Hello 2021!
By Linda Olson, CEO, Tampa Bay Wave If you are like me, you are both glad that 2020 is over but also still reflecting on what has to be one of the most unusual years… dare I say “unprecedented.” While it was truly exhausting, I am not only very proud of the work that Tampa […]
Tampa Bay Wave Selects 15 New Tech Startups for the 2020 TechDiversity Accelerator Cohort
Tampa Bay Wave is proud to announce their 21st accelerator cohort for the 2020 TechDiversity Accelerator. Tampa Bay Wave has selected fifteen tech companies to join their cohort for the TechDiversity Accelerator, a program that has been supported by the Nielsen Foundation since 2018. This is an international program designed for early-stage tech companies that […]
Evolving From a Startup to an Established Business
Evolving From a Startup to an Established Business by Jim Donatelli, St. Petersburg/Clearwater Market Executive for Regions Bank The startup days can be hard at times with long hours, big accomplishments and major decisions. Eventually, though, your business will need to become a more mature entity. Here are three critical components to think about as […]
3 Reasons Why Women Make Great Entrepreneurs
3 Reasons Why Women Make Great Entrepreneurs by Mary Key, Ph.D. I was speaking with the founder of an entrepreneurial company about women in business. He said, “You know, my wife is the most incredible multi-tasker. She can integrate work, family and personal commitments with ease and grace that I will never have.” His comment […]
Protect Your IP: Three Important Agreements for Founders and Executives
Protect Your IP: Three Important Agreements for Founders and Executives. By Tom Cockriel, Trenam Law Attorney As you grow your business, develop your intellectual property, and fine-tune your processes, it will be very important that you protect your confidential information and intellectual property. Most people know that obtaining patents, trademarks, and copyright registrations are common […]
Why Tampa Bay Wave?
The concept of paying it forward and the idea that small, consistent acts add up over time have shaped the values and careers of many – including mine. The actions and results inspired by these values are why Cherry Bekaert’s Tampa office and I are especially proud to support Tampa Bay Wave. About Tampa Bay […]
Connective Tissue: The Untapped Value of a CMO in your Startup
The primary role of the founder and CEO is ever-changing and by that, I don’t mean that it is constantly evolving over time, even though it is. What I mean is that it changes from one moment to the next and at times in a split second. And while the list of your duties, roles, […]
Imagine the Possibilities if We All Think Big for Kids
What do entrepreneurs look like? Especially tech entrepreneurs? Many people might conjure up visions of young college grads in flip flops with laptops hanging out at a hip urban coffee shop. To add to the stereotype, many people might also assume a certain gender and skin tone. On some measures, such as the demographics of […]
It Takes a Whole County to Create and Sustain a Company
Tampa’s rise as a technology hub is no accident. It has been years in the making with many behind the scenes supporters, one such leader is Hillsborough County government and County Commissioners, who created the EDi2 program in 2013. The purpose of the Hillsborough County Economic Development Innovation Initiative (EDi2) program is to grow technology […]
The Choice For Female Entrepreneurs & The Support Of A Community
Written by: Robyn Spoto, Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Tampa Bay Wavefounder, SpotOn Digital Media The facts: There are fewer female tech entrepreneurs in Tampa than males – OK, not just Tampa – but frankly, that doesn’t bother me. I often hear that we need to change the ratio and get more women and girls interested in tech and […]
