Accelerate Brevard

09/04/2026

🌟 SPACE COAST HONORS NOMINEE SPOTLIGHT 🌟 PRESENTED BY Health First

Meet Malak Hammad of Fifth Third Bank, a nominee for the Evelyn Barrial-Schleffer Female Leader of the Year Award.

Named in honor of an extraordinary leader and cherished friend, this award recognizes a woman who inspires through leadership, mentorship, and meaningful community impact.

Malak is a respected community leader and a valued, longstanding member of the Accelerate Brevard community. In this special video, hear directly from Malak and what it means to be nominated and to have a chance at winning this award. As we celebrate her nomination and the positive difference she continues to make across the Space Coast.

Join us on September 25 for Space Coast Honors at the Space Coast Association of Realtors to see our winners! As we recognize Malak and the remarkable nominees whose leadership, service, and vision are helping move our community forward.

Accelerate Brevard members, if you have not reserved your seat, now is the time!

🎟️ Register today: [https://business.acceleratebrevard.org/calendar/Details/space-coast-honors-1542621?sourceTypeId=Hub]

09/03/2026

🎟️ Registration is now open for our September Power Networking Lunch!

Join Accelerate Brevard for an afternoon of meaningful connections, community conversation, and valuable insight featuring Dr. Mark Rendell, Superintendent of Brevard Public Schools.

Attendees will receive a high-level overview of Brevard Public Schools, learn about current district priorities, and hear factual information regarding the Sales Surtax and Millage referendum measures appearing on the November ballot.

Education and workforce development play an important role in the future of our business community. This luncheon gives local business leaders, civic partners, and community stakeholders an opportunity to better understand the initiatives shaping Brevard County’s future workforce and long-term growth.

The program will also feature a live question-and-answer session with district leadership, along with plenty of time to build new relationships and reconnect with fellow community leaders.

📅 Thursday, September 24
⏰ 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 Holiday Inn Club Vacations Cape Canaveral Beach Resort

A special thank you to Holiday Inn Club Vacations for hosting Accelerate Brevard and our September Power Networking Lunch. We appreciate your hospitality and continued support of our business community!

Reserve your seat today:
(https://tinyurl.com/ABCPNL)

09/03/2026

🚀 NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: MARTAC

Innovation is happening right here in Brevard County, and MARTAC is helping lead the way.

Please join us in welcoming MARTAC as a new member of Accelerate Brevard: Chamber of Innovation!

Headquartered in Melbourne, MARTAC develops advanced unmanned surface vessels that support military, security, commercial, and scientific operations. Their high-speed autonomous platforms are built to expand maritime capabilities, protect critical resources, and perform demanding missions while reducing risks to personnel.

With technology operating in diverse environments around the world, MARTAC is putting Brevard County’s talent, engineering expertise, and innovative spirit on the global stage. Their growth also contributes to Florida’s expanding technology, defense, and advanced manufacturing industries.

We are proud to welcome MARTAC to the Accelerate Brevard business community and look forward to sharing more about their work and continued success.

Learn more about MARTAC at https://martacsystems.com/

MARTAC delivers proven, high-speed unmanned surface vessels (USVs) with payload-flexible platforms and open architecture autonomy.

09/03/2026

Ascend Brevard with Accelerate Brevard is so proud to be part of this important work supporting Florida’s veterans and military community.

Thank you, Veterans Florida, for the partnership and for all you do to help veterans build their next chapter.

More information coming soon on upcoming Veterans Florida programming through Ascend Brevard.

We’re proud to announce and welcome our FY 2026–2027 Entrepreneur Program Partners!

With this year’s selection of training partners completed, we are expanding the Program to more parts of the state to reach even more veterans, separating and retiring servicemembers, and spouses.

Our dedicated and experienced Partner Network provides training, mentorship, connections, and resources designed to help veteran and spouse small businesses launch, grow, and thrive.

Together, we’re strengthening Florida’s veteran entrepreneurship ecosystem and connecting those who have served, and their families, with the resources, expertise, and opportunities they need to succeed.

We’re fortunate to partner with organizations across Florida that share our commitment to empowering veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs.

Read more at https://na2.hubs.ly/H07Bz3C0

Meet our FY 2026–2027 Entrepreneur Program Partners:
Action Zone
Accelerate Brevard
Florida A&M University
FAVOB
FAU College of Business
FGCU
Florida SBDC at UWF
Gilchrist Veterans Business Council
Meritorious
Northwest Florida State College
Project Solvers
St. Petersburg College
SWFL Inc.
UF Innovate
Valor2Venture
Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative - VEI

08/28/2026

🎉 We have a new Business Champion of the Month! 🥂
​A huge congratulations to our newest Business Champion: Viera Living Publications 🏆

​Not only are they a wonderful investor and sponsor of the Accelerate Brevard community, but they also do an incredible job of telling the true, inspiring stories of so many residents across Brevard County.

​Thank you for your dedication to highlighting our local voices and supporting our thriving business community.

We are so proud to partner with you! 📖✨
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08/28/2026

🎉🐕‍🦺 Attention All Dog Lovers! 🎉

​There is a new home of fun for you and your pups!

Accelerate Brevard had the absolute honor of celebrating a brand-new small business in Cape Canaveral. Space Coast Dog Boutique, with Accelerate Brevard, hosted their ribbon-cutting this morning and is officially open right on Atlantic Ave!
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Owned by a lovely local family that truly cherishes dogs, they have opened their doors to make sure every pup feels special.

​Stop by to treat your dog to:
​🧸 Fun and unique toys
​🎂 Delicious doggy birthday cakes
​🚀 Adorable Space/NASA puppy outfits
​...and so much more!

​When you're thinking about where to shop next for your furry best friend, remember there is a fantastic new location right in your backyard. Let's show them some community love! 🐾🛍️

Space Coast Dog Boutique and Souvenirs
7004 N Atlantic Ave, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
https://maps.app.goo.gl/NbJ8tZxtFeNvpoFS7?g_st=ac

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08/28/2026

We had a great turnout and panel discussion this morning at our New Investors Orientation!
Speaking: Jen Quartz: Neighbor Up Brevard
Space Coast Health Foundation Neighbor Up Brevard Jennifer Quartz

08/28/2026

What a fantastic turnout at our Power Networking Lunch! 🍽️🤝

​The Accelerate Brevard Community gathered at J. Bird's Island Eatery (Hilton Garden Inn and Suites of Cape Canaveral) for a delicious meal and an incredible learning opportunity.

​A massive thank you to our guest speaker, Amy Krupp an esteemed Brevard County Financial Planner and honorable Chamber Board Member. Amy shared invaluable insights on the importance of setting up the newly funded 530A Trump Accounts for your children and family.

​Why 530A Trump Accounts Matter:
​Generational Wealth: They beautifully combine early savings, tax advantages, and future conversion options.
​Powerful Growth: According to trumpaccounts.gov, a child’s account receiving $5,000 in annual contributions could grow to a staggering $271,000 by the time they turn 18! 📈

​A special thank you to J. Bird's Island Eatery for the wonderful venue and lunch, and to all the community business leaders who joined us. Let's give one more honorable round of applause to Amy Krupp for sharing her expertise! 👏💼

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08/26/2026

🚨 One More Day to Register! 🚨

Looking to grow your network and gain valuable insights into today's financial landscape?

Join us tomorrow for the Accelerate Brevard Chamber of Innovation Power Networking Lunch, featuring local financial professional and community leader Amy Krupp.

This engaging discussion will explore financial futures, wealth-building opportunities, and emerging trends that are shaping conversations among families, employers, business leaders, and communities across the country.

More importantly, you'll have the opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, business owners, entrepreneurs, and community leaders from throughout Brevard County. The relationships built at our Power Networking Lunches often lead to new partnerships, fresh ideas, and meaningful opportunities.

📅 Thursday, August 27
🕦 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 J. Birds Island Eatery | Cape Canaveral

Whether you're planning for the future, growing a business, or simply looking to stay informed, this is a conversation worth having.

⏰ Registration closes soon. Don't wait until the last minute.

🎟️ Register now: https://business.acceleratebrevard.org/chamber-events/Details/power-networking-lunch-new-opportunities-for-financial-futures-1883410?sourceTypeId=Website