Accelerate Brevard

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

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day! 🐶🎉
Let’s see your furry Best Friends—drop a picture of your pups in the comments below! 👇

Meet Diesel, our official Chamber Dog of the Year! 🏆

This handsome 2-year-old looks incredibly distinguished, wrapped in his blanket, but don't let that serious face fool you. Diesel is full of personality and keeps things lively around here!

His daily duties include:

🥓 Expertly devouring pig ears.

🗣️ Serving as our Chief Barking Officer.

🕛 Mandating middle-of-the-night wake-up calls for very important outdoor snack breaks.

His Wonderful Mother says, "He keeps us on our toes, and we wouldn't have it any other way!" - Cheryl Clark

Let’s see your furry Best Friends—drop a picture of your pups in the comments below! 👇

08/25/2026

Build Connections. Gain Insights. Grow Your Future.

Join us this Thursday for Accelerate Brevard Chamber of Innovation's Power Networking Lunch, featuring Amy Krupp, Financial Advisor and one of Brevard County's most respected community leaders.

Amy will provide an educational discussion on 530A Trump Accounts, a new federally authorized savings initiative that is creating conversations among families, employers, business leaders, and communities nationwide.

Learn about: • How 530A Trump Accounts work
• Potential benefits for future generations
• The role employers may play through contribution programs
• How early investing can impact long-term financial outcomes
• What these accounts could mean for financial literacy, workforce development, and economic growth

Beyond the presentation, this is your opportunity to connect with fellow business owners, professionals, entrepreneurs, employers, and community leaders from across Brevard County.

Whether you're looking to grow your network, gain valuable insights, or learn about emerging financial opportunities, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

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

🎟 Register Today: https://ow.ly/9EL350ZEXps

Seats are filling quickly. We look forward to seeing you there!

How do communities create stronger financial futures for the next generation?  Join us for the August Power Networking Lunch as we take a closer look at 530A Trump Accounts, a new federally authorized savings program designed to help children begin building long-term wealth from an early age. ...

08/24/2026

Last week's RIZE Power Connections: Social Mixer was one to remember!

A huge thank you to our Young Professionals who joined us at J. Bird's Island Eatery and helped make the evening such a success. It was inspiring to see so many young professionals, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and Accelerate Brevard community members come together to build relationships, exchange ideas, and strengthen our professional community.

The conversations, connections, and energy throughout the evening reminded us why RIZE exists: to create opportunities for young professionals to connect, collaborate, and grow.

We're especially grateful to everyone who took time out of their busy schedules to invest in themselves, represent their organizations, and engage with fellow professionals from across Brevard County. The future of our community is bright because of leaders like you.

Be sure to tag yourself, your friends, coworkers, and fellow attendees, and share your favorite moments from the evening.

This is just the beginning. We have more networking events, professional development opportunities, and community experiences planned for the months ahead, and we can't wait to continue growing alongside all of you.

Learn More at: https://acceleratebrevard.org/

Connect. Collaborate. Grow.

08/24/2026

We’re proud to announce Lt. Gen. Jason R. Armagost, Deputy Commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, as the Opening Keynote for the 2026 State of the Military.

Join military, civic, and industry leaders from across the Space Coast for a conversation about the missions shaping our nation’s defense, and the community that stands behind them.

October 21 - State of the Military
Mission. Community. Partnership.

https://business.acceleratebrevard.org/chamber-events/Details/state-of-the-military-1868080?sourceTypeId=Website

08/23/2026

🎉 Accelerate Brevard is thrilled to share the phenomenal success of Thursday's Thrive Brevard Space Coast Health & Wellness Expo, presented by Health First!

​Hosted at the Space Coast Health Foundation, the event brought our community together to showcase the incredible health and wellness providers and many resources Brevard County has to offer.

​👏 A standing ovation to Health First's outstanding medical experts for their inspiring and informative presentations:
Dr. Kevin Campbell: Sudden Cardiac Death
​Paulette Swanson: The Power of Movement
​Rebecca Osgood: Aging Services
​DeAnn Collins: Stress & Wellness

​🧘‍♀️ The beautiful Space Coast Health Foundation was also the perfect venue for our post-expo Wellness Workshops:
​ Grace (Somatics & Soul) led a wonderful Breathwork class.
​Suzanne Elliott & Diana Kennedy (HOT YOGA on the Island) facilitated an incredible Sound Bath experience.
​Rebecca Freehill (Transformational Healing of Brevard) provided a relaxing Guided Imagery session.

​ A massive thank you to all the sponsors, to Fuego & Salt Culinary Alchemy and The DRIPBaR at Pineda Landings; for the healthy drinks and snacks. Pop and Pizzazz Space Coast for the fabulous Balloon Arch. To our vendors, exhibitors, and attendees who made this event so special.

We hope you left with valuable knowledge and new resources, and we look forward to seeing you at the next Thrive Brevard Space Coast Health & Wellness Expo!

Health First Space Coast Health Foundation