We work with innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry partners to maximize the potential of University of Florida innovations through commercialization for the global good.
Think your startup meets the criteria for a piece of the venture fund? Make your pitch!
If you’re the Entrepreneur in Residence we’re seeking, shoot us an email with your reasons why.
Our seasoned entrepreneurial experts elevate the probability of success for new enterprises.
UF Innovate | Ventures manages a $2 million annual venture fund. We help UF startups prepare for financing rounds and may invest, subject to approval by the Investment Committee, co-investing with an accredited third-party lead investor.
UF Innovate | Ventures manages a $2 million annual venture fund. We help UF startups prepare for financing rounds and may invest, subject to approval by the Investment Committee, co-investing with an accredited third-party lead investor.
Since 1985, more than 300 companies have formed by licensing technologies from the University of Florida. UF Innovate | Ventures seeks to fuel consistent growth in the number and quality of technology-based startup companies. These startups move UF inventions out of the lab and into the marketplace for the global good. Ventures supports startups by developing entrepreneurs, connecting companies to potential investors, and making equity investments.
Invest in breakthrough technologies
Connect startups with seasoned entrepreneurs to provide guidance and access to capital
Build partnerships between UF innovators, corporations, foundations and investors
Suggest available technologies in specific areas of interest that have commercial potential
Prepare in-depth financial data analyses for potential investments
Work closely with angel groups and other investment funds
Develop entrepreneurs
If you have a company that has licensed or optioned UF technology and you think it’s fundable, please submit your pitch deck today!
| An active license or option agreement for any UF technology | A viable idea for a product or service |
| Strong IP | Large market size |
| A need for investment |
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Tech Licensing: (352) 392-8929
Ventures: (352) 392-8929
Pathways: (352) 392-2577
The Hub: (352) 294-0885
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