Tampa Bay Wave
The CyberTech|X Accelerator is a highly specialized 90-day accelerator program exclusively for innovative and disruptive technology startups focused on cybersecurity.
Tampa Bay Wave at a glance
| Address | Tampa, FL, United States |
|---|---|
| Programmes | 5 standing programmes |
| Official website | www.tampabaywave.org/cybertech |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at Tampa Bay Wave, separate from the funding calls above.
CyberTech|X Cybersecurity Accelerator
AcceleratorAn accelerator program for innovative cybersecurity startups providing access to strategic support, global networking, and mentorship.
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Open to early-stage startups utilizing proprietary technology to develop cutting-edge cyber products and solutions, with a management team of at least two full-time roles, proof of market validation, an investable and scalable business model, a well-developed business plan, and financial stability with a runway of at least 6-12 months. Requires ability to travel to Tampa for a minimum of two visits throughout the program.
TechDiversity Accelerator Program
AcceleratorA 90-day accelerator program for tech startups owned by women, minorities, veterans or LGBT entrepreneurs, powered by the Nielsen Foundation.
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Designed for early-stage tech companies that are 51% owned, controlled, and operated by a minority, woman, veteran, or lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender person or combination thereof. Provides a dedicated Cohort Director, one-on-one mentoring, sales procurement training, pitch coaching, and investor introductions.
BlueTech Accelerator
AcceleratorA specialized accelerator program launching in summer 2025 to help Florida develop a stronger BlueTech ecosystem, made possible by a NOAA grant.
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Focuses on BlueTech innovation and is part of The Continuum partnership. It will provide comprehensive support to hundreds of BlueTech startups at every stage over four years, including tailored support, access to diverse customers, clear commercialization pathways, and connections to national and international industry partnerships. Companies will also have access to Tampa Bay’s maritime industry for testing and demonstration.
TechWomen Rising Accelerator Program
AcceleratorA 90-day accelerator program empowering female-led tech startups to scale and encouraging venture capital investments in women-founded companies, funded by JPMorgan Chase.
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Offered exclusively to women-led technology companies. Participants receive a dedicated experienced mentor, one-on-one feedback with notable tech founders, pitch coaching, investment readiness programs, strategic introductions to investors and prospective customers, and participate in Wave’s Demo Day. Applications typically open in late August.
Rising Tide Relief Fund
Grant schemeAn emergency relief loan fund established in response to economic stress on startup founders.
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Provides microloans to founders, with a commitment to grow the fund for future impact. Donations are accepted to replenish the fund.
Incubation tracks
The routes into Tampa Bay Wave, and what each one includes.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CyberTech|X Accelerator | Acceleration | — | strategic support, global networking, mentorship, investor introductions, strategic introductions to business prospects, strategic introductions to government leaders, strategic introductions to community leaders, networking events, community events, coaching, media exposure, social presence, pitch night showcase, savings on startup resources |
| TechDiversity Accelerator ProgramDesigned for early-stage tech companies that are 51% owned, controlled, and operated by a minority; woman; veteran; or lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender person or combination thereof. | Acceleration | — | dedicated TechDiversity Cohort Director, one-on-one mentoring with notable tech founders, sales procurement training, pitch coaching, investor introductions |
| BlueTech AcceleratorFocuses on BlueTech innovation, supporting hundreds of startups at every stage. | Acceleration | — | tailored support programs, access to diverse customers, clear commercialization pathways, connection to national industry partnerships, connection to international industry partnerships, mentor network access, established partnerships access, connections to Florida tech ecosystem |
| TechWomen Rising Accelerator ProgramOffered exclusively to women-led technology companies to help build high-growth startups and promote venture capital investments in female founded companies. | Acceleration | — | dedicated experienced mentor, one-on-one feedback with notable tech founders, pitch coaching, investment readiness programs, strategic introductions to investors, strategic introductions to prospective customers, Demo Day participation |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
Testing and Demonstration Opportunities
Access via Tampa Bay's maritime industry
Provided through Tampa Bay's maritime industry
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
About Tampa Bay Wave
Tampa Bay Wave, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building, launching, and growing tech companies in Tampa Bay. It offers accelerator programs that provide strategic support, networking, and mentorship to early-stage tech startups. The organization supports a diverse range of entrepreneurs, including those in cybersecurity, BlueTech, and founders from underrepresented groups such as women, minorities, veterans, or LGBT entrepreneurs. Startups gain access to an extensive mentor network, investor introductions, business prospects, and resources, as well as testing and demonstration opportunities through Tampa Bay’s maritime industry. Tampa Bay Wave also offers an emergency loan fund for founders.
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Frequently asked questions about Tampa Bay Wave
What does Tampa Bay Wave do?
Tampa Bay Wave, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building, launching, and growing tech companies in Tampa Bay. It offers accelerator programs that provide strategic support, networking, and mentorship to early-stage tech startups.
Where is Tampa Bay Wave located?
Tampa Bay Wave is located at Tampa, FL, United States.
What programs does Tampa Bay Wave run?
Tampa Bay Wave runs CyberTech|X Cybersecurity Accelerator, TechDiversity Accelerator Program, BlueTech Accelerator and TechWomen Rising Accelerator Program, among others.
What facilities does Tampa Bay Wave offer?
Incubatees also get access to Testing and Demonstration Opportunities through its host institution.
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