Tampa Bay B2B Startup Accelerator - Q1 2025

Where innovation gets down to business.

This program is focused on preparing technology ventures on how to scale a company. Unlike many accelerator programs that focus on preparing your pitch and raising money this program takes an “inside-out” approach: We prepare your company not to just “look ready” but to “be ready” to launch a product, hit the ground running, and generate revenue.

Our program helps startup founders develop into leaders who can rapidly execute plans and adjust when appropriate and gives them the experience to know how to navigate obstacles that derail promising startups. While a good pitch is important, your new venture’s real value is based on customer validation and market momentum.

This program is for local Tampa Bay B2B tech startups that can commit to attending weekly, in-person workshops in St. Pete. If you are building a product-based (not a services or consulting) business and need help making the right moves, TBIC’s program will introduce you to experienced operators that have successfully built and in some cases exited high-growth tech startups.

The program will meet every Wednesday at the ARK Innovation Center for 12-weeks starting at the end of February.

The program does not require equity, but there is a $395 program fee to cover costs.

Participating companies have access to open coworking at the ARK Innovation Center during normal business hours for the duration of the accelerator.