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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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Patricia Reineke

Licensing Associate UF InnovateTech Licensing
Work Phone: (352) 392-8933

Biography

Patti works with Licensing Officer Hera Lichtenbeld, assisting in portfolio management for the life science area. She and Hera manage invention disclosures, patent prosecution, MTAs, CDAs, research agreements and licensing agreements for UF innovators in the life sciences. Many of the innovators are those working in the medical and biomedical disciplines.

Patti is a returning retiree, having previously worked eighteen years in our Tech Licensing office. She worked at UF Innovate | Tech Licensing until 2021, and then returned to UF in her current role in 2024.

Patti’s background prior to Tech Licensing includes several years in the legal profession with a career as a Paralegal.

Patti is a “project” person. In her spare time, she enjoys landscaping the yard and doing other home improvement projects.

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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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Patricia Reineke

Licensing Associate UF InnovateTech Licensing
Work Phone: (352) 392-8933

Biography

Patti works with Licensing Officer Hera Lichtenbeld, assisting in portfolio management for the life science area. She and Hera manage invention disclosures, patent prosecution, MTAs, CDAs, research agreements and licensing agreements for UF innovators in the life sciences. Many of the innovators are those working in the medical and biomedical disciplines.

Patti is a returning retiree, having previously worked eighteen years in our Tech Licensing office. She worked at UF Innovate | Tech Licensing until 2021, and then returned to UF in her current role in 2024.

Patti’s background prior to Tech Licensing includes several years in the legal profession with a career as a Paralegal.

Patti is a “project” person. In her spare time, she enjoys landscaping the yard and doing other home improvement projects.

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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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Patricia Reineke

Licensing Associate UF InnovateTech Licensing
Work Phone: (352) 392-8933

Biography

Patti works with Licensing Officer Hera Lichtenbeld, assisting in portfolio management for the life science area. She and Hera manage invention disclosures, patent prosecution, MTAs, CDAs, research agreements and licensing agreements for UF innovators in the life sciences. Many of the innovators are those working in the medical and biomedical disciplines.

Patti is a returning retiree, having previously worked eighteen years in our Tech Licensing office. She worked at UF Innovate | Tech Licensing until 2021, and then returned to UF in her current role in 2024.

Patti’s background prior to Tech Licensing includes several years in the legal profession with a career as a Paralegal.

Patti is a “project” person. In her spare time, she enjoys landscaping the yard and doing other home improvement projects.

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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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Patricia Reineke

Licensing Associate UF InnovateTech Licensing
Work Phone: (352) 392-8933

Biography

Patti works with Licensing Officer Hera Lichtenbeld, assisting in portfolio management for the life science area. She and Hera manage invention disclosures, patent prosecution, MTAs, CDAs, research agreements and licensing agreements for UF innovators in the life sciences. Many of the innovators are those working in the medical and biomedical disciplines.

Patti is a returning retiree, having previously worked eighteen years in our Tech Licensing office. She worked at UF Innovate | Tech Licensing until 2021, and then returned to UF in her current role in 2024.

Patti’s background prior to Tech Licensing includes several years in the legal profession with a career as a Paralegal.

Patti is a “project” person. In her spare time, she enjoys landscaping the yard and doing other home improvement projects.

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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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Patricia Reineke

Licensing Associate UF InnovateTech Licensing
Work Phone: (352) 392-8933

Biography

Patti works with Licensing Officer Hera Lichtenbeld, assisting in portfolio management for the life science area. She and Hera manage invention disclosures, patent prosecution, MTAs, CDAs, research agreements and licensing agreements for UF innovators in the life sciences. Many of the innovators are those working in the medical and biomedical disciplines.

Patti is a returning retiree, having previously worked eighteen years in our Tech Licensing office. She worked at UF Innovate | Tech Licensing until 2021, and then returned to UF in her current role in 2024.

Patti’s background prior to Tech Licensing includes several years in the legal profession with a career as a Paralegal.

Patti is a “project” person. In her spare time, she enjoys landscaping the yard and doing other home improvement projects.

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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