Endeavor Miami, a key player in innovation and entrepreneurship in South Florida, announced their newest ScaleUp program Fall 2024 cohort which includes 12 founders and 10 high-growth companies who are setting the stage for a thriving future in Florida.
As the first U.S. branch of the global Endeavor network, established with the backing of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Endeavor Miami continues its mission to support high-impact entrepreneurs who are transforming industries and fueling economic growth in Florida and beyond. Endeavor Miami is committed to nurturing a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem by providing these leaders with exceptional access to mentorship, funding, and a worldwide network of peers and industry professionals. This support system aims to boost their impact, accelerate their growth, and establish them as pioneers reshaping the economic landscape.
The Fall 2024 group reflects a commitment to diversity and resilience, with over 60% of the participants having at least one Hispanic or Latino founder, and 40% of the founders being women. This highlights Endeavor Miami’s dedication to promoting inclusivity and representation. With many of these entrepreneurs recently choosing Miami as their base, the city’s appeal as a hub for top talent and innovative ventures continues to grow.
Claudia Duran, Regional Managing Director for North America and of Endeavor Miami
The companies in this cohort represent a variety of industries, including Premium Beverages, Skincare, Media, Education Technology, and Marketplaces, showcasing the dynamic economic landscape of South Florida. Together, these businesses have shown impressive momentum, achieving an average growth rate of 200% in the past year. Their adaptability and innovation in overcoming challenges highlight their potential to drive significant change on both local and global scales. Their achievements further establish South Florida as a vital launchpad for companies with global aspirations and influence.
“We are inspired by the passion, diversity, and innovative spirit of this cohort,” said Claudia Duran, Regional Managing Director for North America and of Endeavor Miami. “These entrepreneurs are transforming their respective industries and contributing to the broader economic development of Florida and beyond. At Endeavor Miami, we are committed to supporting them every step of the way as they scale, innovate, and lead.”
By amplifying their stories, sharing their successes, and fostering a community of support, Endeavor continues to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem across the region. This new cohort is a testament to the power of high-impact entrepreneurship to create jobs, drive innovation, and inspire future generations.
One of those technology companies is South Florida Tech Hub member, Streann Media, who helps transforms content owners into social media companies. Powered by AI, AR, and TV 3.0, Streann’s SaaS software helps creators excel in content creation, distribution, engagement, and monetization, driving success in the digital world while lowering costs and boosting productivity.
Partnering with companies such as Google, AWS, Fire TV, and Roku, Streann Media has already become an award-winning digital platform with awards and recognitions from GrowFL, NAB Awards, South Florida Tech Hub, eMerge Americas, Apogee Awards and many more. The world’s third largest multi-sport games, Panam Sports, partnered with Streann Media as the official streaming platform for the competition in 2023.
Gio Punzo, Co-Founder & CEO at Streann Media
“In just 10 years, Streann Media has become one of the world’s leading streaming platforms empowering creators, businesses, and brands to engage with their audiences in real-time, everywhere. With groundbreaking features for content creation, distribution, engagement, and monetization, we are transforming the way the world streams and interacts, ” stated Giovanni Punzo, Co-Founder & CEO at Streann Media.
Here is the full list of Miami entrepreneurs taking part in the ScaleUp by Endeavor Fall 2024 cohort:
- Beyou Cosmetics | Simon Amsel, Founder & COO (Miami)
- Coconut Cartel | Danielle Zighelboim. Co-Founder & CEO (Miami)
- Little Saints | Megan Klein, Founder & CEO (Miami)
- OTIF | Pamela Villarreal, Founder (Mexico; office in Autin, TX)
- Plei | Sebastian Duque, Co-Founder & CEO (Miami)
- Pure Green | Ross Franklin, Founder & CEO (Sunrise)
- Streann Media | Giovanni Punzo, Co-founder & CEO and Antonio Calderón, Co-founder & CTO (Miami)
- Tabi Connect | Ricky Gonzalez, Co-founder & CEO and Joel McGinley, Co-Founder & Managing Director (Miami)
- TEDU | Nicolò Bates, Co-Founder & CEO and Dmitry Osetrov, Co-founder & VP of IT (Miami)
- The Flock | Ramiro Gonzalez Forcada, Co-founder & CEO and Juan Cruz Montes, Co-founder & CTO