University of Florida
University of Florida
uf innovate | accelerate

Programs

Our programs focus on four proven business-building pillars to accelerate a venture’s development and potential success.

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Capital

  • Pitch Clinic
  • Fluency Score
  • SBIR Catalytic Grant
  • Elite Mentorship Program

Customer(s)

  • Wendy Kennedy International (WKI) tools
  • Selling Simplified
  • Founder’s Edge

Community

  • One Award-Winning Program, Two World-Class Facilities
  • Themed Social Events
  • Peer-to-Peer Networking
  • Stage 2 Graduate Facilities (future)
  • Innovate “Star” Experiences
  • Family Feel (care, concern, check-ins)

Competencies

Tools
  • Mindset
  • Advisor Program
  • Vendor Showcases
Boot Camps
  • PR/advocacy
  • Four Ps of Storytelling
  • Sales Strategy 101
  • Building a Great Team (talent broker, scouting)
Skill Building
  • Student Learning Projects
  • Experts in Residence
  • Lunch ‘n’ Learns
  • Founder’s Series
  • Office Hours (with staff)

Additional Tools & Resources

NaviGator

Let us help you start your business with the right info and support.

Statewide ESO Ecosystem

Entrepreneurial support organizations help turn dreams into reality for entrepreneurs and business builders.

Lean Startup Course

A masterclass for product, innovation, and technology professionals

US SBA Learning Center

Boost your business skills today—explore free resources at the SBA Learning Center!

Community Engagement fy24

111

Events in FY24

18

Lunch & Learns

14

Networking

8

Workshops & Clinics

24

Office Hours

1,805

Event Attendees

9

Vendor Shows

14

Webinars

7

Student Projects/
Collaborations with UF Colleges/
Departments

17

Surprise & Delight

Types of Events

  • Lunch & Learns

  • Vendor Shows

  • Webinars

  • Workshops & Clinics

  • Office Hours

  • Innovation Hours

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Sid Martin Biotech

12085 Research Dr, Alachua, FL 32615

Mailing Address

12085 Research Dr, Alachua, FL 32615

Phone Number
(386) 462-0880
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The Hub

747 SW 2nd Ave STE 160, Gainesville, FL 32601

Mailing Address

747 SW 2nd Ave STE 160, Gainesville, FL 32601

Phone Number

(352) 294-0885

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