Connect with startup founders in Northeast Florida
Network, collaborate and grow with fellow entrepreneurs on the First Coast.
Listen to the podcast: Hear founder stories and learn from others.
Connect, share, and shape the future of Northeast Florida's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
First Coast Founders was born in 2024 from the shared vision of two seasoned entrepreneurs, Brad Morrison and Raghu Misra. Having built multiple startups, Brad and Raghu recognized the power of storytelling and shared experiences in the entrepreneurial journey. They saw an opportunity to create a community where founders could learn from each other, share their stories, and collectively grow the startup ecosystem in Northeast Florida.
With the First Coast’s startup scene showing immense potential, Brad and Raghu founded First Coast Founders to be a catalyst that would bring together innovative minds, foster collaboration, and accelerate the growth of startups in our region.
What We Do
Monthly Meetups
Our monthly meetups are the heart of our storytelling mission. Each event features founders sharing their journeys, lessons learned, and insights gained. These authentic, unfiltered stories spark discussions, foster connections, and provide invaluable learning opportunities for all attendees.
Next Meeting: January 2025 @ The Link
Weekly Podcast
Our podcast dives deep into the entrepreneurial journeys of local founders. Hosted by Brad Morrison, each episode uncovers the challenges, triumphs, and pivotal moments that shape a startup's path.
Our Mission
At First Coast Founders, our mission is centered around the power of storytelling and shared experiences:
Connect: We bring together founders at all stages of their journeys, creating a vibrant community where stories are shared, connections are made, and collaborations are born.
Learn: By sharing the stories of both successes and failures, we create a collective knowledge base that all founders can learn from and apply to their own ventures.
Grow: Through these shared experiences and learnings, we aim to accelerate the growth of individual startups and strengthen the First Coast's overall startup ecosystem.
