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UCF CREOL Industrial Affliates Symposium

UCF Experiential Learning 4123 Pictor Ln, Orlando, FL, United States

Since its formation in 1987 as CREOL – The Center for Research and Education in Optics and Lasers, the College of Optics and Photonics has been guided by its mandate to be a center of excellence in optics and lasers, in both research and education, and to act as an intellectual, scientific and technical resource […]

How to Start Your Business

FSBDC at UCF 3201 E Colonial Dr Unit A20, Orlando, FL, United States

If you’re thinking of starting a business, it’s important to take the right steps. This course will give you an overview of what to know, actions to take, and how to avoid common missteps to give your company its greatest chance of success.

UCF CREOL Industrial Affliates Symposium

UCF Experiential Learning 4123 Pictor Ln, Orlando, FL, United States

Since its formation in 1987 as CREOL – The Center for Research and Education in Optics and Lasers, the College of Optics and Photonics has been guided by its mandate to be a center of excellence in optics and lasers, in both research and education, and to act as an intellectual, scientific and technical resource […]

SMARTstart’s 3rd Annual GROW Pasco

Hyatt Place Tampa Wesley Chapel 26000 Sierra Center Boulevard, Lutz, FL, United States

GROW Pasco is an engaging and empowering event for entrepreneurs featuring 15 breakout sessions, 25 speakers, and a keynote presentation about "innovation" by Dr. Edmondo Robinson from Moffitt Cancer Center. There are scholarship opportunities available if your business is interested in gaining exposure at the 3rd Annual GROW Pasco.

$45

Jr. Inventor Night

The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention 904 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL, United States

Children need encouragement and space to expand their understanding of the world and become problem solvers. The Cade’s Jr. Inventor Night is the place for them to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math in an engaging way. Our Jr. Inventors will do activities based on the Cade's innovative Pillars of Science which brings […]

Uptown Tampa Drone Fly-In

AMRoC Fab Lab 2154 University Square Mall, Tampa, FL, United States

Bring your drone, or come fly one of ours and learn more about drones as a hobby or career. Email Clinton@ffcdi.org to RSVP or with questions.

Free

1 Million Cups Tampa

Entrepreneur Collaborative Center 2101 E. Palm Ave., Tampa, FL, United States

1 Million Cups is a free program designed to educate, engage and inspire entrepreneurs around the country. It empowere entrepreneurs with the tools and resources to break down barriers that stand in the way of starting and growing their businesses.

Tampa Bay Inventors Council Meeting

Virtual

Network, connect and learn about inventing and taking your innovations to market, twice a month in an informal setting. The Tampa Bay Inventors Council brings innovative people together twice a month, each 2nd and 4th Wednesday evening from 7 - 9 pm to discuss various aspects of inventing. Speakers discuss issues from patenting to packaging […]

$5

FL FAST – SBIR/STTR Virtual Training Series

Online

The Florida High Tech Corridor is pleased to present this series of FREE virtual workshops through our FL FAST Program funded by a grant from the Small Business Administration's Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program. To learn more about services and resources offered through FL FAST, please visit: https://floridahightech.com/innovation-investments/sbir-sttr-support/ Upcoming Webinars Include: - March […]

Free

Team Volusia EDC 2023 Annual Meeting

Mori Hosseini Center 1200 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL, United States

Please join us for our Team Volusia EDC 2023 Annual Meeting featuring: Keynote Speaker Mark D. Bontrager, Technical Director, Launch and Range Operations Space Systems Command Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Featured Speaker Laura DiBella, Florida Deputy Secretary of Commerce. For more information on purchasing a full reserved table of eight (8) please email Debbie […]

$150

16th Annual Business of Biotech Conference | Moffitt Cancer Center

Vincent A. Stabile Research Building | 12902 USF Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL 33612 12902 USF Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, United States

The Business of Biotech conference began in 2006 and has become a signature event in Tampa Bay. Today the conference attracts over 400 biotech executives, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, angel investors and researchers from across the U.S. and is a unique opportunity to meet and collaborate with the innovators of our age.

Local Stories Live

2101 E Palm Ave, Tampa, FL 33605, USA 2101 E Palm Ave USA, Tampa, 33605, United States

Connect with Hillsborough County’s Small Business Community! The Local Stories Live series lets participants connect with local successful small business owners for lively discussions on what it takes to survive and thrive as a small business.