Startup Programs at Tampa Bay Wave

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Accelerating Startup Growth Is Our Business!

Services Designed to Accelerate Startup Growth

Individualized support for your startup – Every startup’s needs are different and are constantly changing which is why our support is completely customized to your business.
The power of community – Tap into our ever-growing community of startups, investors, mentors and more for quality advice and coaching plus strategic introductions to grow your business.
Investing in your long-term success – More than just 90-day accelerator programs, Wave provides year-round support for as long as you need us.

Accelerator Programs

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The Wave’s 90-day, zero-equity accelerator programs provide a dedicated executive coach, structured programming, intensive mentoring from industry experts, strategic introductions, and preparation for investor meetings - all culminating in a Demo Day. The following programs are currently offered on a rotating basis:

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CORE Membership

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We know startups like yours need ongoing support & community. Our CORE Membership program provides you with year-round programming and a membership in a community of entrepreneurs just like you.

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What They Say

Trulli — The Tampa Bay Wave TechDiversity Accelerator really helped us level up our company development. They bring tremendous value and a strong network that has helped us learn and grow.
Tran T. Huynh, D.O.
OpticSurg, President

Three years ago, when we participated in the Tampa Bay Wave, the lessons we learned and relationships gained have been a huge accelerator in our growth to support 15 million lives in all 50 states partnering with payers and providers.

Chris Molaro
Neuroflow, Founder & CEO

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Trulli — Since joining the Wave we have seen exponential company growth on every level. The Wave advisors have helped guide us through the different stages of staring a company and we are extemely thankful for their help!
Aaron White
Co-Founder & CEO, Script

Trulli — The team at Tampa Bay Wave is chock full of driven, passionate leaders with a laser focus on positioning your startup success. Their experience and acumen helped us fill gaps in our market strategy, and they leveraged their personal networks to connect us to strategic partners and investors.
Erik Paul
CEO, Exiom

Trulli — The Tampa Bay Wave has been an important part of the Rxlive team since the very beginning. The Wave’s post accelerator resources – in particular the ongoing engagement with an excellent mentor network – has been extremely helpful. Our involvement with the Wave continues to pay dividends in terms of access to capital, exposure and insight.
Mark Engelen
Founder & CEO, RXLive

Trulli — The Wave presented the best opportunity for SPHER to enhance several useful skills including capital investment communications, networking, and sharpening our vision towards growth. The strong commitment from staff, mentors, and community set the Wave apart from every other Accelerator we looked at joining. We are deeply grateful for the guidance and ongoing contributions to our success.
Raymond Ribble
Founder & CEO, SPHER

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