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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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Emily Burmaster

Receptionist UF InnovateAccelerate @ The Hub
Work Phone: (352) 294-0885 

Biography

Emily is a receptionist for UF Innovate | Accelerate at The Hub. Her duties include onboarding and exiting employees, providing residents with fresh coffee, managing conference room bookings, registering visitors and helping to coordinate parking.
She graduated from the University of Florida in 2012 with a bachelor’s in journalism, and then moved to Hong Kong, where she spent a year teaching English before backpacking Southeast Asia for another year.
Since returning to Florida, Emily has grown her roots here in Gainesville, but she continues to travel as much as possible!
In addition to working with The Hub, she runs her small glass-fusing studio, Pink Tiki Glass Designs, which she started in 2021. Emily regularly pops up at events around town, including the Haile Farmers’ Market every Saturday morning. You can check out Emily’s event schedule and take a peek at her work by visiting her website http://www.pinktikiglassdesigns.com

 

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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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Emily Burmaster

Receptionist UF InnovateAccelerate @ The Hub
Work Phone: (352) 294-0885 

Biography

Emily is a receptionist for UF Innovate | Accelerate at The Hub. Her duties include onboarding and exiting employees, providing residents with fresh coffee, managing conference room bookings, registering visitors and helping to coordinate parking.
She graduated from the University of Florida in 2012 with a bachelor’s in journalism, and then moved to Hong Kong, where she spent a year teaching English before backpacking Southeast Asia for another year.
Since returning to Florida, Emily has grown her roots here in Gainesville, but she continues to travel as much as possible!
In addition to working with The Hub, she runs her small glass-fusing studio, Pink Tiki Glass Designs, which she started in 2021. Emily regularly pops up at events around town, including the Haile Farmers’ Market every Saturday morning. You can check out Emily’s event schedule and take a peek at her work by visiting her website http://www.pinktikiglassdesigns.com

 

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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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Emily Burmaster

Receptionist UF InnovateAccelerate @ The Hub
Work Phone: (352) 294-0885 

Biography

Emily is a receptionist for UF Innovate | Accelerate at The Hub. Her duties include onboarding and exiting employees, providing residents with fresh coffee, managing conference room bookings, registering visitors and helping to coordinate parking.
She graduated from the University of Florida in 2012 with a bachelor’s in journalism, and then moved to Hong Kong, where she spent a year teaching English before backpacking Southeast Asia for another year.
Since returning to Florida, Emily has grown her roots here in Gainesville, but she continues to travel as much as possible!
In addition to working with The Hub, she runs her small glass-fusing studio, Pink Tiki Glass Designs, which she started in 2021. Emily regularly pops up at events around town, including the Haile Farmers’ Market every Saturday morning. You can check out Emily’s event schedule and take a peek at her work by visiting her website http://www.pinktikiglassdesigns.com

 

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The Collaboratory for Business Builders

UF Innovate | The Collaboratory for Business Builders seeks to inspire, educate, and empower founders in all phases of the innovation lifecycle throughout the state of Florida.

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Emily Burmaster

Receptionist UF InnovateAccelerate @ The Hub
Work Phone: (352) 294-0885 

Biography

Emily is a receptionist for UF Innovate | Accelerate at The Hub. Her duties include onboarding and exiting employees, providing residents with fresh coffee, managing conference room bookings, registering visitors and helping to coordinate parking.
She graduated from the University of Florida in 2012 with a bachelor’s in journalism, and then moved to Hong Kong, where she spent a year teaching English before backpacking Southeast Asia for another year.
Since returning to Florida, Emily has grown her roots here in Gainesville, but she continues to travel as much as possible!
In addition to working with The Hub, she runs her small glass-fusing studio, Pink Tiki Glass Designs, which she started in 2021. Emily regularly pops up at events around town, including the Haile Farmers’ Market every Saturday morning. You can check out Emily’s event schedule and take a peek at her work by visiting her website http://www.pinktikiglassdesigns.com

 

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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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Emily Burmaster

Receptionist UF InnovateAccelerate @ The Hub
Work Phone: (352) 294-0885 

Biography

Emily is a receptionist for UF Innovate | Accelerate at The Hub. Her duties include onboarding and exiting employees, providing residents with fresh coffee, managing conference room bookings, registering visitors and helping to coordinate parking.
She graduated from the University of Florida in 2012 with a bachelor’s in journalism, and then moved to Hong Kong, where she spent a year teaching English before backpacking Southeast Asia for another year.
Since returning to Florida, Emily has grown her roots here in Gainesville, but she continues to travel as much as possible!
In addition to working with The Hub, she runs her small glass-fusing studio, Pink Tiki Glass Designs, which she started in 2021. Emily regularly pops up at events around town, including the Haile Farmers’ Market every Saturday morning. You can check out Emily’s event schedule and take a peek at her work by visiting her website http://www.pinktikiglassdesigns.com

 

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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