Startups Making Waves 4/28-5/2: From Bogotá to Tampa Bay, Nufi and SkyTL (powered by Improving Aviation) are Reshaping the Future

At Tampa Bay Wave, we believe the most impactful startups don’t just build companies, they solve real-world problems with bold vision and relentless execution. This week, we’re highlighting two amazing updates from Wave startups that are making serious waves in their respective sectors: Nufi, a Colombian fintech startup tackling one of Latin America’s most pressing […]

Coaching the Future: What 11th Graders Taught Wave About Innovation

Coaching the Future: What 11th Graders Taught Wave About Innovation How Tampa Bay Wave teamed up with Junior Achievement to inspire the next generation of change-makers. A post by Tampa Bay Wave Team member, Prathyusha Reddy.  Spring in Tampa Bay isn’t just about sunshine and spring break, it’s also a season of big ideas and […]

Startups Making Waves: Week of 3/31-4/4

Big Wins for Wave Companies: Redactable, Delorean AI, and Kind Designs Making Headlines At Tampa Bay Wave, it is always a thrill to spotlight the momentum of our portfolio companies. Here are two exciting updates from this week that Wave is proud to share First up, a massive congratulations to Venteur, a standout from our […]

Startups Making Waves 3/24-3/28

  Startups Making Waves: Redactable, Delorean AI, and Kind Designs Shine Bright Welcome to Startups Making Waves, our weekly update on the Wave startups that are making huge moves, grabbing headlines, and pushing boundaries across industries. From groundbreaking AI applications to bluetech innovation, Tampa Bay Wave companies are scaling fast and building a better future—and […]

🚀 15 Groundbreaking Startups Join Tampa Bay Wave’s 2025 Tech|X Accelerator Cohort

15 Disruptive Startups are in Tampa and Ready to Transform Industries in the 2025 Tech|X Accelerator Big ideas. Bold founders. Game-changing tech. Tampa Bay Wave is turning up the heat with the launch of the 2025 Tech|X Accelerator cohort—and it’s packed with 15 high-growth startups that are ready to shake up industries from healthcare to […]

Startups Making Waves: 3/17 – 3/21

This week, three standout startups from the Tampa Bay Wave community are making headlines across the country. From national media spotlights to strategic partnerships, these companies are pushing boundaries and gaining serious traction. Here’s a look at what’s new: 🌍 Kind Designs to Be Featured in CBS & Paramount+ Series Kind Designs shared the exciting […]

Innovation Takes Center Stage at Tampa Bay Wave’s CyberTech|X Pitch Night

February 27, 2025 A Night of Cybersecurity Innovation On February 25th, Tampa Bay Wave’s fifth annual CyberTech|X Program concluded with an incredible pitch night at CAMLS that will truly go down in Wave history! Fifteen innovative companies showcased cutting-edge solutions to pressing cybersecurity challenges that impact everyone—from industry experts to everyday users. The evening embodied […]

Wave’s $1Billion Milestone is a Tampa Bay Community Story

Tampa Bay Wave’s $1Billion Milestone… is a Tampa Bay Community Story https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNaX9wZmiQE&t=14s Tampa Bay Wave is thrilled to announce a transformative achievement in Tampa Bay’s entrepreneurial landscape: Tampa Bay Wave’s portfolio companies have collectively raised over $1 billion in investment capital. This milestone positions us among the top five nonprofit accelerators in the United States, […]

Wave Announces New LatinTech Accelerator in Partnership with Tampa Bay Latin Chamber

With the support of U.S. Representative Kathy Castor, Wave is proud to announce $500,000 in new federal funding to launch the LatinTech Accelerator in partnership with the Tampa Bay Latin Chamber! This initiative will drive economic growth and mobility, and further promote diversity and inclusivity throughout Tampa Bay’s entrepreneurial ecosystem by removing barriers for Latino founders and […]