The founding cohort at 1717 Cleveland Ave. A handful of founders building real companies, sharing a porch, and bumping into each other on purpose.
We're selective on purpose. Every founder here was hand-picked for fit, not filtered by a form. What they share isn't a stage or a sector. It's the kind of energy that turns a porch conversation into a company.
AI services firm anchoring the second floor. Builds AI-powered customer and employee experiences for mid-market companies.
Visit site →An AI advisory firm helping Charlotte's small and mid-size businesses navigate the emerging technology landscape.
Visit site →Burger spot in NoDa and North End run by three brothers. The kitchen behind launch-night chicken sandwiches.
Visit site →Independent founder building what's next from the house.
AI consulting and systems integration that accelerates sales and streamlines operations for growing companies.
Visit site →Outdoor spaces built for time together. Pool construction, hardscapes, and pool management across the Carolinas.
Visit site →A B2B leadership-development platform that turns managers into skilled leaders through behavioral science and AI-personalized coaching.
Visit site →Data and reporting infrastructure for businesses that want to find revenue opportunity in numbers they already collect.
Visit site →Private and small-group swim lessons across Charlotte, built on a curriculum that gets kids comfortable in the water faster.
Visit site →Whole-community home services. Lawn care, pest control, and exterior cleaning coordinated across neighborhoods for better prices and less hassle.
Visit site →Strategy and compliance consulting for lenders and operators navigating regulatory programs.
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Applications are open. We accept on a rolling basis, with a short conversation and a tour before any commitment.