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CyberTech|X Accelerator

Join the CyberTech|X
Accelerator

The CyberTech|X Accelerator provides innovative cybersecurity startups with access to strategic support, global networking, and mentorship from industry leaders like our key sponsors and partners at A-LIGN, Bank of America, Cyber Florida, DTCC, EDA, EY, and KnowBe4.

Capital

Receive warm introductions to 500+ members of our nationally accredited investor network. Get expert coaching on pitches and negotiation strategies.

Connections

Attend networking events and receive strategic introductions to business prospects, government, and community leaders.

Community

Connect with cohort startup peers and engage in a range of community events and networking opportunities.

Mentor

Get coaching and mentorship from our well-vetted community of 220+ subject matter experts.

Exposure

Take advantage of Wave’s robust media and social presence. Showcase your startup at Wave’s Pitch Night community event.

Savings

Gain exclusive annual savings of $100,000+ on startup resources through Morrow and other affiliate partnerships.

Criteria For Consideration

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Accelerator Applications Are Currently Closed

Thank you for your interest in our CyberTech|X Accelerator Program. While applications are currently closed, we’d love to keep you updated. Sign up below, and we’ll notify you as soon as the next application period opens.

Key Dates

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October 18, 2024

Application Opens

December 13, 2024

Application Closes

January 13, 2025

Kick Off Week

February 27, 2025

Pitch Night

Strategic Partners

Advisory Council

Asim Murad

SVP, Technology Partnerships at Bank of America

Cathy Ryan Reneer

Managing Director at JP Morgan Chase & Co.

Danielle Alvarez

Managing Director at Accenture

Erich Kron

Security Awareness Advocate / Technical Evangelist at KnowBe4

Ernie Ferraresso

Director of Cyber Florida

Jennifer Graham

Managing Director at Accenture

Kishen Sridharan

Technology Partnerships Executive at Raymond James

Lee Gray

Strategic Advisor, US Army Cyber Command

Mai Ensmann

Assistant Cyber Program Manager at Cyber Florida

Mike Fraser

VP of Product Management, DevSecOps and Automation at Sophos ( formerly Refactr)

Mina Khalil

SBIR Program Manager at USSOCOM

Petar Besalev

EVP Cybersecurity and Compliance Services at A-LIGN

Rolando Torres

Co-Founder & COO at Abacode

Sumit Bhatia

Chief Business Officer at Toronto Business Development Centre

Victor Gamarra

Enterprise Risk Leader

Vince Rocca

Co-Founder and CIO at Digital Hands

Raymond Ribble

Startup Spotlight

Raymond Ribble

Founder/CEO

“Tampa Bay Wave presented the best opportunity for SPHER to enhance several useful skills, including capital investment communication, networking, and sharpening our vision towards growth. The strong commitment from staff, mentors, and community set Wave apart from every other Accelerator we looked at joining. We are deeply grateful for the guidance and ongoing contributions to our success.”

Pillars of Innovation Sponsors