Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Powering the Next Generation of Startups:

A Call to Central Florida’s Enterprises

A Unique Opportunity Awaits at the UCF Business Incubation Program! I am thrilled to share that UCF Business Incubation Program (UCF BIP) First/Enterprise Customer Program. The mission of the UCF BIP First Customer Program is to ignite powerful partnerships between emerging start-ups and forward-thinking corporations, creating a dynamic platform for mutual growth, knowledge exchange, and first-hand market access, ensuring a prosperous future for our business community.


The synergy from these connections has the potential to redefine entrepreneurial success across our region. In the past few months, I have witnessed the collaboration and receptivity of this program from both Enterprise Companies and Local Municipalities. Here are the reasons for their excitement:

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New Clients

Join us in welcoming:

Spacebar Sorcery to our Winter Springs Incubator!


With a results-first, strategic approach, our “sorcerers” help launch your online presence with our digital marketing magic and web development wizardry!


Learn more about the people that run this company by clicking here.

Pet Nabor to our Orlando Incubator!


Pet Nabor is a mobile application for Pet Co-Parenting, Pet Companionship, Pet Play Dates, Pet Sitting and Boarding amongst neighbors, family and friends. The subscription-based app is designed with GEO mapping, location specific reach to connect Pet Parents and Pet Friendly Neighbors to help each other with support and assistance in taking care of each other’s dogs and other pets.


Learn more about the people that run this company by clicking here.

Now Hiring

Contracts Manager


The Contracts Manager will be responsible for providing strategic direction, leadership, and management of all contract-related activities within the organization. To read more about this position and submit an application, click here.

In the News

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John Tenney Named Flight Instructor of the Year


Install Don’t Fall FL Featured in National Supplier Newsletter


Deadline PropelHER Pitch Competition Feb 23


CCI Group Awarded estimated $25M Blanket Purchase Agreement to Support USAID’s Localization and Language Services


Orlando’s ROVUK Featured in Construction Tech Review


Tech Rage IT’s CEO Emerges as Runner-Up in 2023 MSP Awards


UCF incubator client’s app gives bar patrons their time back


Limitless Aeronautics wins 2023 Volusia County Innovation Challenge


Incubator manager, artist brings ‘life learner’ tag to business clients


Revolutionizing Aviation Training: Quantified Design Solutions Showcases Virtual Cabin Crew Training


Tech Rage IT Named a 2023 MSP 501 Special Awards Finalist

Upcoming Events

February

14

Common Problems Affecting 8(a) BD Program Applications

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February

19

Orlandopreneur Monthly Happy Hour

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February

20

Government Contracting: Growing New Opportunities

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March

21

BIP EXCLUSIVE: Chili Cook-Off

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February

21

1MC Eustis

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21

1MC Orlando

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