fbpx

Built for Founders.
Fueled by Community.

We’re entrepreneurs helping entrepreneurs transform innovative ideas into real-world solutions and scalable businesses, fueling important social and economic change in Florida and elsewhere.

We Are Tampa
Bay Wave

What started as a meetup in 2008 has evolved into Florida’s #1 Accelerator and tech startup support organization. We are a “for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs” innovation community working to foster a stronger and bigger tech startup ecosystem in Tampa Bay and throughout Florida. We are also fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization, staff, and operations.

team_photo

Startup
Programs

Core
Membership

Events

Networking

Corporate
Innovation
Program

Innovation
Hub

Accelerator
Programs

Mentor
Programs

Investor
Programs

Scholarships

CyberTech

What started as a meetup in 2008 has evolved into Florida’s #1 Accelerator and tech startup support organization.

HealthTech

What started as a meetup in 2008 has evolved into Florida’s #1 Accelerator and tech startup support organization.

TechDiversity

What started as a meetup in 2008 has evolved into Florida’s #1 Accelerator and tech startup support organization.

Start-Up Support

What started as a meetup in 2008 has evolved into Florida’s #1 Accelerator and tech startup support organization.

LatinTech

What started as a meetup in 2008 has evolved into Florida’s #1 Accelerator and tech startup support organization.

FinTech

What started as a meetup in 2008 has evolved into Florida’s #1 Accelerator and tech startup support organization.

Upcoming Event

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consetetur sadipscing elitr, sed diam nonumy eirmod tempor invidunt ut labore et dolore magna aliquyam erat, sed diam voluptua.

BUSINESS IMPACT

527

Startups
Supported

5200

JOBS
CREATED

30

Countries Represented From
Startup Founders

Now 86%

DIVERSE AND
UNDERPRESENTED FOUNDERS

Now 46%

Women
Founders

2500+

Annual Training
Hours

$900

MM

Capital Raised

STARTUP FOUNDERS FROM

0

Santo Cannone

Board Member and Strategic Advisor 

“There is amazing energy around the tech startup community in Tampa Bay. As the Chairman of the Board for Tampa Bay Wave and a Wave mentor, I’ve had the opportunity to work with impressive entrepreneurs with exciting solutions. Supporting their success and that of our region is truly rewarding.”

Founder

Investor

Supporter

Community

Accelerating Startup Success

Every startup is unique, which is why our zero-equity accelerator programs are tailored specifically to your business needs and evolve alongside your journey to success. Each accelerator member has access to our growing community of startups, investors, and mentors for advice, coaching, and strategic introductions to accelerate your business growth.

Support Wave

Supporting Tampa Bay Wave fosters innovation, growth, and startup success through diverse contributions, scholarships, and partnerships, empowering startups to thrive.

Startup Accelerators

Our accelerator programs fast-track startups with expert coaching and key introductions. Alumni have created over 5,000 jobs, significantly impacting local and global communities.

Memberships

Started in 2008, we are Florida’s top accelerator and tech startup support organization, built “for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs,” driving innovation, growth, and success across industries.

The Ripple Effect

Our reach spans 30 countries, with 46% women-led and 86% diverse founders. In 2024, we aim to create a $10MM seed fund and surpass $1B in total fundraising efforts globally.

Pillars of Innovation Sponsors