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Accelerator Programs

LatinTech 2024 Pitch Night

Tampa Bay Wave, in partnership with the Tampa Bay Latin Chamber of Commerce, is thrilled to welcome you to the inaugural LatinTech Accelerator 2024 Pitch Night.

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.

We provide structured programming, industry expert mentorship, preparation for investor meetings, and the opportunity to showcase your business with the extensive Wave community.

We’re also here for the long haul with year-round support available through our CORE program to ensure your continued success.

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Success Stories

Refactr

Refactr was acquired by cybersecurity leader SOPHOS just months after…

LunaJoy

LunaJoy is a telehealth startup, based in St. Petersburg, Florida. They are…

Harness

Harness is an impact-focused financial technology platform that…

Ongoing Support with the Wave CORE Program

Startups like yours require year-round support and the support of a community to succeed. Our CORE Program provides continuous programming tailored to your needs, along with a vibrant community of entrepreneurs who share your journey.

Portfolio Companies

Pillars of Innovation Sponsors

Refractr

Refactr was acquired by cybersecurity leader SOPHOS just months after graduating from Tampa Bay Wave’s inaugural cybersecurity-focused accelerator.

 

Air Force veteran Founder and CEO, Mike Fraser, established Refactr alongside co-founders, Korrine Fraser and Anthony Rowlands. The company built the Refactr Platform, a DevSecOps Automation Platform to help bridge the gap between DevOps and cybersecurity.

 

Post-acquisition, Mike and Korrine are also giving back to the veteran and startup community, including as a Tampa Bay Wave donor and advisor.

LunaJoy

LunaJoy is a telehealth startup, based in St. Petersburg, Florida. They are disrupting women’s healthcare and breaking the stigma around mental health.

As psychiatrists and mothers, the co-founders of LunaJoy were inspired to create an innovative solution that ensures women have access to affordable mental health resources. LunaJoy is a digital care clinic for women throughout their lifespans. The pay-per-visit model offers a variety of therapy techniques, including holistic therapy, psychiatry, and mental health coaching.

Sipra Laddha, MD and Shama Rathi, MD co-founders of LunaJoy, have raised millions of dollars for the company through their participation in the Y Combinator and Tampa Bay Wave accelerators. 

Harness

Harness is an impact-focused financial technology platform that connects consumers with nonprofits, financial institutions, and their communities. Harness helps link everyday spending with causes consumers care about, offering financial institutions fresh ways to engage members, drive deposits, and meet business goals. 

Founded in 2016 by Miraj Patel and Andrew Scarborough, Harness has grown to a team of over 50 employees. Through strategic relationships with leading payment card networks, Harness has achieved global reach and securely facilitated over $100 million worth of transactions to help fund consumer passions and interests. For more information, visit goharness.com today.

Miraj is also a key member of the Tampa Bay Wave Board of Directors, supporting the organization and helping the next generation of innovative startups in the Wave ecosystem.