Venture Studio Profile: Suncoast Venture Studio

Type: Venture Studio

Location: Sarasota, Florida

Description: Suncoast Venture Studio systematically launches profitable companies from scratch in Sarasota, Florida, using AI-driven validation, hands-on studio services, and founder-first support tailored for Southwest Florida. Unlike traditional accelerators or VCs, the studio generates business ideas internally, validates them through rigorous testing using their proprietary AI platform PlanFoundry, and pairs them with experienced operators to lead the ventures. They act as institutional co-founders, providing capital, talent, operational infrastructure, and embedded teams to build startups from zero to Series A readiness. The studio focuses on technology ventures including AI-powered SaaS, technology transfer from universities, and solutions that leverage Southwest Florida's unique economic strengths. They partner with regional universities, research institutions, and civic leaders to build Florida's Venture Coast and diversify the local economy.

Industry Focus: Technology, AI-Powered SaaS, FinTech, Blockchain & Digital Assets, Technology Transfer & University Innovations, Enterprise Software, Automation & Robotics, MarTech, Healthcare Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Coastal/Marine Technology

Geographic Focus: Southwest Florida, Sarasota-Manatee Region, Florida's Suncoast, United States

Founded: 2024

Typical Check Size: $250,000-$500,000

Portfolio Companies: 1 companies

Number of Partners: 5

Total Companies Built: 0

Years in Operation: 1

Website: https://suncoast.studio/

Contact Email: Available through contact form

Apply URL: https://suncoast.studio/contact/