Gator CoLab is a founder community within UF Innovate | Accelerate that combines flexible workspace, entrepreneurial support, and meaningful connections to help innovators build and grow their ventures.
Gator CoLab is a founder community within UF Innovate | Accelerate that combines flexible workspace, entrepreneurial support, and meaningful connections to help innovators build and grow their ventures.
Whether you’re launching a new venture, building momentum, or looking for a community that understands the entrepreneurial journey, Gator CoLab provides the space and support to help you grow.
As a program of UF Innovate | Accelerate, Gator CoLab connects founders to a broader innovation ecosystem while offering flexible membership options tailored to different needs and stages of growth.
Gator CoLab provides more than just a place to work. Members gain access to the people, programs, and resources that help entrepreneurs move forward.
Workspace
Work in a professional environment designed for productivity, collaboration, and innovation.
Community
Connect with entrepreneurs, innovators, and professionals who understand the challenges of building a business.
Support
Access mentorship, programming, and accountability designed to help founders stay focused and make progress.
Connections
Tap into the broader UF Innovate ecosystem and build relationships that can help accelerate growth.
Whether you’re looking for a productive workspace or more structured entrepreneurial support, Gator CoLab offers membership options designed to meet you where you are.
For entrepreneurs, remote professionals, and innovators seeking a flexible workspace and entrepreneurial community.
Includes:
Best for: Entrepreneurs seeking a professional environment and opportunities to connect with other innovators.
For founders who want workspace plus structured support to help accelerate their growth.
Includes:
Best for: Founders looking for guidance, structure, and ongoing support as they build and grow their ventures.
No. CoLab memberships are available to entrepreneurs and professionals regardless of University of Florida affiliation.
Mentorship is included with the CoLab Coworking+ membership.
No. All Coworking memberships provide access to a communal workspace with first-come, first-served seating.
Yes. Remote founders are welcome to participate in CoLab and access available resources and programming.
Coworking provides flexible workspace and access to the entrepreneurial community. Coworking+ includes workspace along with additional entrepreneurial support, coaching, mentorship, resource connections, and engagement opportunities within the UF Innovate ecosystem.
No. Memberships are structured as annual agreements.
No. CoLab provides access to resources, education, mentorship, and connections, but does not provide or guarantee funding, investment, or business outcomes.
Whether you’re building a new venture, looking for a professional workspace, or seeking connections within the innovation ecosystem, Gator CoLab is here to support your next step.
12085 Research Dr, Alachua, FL 32615
12085 Research Dr, Alachua, FL 32615
747 SW 2nd Ave STE 160, Gainesville, FL 32601
747 SW 2nd Ave STE 160, Gainesville, FL 32601
(352) 294-0885
