Our newly released 2025 Impact Report highlights the continued growth of Tampa Bay’s tech ecosystem and the founders building the region’s next generation of companies.

Since launching in 2019, Embarc Collective has focused on helping early-stage tech founders scale their companies through coaching, programming, and a collaborative community designed specifically for startup builders.

A Growing Community of Founders

Today, the organization supports 300+ founders and co-founders across 130+ startups spanning industries like AI, healthtech, fintech, cybersecurity, and data analytics. These companies represent a new wave of innovation emerging from Tampa Bay and beyond.

Measurable Economic Impact

The startups supported by Embarc Collective are also contributing meaningfully to Florida’s economy:

• 1,200+ net new jobs created
• $200M in annual economic impact across the state
• 320+ events hosted, bringing together 20,000+ founders, investors, and operators

Together, these milestones reflect the growing strength of Tampa Bay’s innovation ecosystem and the role founders are playing in shaping its future.

Explore the Full Impact Report

The 2025 Impact Report shares a deeper look at the founders, companies, and momentum driving this growth.

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