UF Innovate Accelerate

ies and (2) to increase the likelihood of success of the business ventures it serves. By offering a structured business entrepreneurship support program and surrounding our entrepreneurial ventures with important business-building capabilities, UF Innovate | Accelerate clients can grow faster and stronger than they would on their own by accessing proven business-development that accelerates venture growth, investment and success. These high-quality services include, but are not limited to:
• access to mentors and trusted advisors;
• introductions to knowledgeable small business service providers and resource partners;
• capital access support (including VC and angel introductions and pitch deck preparation support);
• special events, workshops, and classes with skilled practitioners, surrounded by more than 90 other like-minded, early-stage venture founders
• curated business development support services, and
• access to shared services (IT, business center, shared scientific equipment, and facility common areas). Selection is highly competitive and is done through a formal application process and payment of a non-refundable application fee.