TechDiversity - Tampa Bay Wave

Criteria for Consideration

51% owned, controlled and operated by people of color (including Black, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Latino or Latina, Native or other minority entrepreneurs), women, veterans, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities or combination thereof.
Dedicated management of at least two full-time people
Ability to travel to Tampa at least 3 times during the 90-day program*
Proof of market validation
Investable and/or scalable business
Viable business plan
Financial runaway of at least 6-12 months

* Programming will be 100% virtual until it is safe to resume in-person.

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Accelerator Benefits

Guidance and Mentorship

Dedicated Support & Coaching
One of the largest mentor networks with various subject matter & vertical expertise, including programming designed to help you efficiently connect with the best mentors for your startup
24/7 access to online portal for cohort companies and Wave’s Mentor Network
Continued support beyond 90days with free CORE membership for an additional 3 months

Community and Connections

Invites to socials, community events and other opportunities to network and engage
Massive community exposure during the mid-program Pitch Night, one of Wave’s signature public events that typically attracts hundreds (& sells out!)
Strategic introductions such as to prospective customers and other business opportunities

Access to Capital

Growing and engaged investor network with introductions based on readiness and investor fit
Capital coaching to help prepare for Pitches, Investor Meetings, etc.
Exposure during TechDiversity Demo Day (exclusively for accredited investors)

Exposure and Savings

$2,000 Travel Stipend provided to each accepted company to help offset the cost of travel to Tampa
PR and Marketing support to communicate successes and celebrate milestones
Flexible office space and meeting rooms access
Well-over $10,000 in annual savings with our perks partners

Program Structure

Build + Launch + Grow

Build, launch and grow are not only the phases of any startup venture, they are the framework by which we support our companies. Our BUILD-LAUNCH-GROW framework provides targeted support for the demands your company will experience that will ultimately lead to success.

Mentorship

Mentorship is one of the single most important tools for any startup founder or CEO. Tampa Bay Wave’s extensive network of mentors provide a unique and diverse group of experts that will provide infinite value throughout your company’s journey toward success.

Extensive Network

It’s been said that it’s all about who you know. Tampa Bay Wave’s extensive network of supporters, mentors, entrepreneurs in residence, community advocates and business leaders make up a tremendous community of people who will provide you and your company a firm foundation of growth.

Applications Open	January 16, 2023
Application Deadline	March 31, 2023
Program kickoff	May 8, 2023
Demo Day	TBD

Criteria for Consideration

Click the button below to access the application...

Accelerator Benefits

Guidance and Mentorship

Community and Connections

Access to Capital

Exposure and Savings

Program Structure

Build + Launch + Grow

Mentorship

Extensive Network

Demo Day

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