KUDUCOM Supports Tampa Bay Technology Startups
KUDUCOM Supports Tampa Bay Technology Startups Embarc Collective is excited to partner with KUDUCOM to support the community of 125 Florida-based technology startups building with the coaching and resources of Embarc Collective and further develop Tampa Bay’s technology ecosystem. This partnership will leverage KUDUCOM’s expertise in providing communications solutions to help Embarc Collective achieve its […]
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Embarc Collective receives support from the Genspiration Foundation to increase startup exposure and internship opportunities
The grant from the Genspiration Foundation will help create a powerful bridge that connects top collegiate talent to Tampa Bay’s startup ecosystem, fostering mutual growth and success for USF students, alumni, and the startup members of Embarc Collective. Embarc Collective, a non-profit educational organization that supports the most driven and focused tech entrepreneurs in Florida, […]
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Launching on Product Hunt – Twos’ Successful Campaign
As startup builders, we understand that marketing and public relations (PR) can help improve external social engagement, raise brand awareness, and amplify a company’s product in the market. The recent success of Twos, a member company of Embarc Collective, and their Product of the Day achievement on Product Hunt is an example of how they […]
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Embarc Collective Welcomes Kathy Osborne to Coaching Team
We’re excited to welcome Kathy Osborne, PR Strategist, to the Embarc Collective coaching team—here to deliver customized, consistent, and high-quality strategic guidance to our members. Read on to learn more about Kathy’s unique background and perspective on startup building. What fostered your passion for public relations? Passion has been my guiding force throughout my non-traditional path […]
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It’s Okay to Say “No for Now”
As a startup builder, we all feel resource constrained – we could use more time or more cash, but most likely both. When feeling these constraints, you know you have to stay acutely focused on your goals, but it’s hard to say no to offers to help from supporters in your network. This is especially […]
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Get Off the Starting Block – Talk to Your Users
I have the privilege each day of meeting early-stage technology startups applying to Embarc Collective. I love when I get to meet a startup leader who is manically focused on their prospective or existing users, spending time each day learning about the goals and pain points they experience. It feels obvious to say “focus on […]
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The Startup’s Guide to Go-To-Market: Lessons from Five Global Sales Leaders
Sales and customer growth are a top priority for the entrepreneurs building in our community at Embarc Collective. Last week, Embarc Collective hosted the GTM Summit, featuring sales leaders who have started and scaled go-to-market strategies from 0 to $1B businesses. We’re highlighting powerful frameworks and practical strategies from our line-up of sales leaders on […]
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Solving the Social Isolation and Loneliness Epidemic
Last week, US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued an advisory about the social isolation and loneliness epidemic, a true public health concern experienced throughout the country. In the report, Murthy said: “Given the profound consequences of loneliness and isolation, we have an opportunity, and an obligation, to make the same investments in addressing social connection […]
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International Women’s Day @ Embarc Collective: Living a Life Beyond Likes
Embarc Collective celebrated International Women’s Day with Isa Watson, co-founder and CEO of Squad and author of the recently released book, Life Beyond Likes, and Danielle Jackson, host of the Friend Forward podcast and owner of TELL Public Relations. Life Beyond Likes digs into how to place less importance on what we see on social media and […]
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Featured Founder: Mauro Costa of Bulkitrade
Welcome to our Featured Founder series, where you’ll meet startup founders from Tampa-St. Petersburg who are building and scaling their ventures to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges. We interviewed Mauro Costa of Bulkitrade, a B2B marketplace that is committed to transforming international wholesale B2B trade to more efficiently connect global supply and demand, […]
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Welcoming the Incoming Class of the Young Professionals Board
Today, we are excited to announce our 2023 – 2024 class of Young Professionals Board members. These individuals have committed to creating a bridge between the established business world and the emerging startups building at Embarc Collective. The objective of the Young Professionals Board is to create a vibrant network of opportunities for Embarc Collective […]
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Tampa Bay Innovation Week is Coming!
Tampa Bay Innovation Week will take place from February 10 through February 17. During this week, Tampa Bay will showcase the different technologies, people, and organizations focused on innovation from across the region. Anchored by the Synapse Summit, Tampa Bay Innovation Week brings those close to the innovation economy and those new to the space […]
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