Florida Funders

Tech is at the heart of Florida's economy, and Florida Funders is leading tech investing in the Sunshine State as the most active VC with the biggest investor network. What makes us stand out? ⚡️We work with great founders who are changing the world. ⚡️We create lasting partnerships with our portfolio companies. ⚡️We collaborate with the right team of investors, who are focused on building a better tomorrow. Ready to get involved? Visit our website to raise capital or invest. https://lnkd.in/eKxbMcUB

Another inspiring evening of collaboration and empowerment at our recent Women in Venture dinner, hosted by Maria Derchi Russo, FLF's VP of Platform & Community. It’s always exciting to see women connecting and leading the way in the VC space. Thank you to our sponsor, Bernstein Private Wealth Management, for helping make this event possible and to Coral Reef Yacht Club in Miami for hosting! #WomenInVC #VentureCapital #Community #FloridaFunders #PrivateWealth

On the latest episode of the Skin in the Game VC podcast, Saxon and Tom chat with Rohan Shah, co-founder of Extend, about his journey from entrepreneurial Bay Area roots to building a platform that's transforming the extended warranty and protection plan industry. Hear how Rohan navigated raising $260M from SoftBank, partnered with major brands like Peloton, and steered toward profitability during changing economic tides. This chat has raw founder insights you won't want to miss! Listen now. https://lnkd.in/eAn5wsSR

The conversations at eMerge Americas left us thinking bigger. Here are a few takeaways and thought-starters we're mulling over after the conference: - Academia, defense tech, and private investment form a powerful triad for national security innovation. How will these breakthroughs strengthen America's strategic edge? - Your next coworker may be powered by AI. Will human-AI partnerships make work better, faster, and maybe more enjoyable? - The space economy isn't only about rockets anymore. What industries do you think will be the first to capitalize on commercial space? - Florida is a magnet for entrepreneurs. Beyond tax benefits and weather, what drives founders to choose where they'll build their next venture? We're already counting down to Emerge Miami 2026.

PRESENTING SPONSOR SHOUTOUT: Stifel Venture Banking, a division of Stifel Bank, member FDIC, is committed to supporting the innovation community and we are proud to have them as a sponsor of the Florida Funders Venture Summit. By delivering dynamic solutions to fuel innovation and growth, Stifel is set up to support Founders through the entire journey. Bringing together its capabilities that span Venture Banking, Wealth Management, and Institutional (Advisory and Capital Markets), Stifel Venture Banking has positioned itself as the premier relationship-based financial platform. If you’re ready to take your startup to the next level and form a long term partnership that is built to scale, visit https://hubs.la/Q03gF2FM0 and experience why Stifel Venture Banking is the place where innovation grows.

How can Family Offices be better LPs? That’s exactly what Saxon Baum and David Sachse tackled in a recent webinar with Family VC. From due diligence must-knows to aligning strategies with GPs, we covered the essentials for families looking to navigate venture capital. We’re thrilled to collaborate with Family VC to bring these insights to the table. Stay tuned for key takeaways from our discussion.

The founder journey comes with relentless stress. That's why, for #StressAwarenessMonth, we're sharing this science-backed antidote from our portfolio company, Manifest. Turns out, gratitude isn't just feel-good fluff—it literally rewires your brain, cutting stress hormones when you need it most. Between those investor meetings and product deadlines, a simple daily gratitude practice could be your secret weapon. Read how this works and why it matters. https://hubs.la/Q03dT1x80

PRESENTING SPONSOR SHOUTOUT: Stifel Venture Banking, a division of Stifel Bank, member FDIC, was thrilled to sponsor the Florida Funders Venture Summit. Stifel Venture Banking excels in supporting early-stage businesses, driving innovation, and building strong, lasting relationships. Their partnership aims to provide startups with the resources and expertise they need to grow and succeed, whether through banking, wealth management, or funding. Together, Stifel Venture Banking can help you build a brighter future where innovation grows! Ready to take your startup to the next level? Check out https://hubs.la/Q03dT3qr0 to experience the best in venture banking.

PARTNER SHOUTOUT: Trenam Law is one of the top law firms in Florida in both size and breadth of practice, strengthened by 80+ attorneys who are also reliable business partners and trusted advisors to our clients. Since 1970, Trenam Law has served diverse clients across industries in Tampa Bay and throughout Florida, navigating complex legal situations with fully integrated solutions and best-in-class service. Explore Trenam Law’s breadth and depth of industry experience and practice areas to discover whether they could be the right legal partner for your business. https://hubs.la/Q03dzHPT0

AI isn't just for tech companies anymore. FLF portfolio company Togal.AI is proving it by transforming one of the oldest industries out there – construction. By turning complex estimations into precise, winning bids, they're helping firms of all sizes compete smarter. See how AI is leveling the playing field in construction. https://hubs.la/Q0390w_q0