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¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵCONNECT Incubators and Accelerators

supporting start-ups with research and resources

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵCONNECT is the business and economic development initiative of the University of South Florida (USF) that provides support for companies including technology and life science start-ups by facilitating access to top-tier research, business development programming, faculty, students, supporting organizations, and funding sources.

Incubators and Accelerators at ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵCONNECT

Tampa Bay Technology Incubator

Evolve Accelerator

Student Innovation Incubator

energizing tampa bay's entrepreneurial ecosystem

As s a Tampa Bay Entrepreneurial Support Organization (ESO), ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵConnect:

• Drives economic development through several programs including the Tampa Bay Technology Incubator (TBTI) and its Evolve Accelerator, and the Student Innovation Incubator (SII).
  
  
• Unites technology and talent with businesses throughout the greater Tampa Bay region, providing access to top-tier research, faculty, students, inventors, local organizations, economic development councils, supporting industry and capital funding sources
  
  
• Facilitates the needs of Tampa Bay's technology and bio/life sciences entrepreneurs throughout the business life cycle by providing professional amenities and resources for successful business development and technology commercialization

Work & Meeting Spaces for usf incubator companies

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵCONNECT Co-Working Space

Located on the first floor of ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵCONNECT, the co-working space features a selection of versatile work stations and free freshly-brewed coffee for incubator companies. This space is professional and comfortable — great for those looking to get out of the office and/or collaborate in large groups.

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵCONNECT Boardrooms

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵCONNECT houses four different boardrooms. Between them, significant flexibility is provided in the level and size of the meetings that can be accommodated. Notably, the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵCONNECT Boardroom is designed for executive level meetings and presentations. It has the capability to comfortably seat 15 to 20 people. The room is also equipped with:

• Oval shaped conference table and chairs
• LCD projection equipment, conference phone and easel
• Food service credenza and adjoining coffee bar

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵCONNECT Mentoring Room

Providing relative soundproofing and privacy, these rooms create an environment where mentors can best assist incubated companies. Rooms include a round table and three chairs.