
Every square foot of this new space is being designed with one goal in mind: to empower small business owners with the tools, networks, and confidence to thrive in a rapidly changing economy
The new National Entrepreneur Center 2.0
will serve as a launchpad for Central Florida’s next generation of innovators, small business owners, and community leaders.
Located in the heart of Downtown Orlando, this state-of-the-art facility will feature:
At the National Entrepreneur Center, we believe small businesses are the heartbeat of our community. With your support, we’re building a new, state-of-the-art home where dreams will take root, ideas will flourish, and businesses will grow stronger than ever.
Your contribution to the NEC Capital Campaign is more than a donation - it’s an investment in keeping the American dream alive and securing the future of entrepreneurship across Central Florida.
For those who see what’s possible and help make it real. Your investment lays the groundwork for NEC’s future and ensures entrepreneurs have the tools to succeed.
For those who believe in hard work, hustle, and helping others grow. Your gift helps create the training rooms, technology, and collaborative spaces that power business growth.
For those who know every dream starts small. Your support funds workshops, mentoring, and real-world guidance for local entrepreneurs ready to launch.
Every donation, large or small, builds opportunity.
$11.55 in proven economic impact for every $1 invested.
Why Your Gift Matters
Every day, dreamers walk through our doors with an idea and leave with a plan. Because of generous supporters like you, we’ve been able to turn aspirations into achievements and transform lives throughout Central Florida.
365,000+ entrepreneurs lives have been transformed by the National Entrepreneur Center’s ecosystem. Each face represents a dream realized, a family supported, and a community strengthened. Your gift makes these stories possible.

365,000+
Coached or Trained
to prepare entrepreneurs to thrive in competitve markets*
2,505+
New Businesses
launched and growing right here in Central Florida*
$369 Million+
in Funding Facilitation
for small businesses through our entrepreneurial ecosystem*
Together, by creating a better space for small businesses to start and grow, we’ll build a higher standard of living and improve the overall well-being and pride of our Central Florida community
To discuss higher level investments, please call
Julie Matthews directly at 407.420.4848.