TechDiversity Accelerator
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Tech Diversity
Accelerator
The TechDiversity Accelerator expands opportunities for diverse and underrepresented founders. Powered by the Nielsen Foundation, this accelerator provides startups with a collaborative environment and access to mentoring, educational programming, critical connections, and media exposure at no cost.
Capital
Receive warm introductions to 500+ members of our nationally accredited investor network. Get expert coaching on pitches and negotiation strategies.
Connections
Attend networking events and receive strategic introductions to business prospects, government, and community leaders.
Community
Connect with cohort startup peers and engage in a range of community events and networking opportunities.
Mentor
Get coaching and mentorship from our well-vetted community of 220+ subject matter experts.
Exposure
Take advantage of Wave’s robust media and social presence. Showcase your startup at Wave’s Pitch Night community event.
Savings
Gain exclusive annual savings of $100,000+ on startup resources through Morrow and other affiliate partnerships.
Who We Support
The TechDiversity Accelerator nurtures early-stage tech companies led by minority entrepreneurs to enhance diversity throughout the industry and Tampa Bay.
Criteria For Consideration
- Tech startups at least 50% owned, operated, and controlled by people of color, women, veterans, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, or a combination thereof
- Dedicated management by at least two full-time team members
- Ability to travel to Tampa twice during the program
- Market validation
- Scalable, investable business
- Viable business plan
- Financial runway of a minimum of 6-12 months
Join the TechDiversity|X Accelerator
Accelerator Applications Are Currently Closed
Thank you for your interest in our Accelerator Program. While applications are currently closed, we’d love to keep you updated. Sign up below, and we’ll notify you as soon as the next application period opens.
Key Dates
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May 1, 2023
Application Opens
July 14, 2023
Application Closes
August 28, 2023
Program Kickoff
October 19, 2023
Pitch Night
Startup Spotlight
Abhi Sastri
Founder & CEO of FLUIX Inc
“TechDiversity Accelerator has been the most fulfilling experience for FLUIX! Through this program, I feel I leveled up as a founder, fundraiser, and leader! The team at Tampa Bay Wave introduced me to my first angel investor in our round, new partners, and potential customers. Thank you to the Tampa Bay Wave team and the fellow high-caliber entrepreneurs in our cohort for making the 2023 TechDiversity Accelerator an extremely valuable experience.”
