Catapult Lakeland Inc.
Catapult Lakeland Inc.
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About this organization
Mission
CATAPULT LAKELAND, INC. A COMMUNITY-CENTERED ENTREPRENEUR CENTER LOCATED IN LAKELAND, FL. WE AIM TO FOSTER THE GROWTH OF STARTUPS IN THE LAKELAND, FL AND CENTRAL FLORIDA AREA AND MAINTAIN THEIR SUCCESS THROUGH AFFORDABLE MEMBERSHIP, THOUGHTFUL EDUCATION, AND FUNDING TO DRIVE LOCAL BUSINESS FORWARD. CATAPULT LAKELAND, INC. IS A PLACE WHERE ENTREPRENEURS CAN FLOURISH AND DEVELOP IDEAS THAT RESULT IN ESTABLISHING AND GROWING BUSINESSES IN THE LAKELAND, FLORIDA AREA THROUGH EDUCATION AND MENTORING OPPORTUNITIES.
About
CATAPULT LAKELAND, INC. ENGAGES AND EQUIPS LOCAL ENTREPRENEURS, ARTISANS AND EMERGING LEADERS WITH A VARIETY OF TOOLS AND RESOURCES TO CREATE A COMMUNITY THAT IS STRONGER, MORE DISTINCTIVE AND SUSTAINABLE. CATAPULT'S PROGRAM AND OPERATING COSTS ARE FUNDED BY PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS, FOUNDATIONS AND EARNED REVENUE. ALL PROGRAMS TAKE PLACE IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA. CO.STARTERS, THE MOST SUCCESSFUL EDUCATION PROGRAM OFFERED BY CATAPULT IS BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND. THERE ARE CURRENTLY 10 BUSINESSES PARTICIPATING IN THIS NINE-WEEK COURSE THAT EQUIPS ENTREPRENEURS WITH THE INSIGHTS, RELATIONSHIPS, AND TOOLS NEEDED TO TURN IDEAS INTO ACTION. CAT WALK CATAPULT & PILGRIM ASSOCIATES CREATED, AND IMPLEMENTED, A PILOT PROJECT FOR LAKELAND ENTREPRENEURS IN 2018 WHICH FOCUSES ON PEER GROUP COACHING. CAT WALK IS DESIGNED FOR ENTREPRENEURS THAT HAVE SUCCESSFULLY LAUNCHED AND ARE NOW FOCUSING ON SCALING THEIR BUSINESS. DELIVERABLES INCLUDE: "MAKING BETTER DECISIONS - STAYING STRATEGIC RATHER THAN TACTICAL. HAVING YOUR ANSWERS QUESTIONED. "ACCOUNTABILITY - COLLECTIVE ACCOUNTABILITY TASKS, "WHAT GETS MEASURED, GETS DONE." "GROWTH - MEMBERS LEARN FROM HAVING THEIR ISSUES WORKED BY THE GROUP AS WELL AS WORKING ON OTHER MEMBERS' ISSUES. OCCASIONALLY, SPEAKERS ARE BROUGHT TO THE GROUP FOCUSING ON SPECIFIC AREAS OF BUSINESS NEEDS AND INTERESTS. "ISOLATION - THE "LONELY AT THE TOP SYNDROME" IS ADDRESSED THROUGH NON- JUDGMENTAL, TRUSTED AND CONFIDENTIAL DISCUSSIONS IN EACH OTHERS' DEVELOPMENT, AKA, INFORMAL BOARD OF ADVISORS. "CHANGE - DEVELOPING THE COURAGE/CONFIDENCE TO DISCUSS AND IMPLEMENT THE APPROPRIATE CHANGE IN YOUR BUSINESS AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT. CURRENTLY, THERE ARE 10 BUSINESSES PARTICIPATING IN THE PILOT. CATAPULT & PILGRIM ASSOCIATES WILL EVALUATE THIS PILOT PROJECT IN JUNE 2019. IF SUCCESSFUL, THE INITIAL TEAM WILL CONTINUE TO MEET, AND BASED ON DEMAND, FUTURE GROUPS MAY BE CREATED. LAKELAND ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS CATAPULT SECURED AN AGREEMENT WITH SADDLE CREEK LOGISTICS TO BE THE PRESENTING SPONSOR FOR OUR NEW ANNUAL LAKELAND ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 15, 2019. THE TOTAL VALUE OF THIS SPONSORSHIP IS 125,000 OVER A 5-YEAR PERIOD. THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD AT HAUS 820 (MANAGED BY FORMER CATAPULT MEMBER, ASHTON EVENTS). ENTERPRENUHER AS A RESULT OF THE ONE-ON-ONE MEETINGS WITH CATAPULT MEMBERS, IT BECAME APPARENT THAT A SUPPORT NETWORK FOR WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS WAS NEEDED. THE CATAPULT TEAM IS PILOTING NETWORKING EVENTS, FORUMS, PANELS, ETC. AIMED AT HELPING WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS. THE FIRST EVENT IS A PANEL DISCUSSION TO DISCUSS HOW TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS WHEN EVERYONE DEFINES IT DIFFERENTLY.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The non-profit's mission, as described in the filing, is “Catapult puts creative capital to work through educational and mentoring programs that: support the professional growth of entrepreneurs, artisans and emerging leaders; help entrepreneurs build and develop sustainable and viable ventures; enables the development of visionary ideas for the lakeland, fl community, as well as central florida; showcase entrepreneurial successes and ideas, as well as establish a platform for social interaction.”.
When describing its duties, they were characterized as: “Catapult lakeland, inc. a community-centered entrepreneur center located in lakeland, fl. we aim to foster the growth of startups in the lakeland, fl and central florida area and maintain their success through affordable membership, thoughtful education, and funding to drive local business forward. catapult lakeland, inc. is a place where entrepreneurs can flourish and develop ideas that result in establishing and growing businesses in the lakeland, florida area through education and mentoring opportunities.”.
- The non-profit has complied with legal regulations by reporting their state of operation as FL.
- The filing shows that the non-profit's address as of 2020 is ONE LAKE MORTON DR, LAKELAND, FL, 33801.
- As of 2020, the non-profit has reported a total of 19 employees on their form.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Does not collect art.
- Does not provide credit counseling.
- Does not have foreign activities.
- Is not a donor-advised fund.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is $3,145,613.
- The compensation policy for the CEO of the organization is not determined through an impartial evaluation and endorsement.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 7 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 2013.
- The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
- The organization is required to file Schedule B.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization's financial statements were compiled or reviewed by an accountant.
- The organization pays $437,018 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $0 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
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