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A Strong Start to the Year: Setting the tone for 2026
Here’s your monthly dose of everything exciting happening in our community and beyond.
Groundswell Startups
January 27, 2026
January in Review
The Claude Code Power User Playbook, a hands-on workshop where attendees learned to level up their AI workflows with real-world examples, live demos, and practical automation strategies.
We celebrated Kalogon’s graduation at Groundswell and toured their new 20,000 sq ft facility, marking a major milestone in the company’s growth and innovation.
Shark Tank watch party at Groundswell to support Swift Paws during their update episode, complete with popcorn, snacks, and treats for our four-legged guests.
Community Events & Meetups
💼 Space Coast Networking Mixer | Wednesday, February 4th at 4 PM
The New World Angels Member Meeting brings accredited investors together for startup pitches, investor education, and meaningful networking.
🤖 SCI: Product Futures Summit | Thursday, February 5th from 9 AM - 1 PM
Where founders, investors, and innovators come together to explore how AI is reshaping product design and hardware innovation. Register Now!
🧮 Ask Bloom: Accounting Hour | Friday, February 6th from 12 - 1 PM
Ask your tax or accounting questions over lunch, join Bloom CPAs for an informal Accounting Office Hour at Groundswell Startups in the Café/ Lounge area.
🍲 Member Lunch | Wednesday, February 11th at 12 PM
Enjoy this month's member lunch! Catering by Cedars.
🍻 Swell Hour - Mix and Mingle | Thursday, February 19th from 4 - 6 PM
Come mix and mingle with other community members! Join us for Mana, Magic & Mingling, by Wizards of the Space Coast.
🎲 Guild Game Day | Sunday, February 7th, 11th, 21st from 11 AM - 8 PM
Join the Space Coast Adventurers Guild for their monthly Guild Game Day, where you can dive into various games like Dungeons & Dragons and more! RSVP and find more game details on Meetup.
🧙♂️ Magic The Gathering: Commander Nights | February 5th, 6th, 7th, 12th, 19th & 26th, from 6 - 10 PM
Join the Wizards of the Space Coast for Commander Nights and connect with local players. RSVP on Discord for upcoming events.
Food Truck Fridays
🍕 40 South Ft - February 6th from 12 - 2 PM
🥙 Pita Pyramid - February 13th from 12 - 2 PM
🌮 A Pinch of Rodriguez - February 20th from 12 - 2 PM
🍔 40 South Ft - February 27th from 12 - 2 PM
Swell Spotlight
 | K believes curiosity is a superpower. It’s led him from the science of light to entrepreneurship, teaching, and writing, and it’s what now drives him to mentor others at Groundswell. 👉 Read K’s full story here.  |
Opportunities
FL Venture Capital Conference 2026 | Apply Here
Date: February 23rd, 2026
Showcase your company to leading venture investors and top industry professionals. Taking place February 23-25 at the Loews Coral Gables in Miami.
Florida Funders: Venture Summit 2026 | Apply Here
Date: February 26th, 2026
An energizing day of expert insights, founder-led strategies, and connections. Learn from entrepreneurs and investors shaping the startup ecosystem, then spend the afternoon networking with 200+ investors.
Florida Venture Forum | Apply Here
Deadline: Rolling
Seed, early, and growth-stage companies seeking venture capital are invited to apply to pitch at upcoming Florida Venture Forum events. Applications are open year-round.
HLTH's Startup Pitch Tournament | Apply Here
Deadline: Rolling
Apply to compete on stage in front of top investors and industry leaders across categories like Women’s Health, AI, Diagnostics, Consumer Wellness, and more. Open to startups under five years old with less than $8M raised.
Startup of the Year Summit | Apply Here
Deadline: Rolling
Hosted by Established, this high-energy event connects top startups with investors, mentors, and corporate leaders.
 | Join us for the SCI Product Futures Summit on February 5th, 2026 at Groundswell Startups in collaboration with New World Angels. Where founders, investors, and innovators come together to explore how AI is reshaping product design and hardware innovation. Register Now! 👉 For sponsorship inquiries or more information, please visit www.spacecoastinitiative.com |
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