Value proposition

The Business of Science

USF CONNECT is the business and economic development initiative of the University of South Florida (USF) that provides support for technology start-ups and serves as the point of entry for companies looking to do business with USF.

• Drives economic development through several programs including Tampa Bay Technology Incubator (TBTI), Student Innovation Incubator (SII), and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council’s (The Corridor) Matching Grants Research Program

• Unites technology and talent with businesses throughout a 23 county region, providing access to top-tier research, faculty, students, inventors, local organizations, economic development councils, supporting industry and capital funding sources

• Facilitates the needs of Tampa Bay's technology and bio/life sciences entrepreneurs throughout the business life cycle by providing professional amenities and resources for successful business development and technology commercialization


2024 ESO of the Year in Tech/Science - recognized by the International Business Innovation Association (InBIA)

Florida High Tech Corridor Council Matching Grants Program, Economic Development, Business Incubation, Research and Development Partnerships, Access to Critical Research Equipment, Technology Incubation, Small Business Development, Corporate Mentorship, Educational Workshops, and CEO Speaker Series