link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/risk-ready-business-insurance-101-tickets-1923285642129

Wendy Miller is excited to step into the role of Member Coordinator!Wendy will be welcoming and onboarding new members w...
05/27/2026

Wendy Miller is excited to step into the role of Member Coordinator!

Wendy will be welcoming and onboarding new members while creating meaningful connections among our entrepreneurs. She was drawn to Catapult’s passion for helping entrepreneurs succeed in bringing fresh ideas to the Lakeland community. She looks forward to supporting our members, building strong relationships, and helping make Catapult a place where businesses and people thrive together.

Stop by the front desk and introduce yourself if you haven't already!

Strong businesses are built on understanding people, not assumptions.This workshop is designed to help founders gather r...
05/25/2026

Strong businesses are built on understanding people, not assumptions.

This workshop is designed to help founders gather real customer insight and turn it into action. You’ll learn simple, practical ways to validate ideas, understand buying behavior, and refine your product, messaging, and pricing. You'll walk away with techniques you can apply immediately to reduce risk and build with confidence!

Thursday, May 28 | 10 AM — 11 AM

Meet Brittany Bandi!Brittany is an entrepreneur, Shopify expert, and co-founder of Sow Exotic. As a Catapult Expert in R...
05/22/2026

Meet Brittany Bandi!

Brittany is an entrepreneur, Shopify expert, and co-founder of Sow Exotic. As a Catapult Expert in Residence, she helps founders build and grow their e-commerce businesses through Shopify development, UX improvements, and digital strategy. With a practical, approachable style and firsthand experience as a former Catapult founder and Launch Grant recipient, Brittany supports entrepreneurs in simplifying operations and scaling with confidence.

We're thrilled to have her as an Expert in Residence!

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502 E Main Street
Lakeland, FL
33801

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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(863) 940-9660

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