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LEADERSHIP TEAM

The Leadership Team at UF Innovate drives innovation and entrepreneurship with diverse expertise in strategic planning, business development, and industry collaboration. Our dedicated professionals support startups and transform groundbreaking ideas into successful ventures, positioning UF Innovate as a leader in technological advancement.

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Tech licensing

The Tech Licensing Team at UF Innovate is dedicated to transforming cutting-edge research into marketable products. With expertise in intellectual property management and industry partnerships, our team supports innovators in navigating the commercialization process, fostering the development of groundbreaking technologies.

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Andrea Dautant

Marketing & Communications Manager UF InnovateTech Licensing, Accelerate
Work Phone: 352-294-3563

Biography

Andrea serves as a marketing and communications manager, supporting all UF Innovate entities. In her role, Andrea is the tech editor for UF Innovate | Tech Licensing, working closely with the licensing teams and interns to write and edit non-confidential summaries for technologies and conduct prior searches. In addition, she also specializes in social media, curating news briefs, photographing happenings at UF Innovate, and managing the content going out on the Tech Licensing social channels, with the support of a social media intern. 

Andrea got her start in tech transfer when she joined UF Innovate | Tech Licensing as a marketing intern in 2018. She quickly transitioned out of that role and moved into that of a social media intern, handling the content going out on the Tech Licensing social channels until her graduation from the University of Florida in 2020. Andrea gained industry experience working for a digital marketing agency as a social media specialist and digital marketing coordinator, furthering her passion for social media, communications, and customer service. She returned to UF Innovate in 2022, ready to make the world a better place, an innovation at a time. 

Andrea holds a B.S. in agricultural education and communication, with a specialization in communication and leadership development (CLD), and a minor in mass communications from the University of Florida. In her free time, you can find Andrea cooking, baking, and discovering everything Gainesville has to offer.   

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Ventures

The Ventures Team at UF Innovate champions entrepreneurial success through strategic support and investment opportunities. With a focus on nurturing scalable ventures and fostering industry partnerships, our team drives innovation forward, shaping the future of technology and business.

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ACCELERATE

The Accelerate Team at UF Innovate is committed to catalyzing the growth of startups and entrepreneurs. With a focus on providing resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities, our team empowers innovators to accelerate their ideas into thriving businesses.

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Andrea Dautant

Marketing & Communications Manager UF InnovateTech Licensing, Accelerate
Work Phone: 352-294-3563

Biography

Andrea serves as a marketing and communications manager, supporting all UF Innovate entities. In her role, Andrea is the tech editor for UF Innovate | Tech Licensing, working closely with the licensing teams and interns to write and edit non-confidential summaries for technologies and conduct prior searches. In addition, she also specializes in social media, curating news briefs, photographing happenings at UF Innovate, and managing the content going out on the Tech Licensing social channels, with the support of a social media intern. 

Andrea got her start in tech transfer when she joined UF Innovate | Tech Licensing as a marketing intern in 2018. She quickly transitioned out of that role and moved into that of a social media intern, handling the content going out on the Tech Licensing social channels until her graduation from the University of Florida in 2020. Andrea gained industry experience working for a digital marketing agency as a social media specialist and digital marketing coordinator, furthering her passion for social media, communications, and customer service. She returned to UF Innovate in 2022, ready to make the world a better place, an innovation at a time. 

Andrea holds a B.S. in agricultural education and communication, with a specialization in communication and leadership development (CLD), and a minor in mass communications from the University of Florida. In her free time, you can find Andrea cooking, baking, and discovering everything Gainesville has to offer.   

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pathways

UF Innovate | Pathways serves to empower innovators with training and resources to support innovation and commercialization at UF. Whether you are a faculty member, postdoctoral associate, staff, or student, take advantage of these programs to enhance your knowledge and advance your ideas to market. 

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Andrea Dautant

Marketing & Communications Manager UF InnovateTech Licensing, Accelerate
Work Phone: 352-294-3563

Biography

Andrea serves as a marketing and communications manager, supporting all UF Innovate entities. In her role, Andrea is the tech editor for UF Innovate | Tech Licensing, working closely with the licensing teams and interns to write and edit non-confidential summaries for technologies and conduct prior searches. In addition, she also specializes in social media, curating news briefs, photographing happenings at UF Innovate, and managing the content going out on the Tech Licensing social channels, with the support of a social media intern. 

Andrea got her start in tech transfer when she joined UF Innovate | Tech Licensing as a marketing intern in 2018. She quickly transitioned out of that role and moved into that of a social media intern, handling the content going out on the Tech Licensing social channels until her graduation from the University of Florida in 2020. Andrea gained industry experience working for a digital marketing agency as a social media specialist and digital marketing coordinator, furthering her passion for social media, communications, and customer service. She returned to UF Innovate in 2022, ready to make the world a better place, an innovation at a time. 

Andrea holds a B.S. in agricultural education and communication, with a specialization in communication and leadership development (CLD), and a minor in mass communications from the University of Florida. In her free time, you can find Andrea cooking, baking, and discovering everything Gainesville has to offer.   

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Marketing Team

Driving visibility and impact, the UF Innovate marketing team amplifies the stories of innovation, entrepreneurship, and research at the University of Florida.

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Andrea Dautant

Marketing & Communications Manager UF InnovateTech Licensing, Accelerate
Work Phone: 352-294-3563

Biography

Andrea serves as a marketing and communications manager, supporting all UF Innovate entities. In her role, Andrea is the tech editor for UF Innovate | Tech Licensing, working closely with the licensing teams and interns to write and edit non-confidential summaries for technologies and conduct prior searches. In addition, she also specializes in social media, curating news briefs, photographing happenings at UF Innovate, and managing the content going out on the Tech Licensing social channels, with the support of a social media intern. 

Andrea got her start in tech transfer when she joined UF Innovate | Tech Licensing as a marketing intern in 2018. She quickly transitioned out of that role and moved into that of a social media intern, handling the content going out on the Tech Licensing social channels until her graduation from the University of Florida in 2020. Andrea gained industry experience working for a digital marketing agency as a social media specialist and digital marketing coordinator, furthering her passion for social media, communications, and customer service. She returned to UF Innovate in 2022, ready to make the world a better place, an innovation at a time. 

Andrea holds a B.S. in agricultural education and communication, with a specialization in communication and leadership development (CLD), and a minor in mass communications from the University of Florida. In her free time, you can find Andrea cooking, baking, and discovering everything Gainesville has to offer.   

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