LatinTech Accelerator
Join the LatinTech|X
Accelerator
The LatinTech Accelerator, in partnership with the Tampa Bay Latin Chamber of Commerce and supported by notable figures such as U.S. Representative Kathy Castor, is powered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). This program aims to support exceptional Latin founders at pre-seed to Series A stage startups, addressing the significant underrepresentation of Latin entrepreneurs in the tech sector.
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.
Criteria For Consideration
- Early-stage startups at least 50% owned, controlled, and managed by Latino entrepreneurs
- Managed full-time by at least two team members
- Ability to travel and stay in Tampa at least twice during the program
- Proof of market validation
- Scalable, investable business model
- Demonstrated business plan viability
- At least 6-12 months of financial runway
Join the LatinTech|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.
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Application Opens
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Application Closes
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Kick Off Week
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Pitch Night
Advisory Council
Ana Cruz
Managing Partner at Ballard Partners
Andre Toaldo
Finance Operations, Ex-Google, Investor & Board Member
Cesar R. Hernandez
CEO, Tampa Bay Latin Chamber Board Chair
Daniel F. Martinez, III
Vice President, Florida Business Development Corporation
Daniel McDonald
SBA Loan Officer at LMCU
Danielle M. Alvarez
Managing Director at Accenture
Jared Rodriguez
CTO at Mad Mobile
Javier Marin
Director of Economic Opportunity at City of Tampa
Jose Bello
VP, Community Outreach Officer at Encore Bank
Julio Esquivel
Partner at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick
Karen Perez
Hillsborough County School Board Member
Lina Teixeira
Council Member Seat 5 for City of Clearwater
Lisset Hanewicz
Council Member District 4 for City of St. Petersburg
Melissa Morin
Director, Corporate Partnerships at USF
Michael Flores
Executive Director, Private Banker at J.P. Morgan
Nancy Millan
Hillsborough County Tax Collector
Santiago Corrada
Visit Tampa Bay
Yvette Segura
President, Yvette Segura Consulting
Startup Spotlight
Max Echeverria
Eskuad, CEO and Founder
“Being accepted and going through the Tampa Bay Wave accelerator program was a milestone for Eskuad. Not only did it provide a seal of approval for potential investors, but connected us with mentors who helped us better understand the market and build the company with a much larger vision in mind.”
