Build What’s Next: Support Tampa Bay Wave Through Annual Giving

Build What’s Next: Support Tampa Bay Wave Through Annual Giving Great companies need more than a strong idea. They need an ecosystem that gives founders access to the relationships, resources and opportunities that help them grow. Across Tampa Bay, entrepreneurs are building companies with the potential to shape our region’s economy for years to come. […]

Bridging the Bay

Bridging the Bay: Tampa Bay Wave and spARK Labs Connect Tampa Bay’s Innovation Communities Across Tampa Bay, founders are building companies, finding customers, meeting investors and tapping into expertise on both sides of Tampa Bay. The stronger those connections become, the stronger the region becomes as a place to start and scale a company. That […]

Meet the 2026 FinTech|X Accelerator Cohort

Meet Tampa Bay Wave’s 2026 FinTech|X Accelerator Cohort Strong founders solving real problems  Dr. Richard Munassi, MD, MBA, Tampa Bay Wave Accelerator and CORE Program Managing Director, says this group stands out. “This year’s FinTech|X cohort is one of our strongest and most exciting groups to date. These founders are not only addressing key issues […]

2026 BlueTech|X Accelerator Pitch Night Recap

Building Florida’s Blue Economy: 2026 Tampa Bay Wave BlueTech|X Accelerator Pitch Night Some of Florida’s greatest innovation opportunities are emerging from one of its oldest economic drivers: the water. On September 17, Tampa Bay Wave brought founders, investors, industry leaders and community partners together at Port Tampa Bay for the 2026 BlueTech|X Accelerator Pitch Night, […]

Tampa Bay Wave Portfolio Companies Surpass $2 Billion Raised

Tampa Bay Wave Portfolio Companies Surpass $2 Billion Raised Tampa Bay Wave announces $2 billion in capital raised by portfolio companies Capital follows strong companies. Strong companies grow where founders can find the right support, relationships and opportunities. Tampa Bay Wave’s portfolio companies have now collectively raised more than $2 billion in capital, marking a […]