Start Fort Wayne Memberships
Elevate Your Entrepreneurial Journey
At Start Fort Wayne, we're not just a community; we're a catalyst for entrepreneurs ready to transform vision into real community and change. Our membership tiers are tailored to empower your maker spirit with the tools, connections, and spaces you need to succeed.
SUPPORTER
Your entry to the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Includes:
✓ Monthly Entrepreneur Socials: Network with peers, exchange ideas, and spark collaborations over light refreshments in the heart of the Atrium, where every conversation has potential.
$15 / Month
FOUNDER
Amplify your impact, broaden your reach, and accelerate your growth
Includes:
✓ Monthly Entrepreneur Socials: Network with peers, exchange ideas, and spark collaborations over light refreshments in the heart of the Atrium, where every conversation has potential.
✓ Exclusive Online Community Access on Discord: Collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs anytime, anywhere via our dedicated digital platforms.
✓ Complimentary Co-Working Days: With a monthly 4-day pass, transform
ideas into action in a dynamic workspace that's designed for creativity and productivity ($40 value)
$25 / Month
CO-WORKING
Options from shared workspaces to private offices.
Includes:
✓ Access high-speed WiFi, all-inclusive utilities, and 10 hours of conference room use, with discounts on training and conference spaces, all under a flexible month-to-month membership.
✓Take advantage of private phone booths, a shared kitchen, and office essentials like a printer, copier, and scanner, enhancing your daily workflow.
✓Enjoy exclusive members-only events, resources, and the perk of locally-roasted Utopian coffee to fuel your productivity.
Varies
Why Become a Member?
Cultivate a Founder Culture
At Start Fort Wayne, you're not just joining a community; you're becoming a part of a culture where hackers, makers, and builders are redefining entrepreneurship. We're shifting the paradigm, creating a space where hands-on creation meets strategic business growth, fostering an environment where your venture can evolve from a bold idea into a market reality.
Forge Connections
Our events and online platform are the crossroads of collaboration, where entrepreneurs connect not just for networking, but to forge long-term partnerships. It's where the spirit of 'hacking' and 'making' is celebrated, where you can find a coder, a designer, or a business strategist ready to join forces and turn concepts into creations.
Empower Expansion
Our co-working space is more than just an office; they're incubators for innovation. Here, you're surrounded by the buzz of productivity and the synergy of shared ambition. This is where boundaries are pushed, and businesses grow, supported by resources and facilities designed for entrepreneurial triumphs.
Community and Networking Through Events
At Start Fort Wayne, we cultivate a rich community that acts as a breeding ground for:
✓ Collaboration: Work with like-minded individuals to co-create value or merge strengths for mutual benefit.
✓ Support: Whether it's navigating challenges or celebrating milestones, find a community that stands by you.
✓ Resource Sharing: Tap into shared knowledge, tools, and experiences that can be the difference between failure and success.
✓Visibility: Increase your exposure within the Northeast Indiana entrepreneurial ecosystem, showcasing your ideas to those who can help bring them to fruition.
✓ Knowledge Expansion: Learn from the successes and setbacks of others, gaining insights that can refine your own strategies.
Exclusive Online Community Access on Discord
In the digital age, your next opportunity could be just a click away. Our exclusive online community is designed to:
✓ Foster Real-Time Collaboration: Hack on projects, exchange ideas, and get feedback when you need it, without the constraints of physical distance.
✓ Encourage Continuous Learning: Stay abreast of the latest trends, tools, and tactics through a wealth of shared knowledge.
✓ Build a Supportive Network: Connect with peers who understand the entrepreneurial hustle and can offer support, advice, and encouragement.
✓ Facilitate Mentorship Opportunities: Gain access to mentors who can help navigate your path and accelerate your growth.
✓ Enhance Accessibility: Whether you're at home, in a café, or traveling, our online community is accessible, keeping you integrated and active in the Start Fort WAYNE entrepreneurial ecosystem.
A Co-Working Space in the Heart of Fort Wayne
Our co-working days are designed to cater to the diverse needs of entrepreneurs, providing:
✓ A Hub for Innovation: Surrounded by ambitious and creative minds, find inspiration and motivation to push your ideas forward.
✓ Flexibility and Convenience: Utilize the space on the days that work best for you, ensuring that you have the flexibility to maintain a productive work-life balance.
✓ Business Essentials: Access to printers, scanners, meeting rooms, and other essential business tools means you can work on your terms without any hassle.
✓ A Launchpad for Networking: The co-working space itself serves as a platform for spontaneous networking, providing the perfect backdrop for collaboration and community building.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR:
Dan Swartz
COMMUNITY MANAGER:
Erica Anderson-Senter