North Central: Alachua, Levy and Marion Counties
North Central
Anchored by the University of Florida, the North Central area of The Corridor produces unparalleled opportunities to connect with high-tech talent, world-class researchers and passionate entrepreneurs. A magnet for cutting-edge life sciences industry, the area is also emerging as a hub for AI innovation.
The Collaboratory for Inclusive Entrepreneurship at UF is a key partner in The Corridor’s regional effort to catalyze the success of more underserved and underestimated businesses applying for Small Business innovation Research (SBIR) awards.
trusted collaborators + connections
Our work is powered by collaborative relationships with trusted individuals and organizations that share our spirit of innovation and desire to help.
Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention
STEM Outreach
The Cade Museum offers interactive educational programs and events to spark and celebrate innovation.
Stephanie Bailes
President + Executive Director
startGNV
Startup + Entrepreneurial Support
startGNV is a nonprofit dedicated to growing the innovation ecosystem of Greater Gainesville.
UF Collaboratory for Inclusive Entrepreneurship
Startup + Entrepreneurial Support
The Collaboratory inspires, educates and empowers underrepresented entrepreneurs.
Dr. Wanda Eugene
Director
UF Innovate
University Research + Innovation
UF Innovate houses four programs that move research discoveries from the laboratory to the market.
Jim O'Connell
Assistant Vice President for Commercialization, Director of Tech Licensing
University of Florida, FLEXStation
University Research + Innovation
FLEX dirves economic and workforce development and strengthens Florida’s role in the global innovation economy.
Dr. Kim Jacobs
Executive Director
Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention
STEM Outreach
The Cade Museum offers interactive educational programs and events to spark and celebrate innovation.
Stephanie Bailes
President + Executive Director
startGNV
Startup + Entrepreneurial Support
startGNV is a nonprofit dedicated to growing the innovation ecosystem of Greater Gainesville.
UF Collaboratory for Inclusive Entrepreneurship
Startup + Entrepreneurial Support
The Collaboratory inspires, educates and empowers underrepresented entrepreneurs.
Dr. Wanda Eugene
Director
UF Innovate
University Research + Innovation
UF Innovate houses four programs that move research discoveries from the laboratory to the market.
Jim O'Connell
Assistant Vice President for Commercialization, Director of Tech Licensing
University of Florida, FLEXStation
University Research + Innovation
FLEX dirves economic and workforce development and strengthens Florida’s role in the global innovation economy.
Dr. Kim Jacobs
Executive Director
From the Suncoast to the Space Coast, a super region for high-tech industry
