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SUMMARY:NAICS Selections and Dealing with the Government
DESCRIPTION:Beginning with an exploration of how NAICS codes are established and employed\, this class dives into ways that NAICS-based research can help with low cost capture\, how various Government roles in acquisition relate to those efforts\, what communications can transpire at what points in the process\, and a simple view at the overall Government process and some industry tricks employed to impact competitions (and how to see through them). \nIn-person attendance is encouraged; however\, a virtual option is available. \nUpcoming classes in this series include: \n\nCDRLs\, DIDs\, and their Impacts\n\n\nQuality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs)\n\n\nSWOT Analyses and Bid/No Bid Decision Making\n\n\nAvoiding Common Proposal Team Problems and Pitfalls\n\nPresented by David P. Grow CEO\, Defense Proposals Group\nDave retired from the Government after 37+ years serving the Army\, Navy\, Air Force\, and OSD\, including serving as Project Manager (PM) for an OSD-led program that funded and executed crucial developments for every DOD test organization. He held roles as PM\, Deputy Security Assistance Management Director (SAMD)\, Chief Engineer\, Staff Action Officer\, and Manager. Dave worked at Aberdeen Proving Ground\, MD; the Pentagon; the National Capital Region; and at PEO STRI in Orlando\, FL. He has served as PM\, SBIR Resource Sponsor\, Engineer\, and Test Director across numerous systems\, geographies and positions. Dave managed the award of Government contracts valued up to $2.4B\, sponsored SBIR programs\, supported the development of numerous air\, land\, and sea weapons programs\, and led many complex developmental and integration projects. \nDave’s current bid and proposal specialization work evolved from leading over 60 source selections (evaluating hundreds of proposals) for multiple Government agencies. This array of experience enables clients to successfully compete for competitive\, non-competitive\, and SBIR/BAA vehicles. He brings the eye and understanding of an experienced and trained evaluator\, engineer\, PM\, COR\, and resource sponsor to his clients\, ensuring that each proposal delivers the information critical to the next win.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/naics-selections-and-dealing-with-the-government/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Research Park\, 3259 Progress Dr.\, Orlando\, FL\, 32826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Research Park Incubator,Incubator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T113000
DTSTAMP:20261004T141352Z
CREATED:20261002T190242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T141352Z
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SUMMARY:Competition - How to Thrive in It and How to Avoid It
DESCRIPTION:This is part of a new series of events on government contracting\, acquisition and business development. This course\, Effective Low-Cost Capture for Small Business\, lasts six weeks. All six weeks can be booked or just sign up for one! \nWeek 2: Competition – How to Thrive in It and How to Avoid It\nCompetition generates challenges for any industry and government contracting is no different. For many\, compitition is an obstacle for success\, but it doesn’t have to be. \nThis class reviews: \n\nWhen competitive rules do/do not apply.\nHow to leverage Government requirements\nThe best insertion points\nWays to apply non-competitive rules and principles\, and\nOpportunities to watch for.\n\nIn-person attendance is encouraged; however\, a virtual option is available. \nUpcoming classes in this series include: \n\nClass 3: Growing New Opportunities\nClass 4: Finding Geographically Centric Opportunities\nClass 5: Finding Orlando-Specific Opportunities\nClass 6: Conference Strategies\n\nPresented by David P. Grow CEO\, Defense Proposals Group\nDave retired from the Government after 37+ years serving the Army\, Navy\, Air Force\, and OSD\, including serving as Project Manager (PM) for an OSD-led program that funded and executed crucial developments for every DOD test organization. He held roles as PM\, Deputy Security Assistance Management Director (SAMD)\, Chief Engineer\, Staff Action Officer\, and Manager. Dave worked at Aberdeen Proving Ground\, MD; the Pentagon; the National Capital Region; and at PEO STRI in Orlando\, FL. \nHe has served as PM\, SBIR Resource Sponsor\, Engineer\, and Test Director across numerous systems\, geographies and positions. Dave managed the award of Government contracts valued up to $2.4B\, sponsored SBIR programs\, supported the development of numerous air\, land\, and sea weapons programs\, and led many complex developmental and integration projects. \nDave’s current bid and proposal specialization work evolved from leading over 60 source selections (evaluating hundreds of proposals) for multiple Government agencies. This array of experience enables clients to successfully compete for competitive\, non-competitive\, and SBIR/BAA vehicles. He brings the eye and understanding of an experienced and trained evaluator\, engineer\, PM\, COR\, and resource sponsor to his clients\, ensuring that each proposal delivers the information critical to the next win.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/competition-how-to-thrive-in-it-and-how-to-avoid-it/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Research Park\, 3259 Progress Dr.\, Orlando\, FL\, 32826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Research Park Incubator,Incubator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T153000
DTSTAMP:20261008T205639Z
CREATED:20261008T205639Z
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SUMMARY:Shipley Process Basics and Color Team Structures
DESCRIPTION:Many firms employ the Shipley Color Team Process with great results. This class introduces that process. While not a substitute for Shipley training\, it gives the students insights into the methods and benefits of that process\, and how to participate on teams with firms employing it. \nIn-person attendance is encouraged; however\, a virtual option is available. \nUpcoming classes in this series include: \n\nClass 2: Competition – How to Thrive in It and How to Avoid It\nClass 3: Growing New Opportunities\nClass 4: Finding Geographically Centric Opportunities\nClass 5: Finding Orlando-Specific Opportunities\nClass 6: Conference Strategies\n\nPresented by David P. Grow CEO\, Defense Proposals Group\nDave retired from the Government after 37+ years serving the Army\, Navy\, Air Force\, and OSD\, including serving as Project Manager (PM) for an OSD-led program that funded and executed crucial developments for every DOD test organization. He held roles as PM\, Deputy Security Assistance Management Director (SAMD)\, Chief Engineer\, Staff Action Officer\, and Manager. Dave worked at Aberdeen Proving Ground\, MD; the Pentagon; the National Capital Region; and at PEO STRI in Orlando\, FL. He has served as PM\, SBIR Resource Sponsor\, Engineer\, and Test Director across numerous systems\, geographies and positions. Dave managed the award of Government contracts valued up to $2.4B\, sponsored SBIR programs\, supported the development of numerous air\, land\, and sea weapons programs\, and led many complex developmental and integration projects. \nDave’s current bid and proposal specialization work evolved from leading over 60 source selections (evaluating hundreds of proposals) for multiple Government agencies. This array of experience enables clients to successfully compete for competitive\, non-competitive\, and SBIR/BAA vehicles. He brings the eye and understanding of an experienced and trained evaluator\, engineer\, PM\, COR\, and resource sponsor to his clients\, ensuring that each proposal delivers the information critical to the next win.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/shipley-process-basics-and-color-team-structures/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Research Park\, 3259 Progress Dr.\, Orlando\, FL\, 32826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Research Park Incubator,Incubator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T113000
DTSTAMP:20261004T141429Z
CREATED:20261002T185430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T141429Z
UID:28371-1795082400-1795087800@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Leveraging Government Market Research
DESCRIPTION:This is part of a new series of events on government contracting\, acquisition and business development. This course\, Effective Low-Cost Capture for Small Business\, lasts six weeks. All six weeks can be booked or just sign up for one! \nWeek 1: Leveraging Government Market Research \nWhile government contracting often includes a standardized RFP process\, winning contracts includes significant work before the request for proposals is issued. \nThis week\, you’ll learn: \n\nHow to identify and engage your Government customer(s)\, \nHow to utilize Government market research requirements to your firm’s advantage\, \nThe best (and worst) practices at each stage of that Market Research\, and\nWhat strategies work (and the ones that don’t).\n\nIn-person attendance is encouraged; however\, a virtual option is available. \nUpcoming classes in this series include: \n\nClass 2: Competition – How to Thrive in It and How to Avoid It\nClass 3: Growing New Opportunities\nClass 4: Finding Geographically Centric Opportunities\nClass 5: Finding Orlando-Specific Opportunities\nClass 6: Conference Strategies\n\nPresented by David P. Grow CEO\, Defense Proposals Group\nDave retired from the Government after 37+ years serving the Army\, Navy\, Air Force\, and OSD\, including serving as Project Manager (PM) for an OSD-led program that funded and executed crucial developments for every DOD test organization. He held roles as PM\, Deputy Security Assistance Management Director (SAMD)\, Chief Engineer\, Staff Action Officer\, and Manager. Dave worked at Aberdeen Proving Ground\, MD; the Pentagon; the National Capital Region; and at PEO STRI in Orlando\, FL. He has served as PM\, SBIR Resource Sponsor\, Engineer\, and Test Director across numerous systems\, geographies and positions. Dave managed the award of Government contracts valued up to $2.4B\, sponsored SBIR programs\, supported the development of numerous air\, land\, and sea weapons programs\, and led many complex developmental and integration projects. \nDave’s current bid and proposal specialization work evolved from leading over 60 source selections (evaluating hundreds of proposals) for multiple Government agencies. This array of experience enables clients to successfully compete for competitive\, non-competitive\, and SBIR/BAA vehicles. He brings the eye and understanding of an experienced and trained evaluator\, engineer\, PM\, COR\, and resource sponsor to his clients\, ensuring that each proposal delivers the information critical to the next win.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/leveraging-government-market-research/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Research Park\, 3259 Progress Dr.\, Orlando\, FL\, 32826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Research Park Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T090000
DTSTAMP:20261009T213657Z
CREATED:20261009T060743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T213657Z
UID:28513-1795075200-1795078800@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Coffee with a C
DESCRIPTION:Big ideas. Real stories. A fresh perspective…over coffee. \nEvery business has a story. Let’s hear the parts that don’t make it into the presentation. \nIntroducing Coffee with a C\, a new conversation series bringing entrepreneurs and emerging business leaders together with experienced C-suite executives from a variety of industries. In a casual\, relaxed setting\, we’ll go beyond titles and success stories to explore what it really takes to start\, grow\, and lead a company from bold decisions and defining moments to challenges\, sacrifices\, and lessons learned along the way. \nThis event is intentionally set to be an exclusive event where it is much more than listening to a C-level executive. It’s a place where audience members will be able to interact and ask questions about our speaker’s journey\, secrets to success and much more. \nMeet Our First Featured Speaker: Beat Kahli\, founder\, president\, and CEO of Avalon Park Group \nWe’re kicking off the series with Beat Kahli\, a truly global entrepreneur. With more than 30 years of experience in real estate\, investment banking\, and financial consulting\, Kahli brings an entrepreneurial perspective shaped by ventures across multiple industries and a mission to change how the world lives\, learns\, works\, and plays. Avalon Park Group is found worldwide\, with operations and companies in Europe\, Asia and Australia. \nKahli is no stranger to Lake County\, though. He’s currently working with the City of Groveland to reinvigorate its downtown\, along with building Avalon Park Tavares. \nJoin us for a conversation about building businesses\, creating communities\, and the experiences that shape a leader’s journey. It’s an opportunity to hear firsthand insights\, spark new ideas\, and connect with others who are ready to turn ambition into action. \nCome curious. Leave inspired. \nLet’s see what starts over a cup of coffee. \n  \nBe part of the first conversation. \n 
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/coffe-with-c/
LOCATION:Mega Workplace\, 343 N. Bay St.\, Eustis\, FL\, 32712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lake County/Eustis Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T160438Z
CREATED:20260822T164830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T160438Z
UID:27989-1794416400-1794425400@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Excellence in Entrepreneurship: Founder Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Participants present their progress\, lessons learned\, and next steps to a room full of government officials\, experienced entrepreneurs\, and community leaders. \nThe Founder Showcase will include: \n\nUpdated elevator pitch\nKey business/customer insights\nLessons learned\nProgress made during the program\nAudience “ask”\nCelebration of participant progress\n\nMeet your Presenters: \nBrian Bedrick is a pioneering innovation ecosystem leader\, incubator leader\, and former founder with over three decades of cross-industry experience scaling early-stage ventures and expanding international networks. He founded and led an EdTech startup that provided data visualization and predictive analytics for schools in over 30 countries and his experience also includes roles as a nuclear engineer\, leader of product management teams at GE and AT&T\, and head of research and development for a global nonprofit. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan\, an MBA from Rollins College\, and spent several years living in Belgium and The Netherlands before returning to the US. \nRafael Caamano helps startups grow\, scale\, and succeed while driving innovation and measurable economic impact across diverse entrepreneurial ecosystems. As the Interim Executive Director of the UCF Business Incubation Program and Innovation Districts\, he works with high-potential founders\, university leadership\, and public-sector partners to accelerate company growth and strengthen the regional innovation pipeline. Rafael focuses on connecting businesses to what matters most: strategic partnerships\, funding pathways\, and the networks needed to move from early traction to sustainable scale\, while collaborating with executive stakeholders\, community leaders\, and founders to drive outcomes that include business expansion\, job creation\, and long-term economic development.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/excellence-in-entrepreneurship-founder-showcase/
LOCATION:Mega Workplace\, 343 N. Bay St.\, Eustis\, FL\, 32712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Lake County/Eustis Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T154114Z
CREATED:20260822T164539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T154114Z
UID:27987-1793815200-1793820600@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Excellence in Entrepreneurship: Review & Refine
DESCRIPTION:Participants review and refine the work developed during Weeks 1–4 and prepare for the Founder Showcase. \nMeet your facilitator: \nBrian Bedrick is a pioneering innovation ecosystem leader\, incubator leader\, and former founder with over three decades of cross-industry experience scaling early-stage ventures and expanding international networks. He founded and led an EdTech startup that provided data visualization and predictive analytics for schools in over 30 countries and his experience also includes roles as a nuclear engineer\, leader of product management teams at GE and AT&T\, and head of research and development for a global nonprofit. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan\, an MBA from Rollins College\, and spent several years living in Belgium and The Netherlands before returning to the US.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/excellence-in-entrepreneurship-review-refine/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Lake County/Eustis Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260825T160244Z
CREATED:20260822T164201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T160244Z
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SUMMARY:Excellence in Entrepreneurship: Sales\, Marketing & Engaging With Your Customers
DESCRIPTION:Understanding how sales and marketing work to grow your company \nParticipants will: \n\nUnderstand how sales and marketing work together\, but are different\nLearn key sales tactics to close potential customers\nIdentify the difference between true potential customers and time wasters\nDevelop online marketing funnels to review key milestones in the sales and marketing programs\nPerform sales exercises to refine your consultative sales process\n\nThe session will focus on improving how you approach sales and marketing\, leading to more engaged customers. \nMeet your facilitator: \nAndria Herr is a seasoned sales leader with more than 30 years of experience\, focused on organic growth\, mergers and acquisitions\, P&L management\, staff development\, recruiting\, team leadership\, negotiations\, and client advocacy. Over her career\, she’s helped lead the local teams for Cigna and UnitedHealthcare. She built the local office of two national insurance agencies\, including her current employer\, Hylant. There\, she works with Hylant offices and large companies nationwide to develop cost-saving strategies for corporate health care spend. In addition to her work with Hylant\, she is currently the chairman of the Seminole County Commission and serves as on the board of the Central Florida Expressway Authority.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/excellence-in-entrepreneurship-sales-marketing-engaging-with-your-customers/
LOCATION:Mega Workplace\, 343 N. Bay St.\, Eustis\, FL\, 32712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Lake County/Eustis Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T131043Z
CREATED:20260603T131043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T131043Z
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SUMMARY:Grow Osceola Business Series
DESCRIPTION:Grow Osceola Business Series is a hands-on training series designed to empower local business owners for growth and success. \n\nMore details to come.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/grow-osceola-business-series-9/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Kissimmee\, 400 Emmett Street\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kissimmee Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260924T185612Z
CREATED:20260923T204655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T185612Z
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SUMMARY:Maximizing Profit Margins: Strategic Pricing and Indirect Rate Structuring
DESCRIPTION:Is your product or service priced right? After all\, poorly calculated overhead can kill a business. Companies need to know how to price competitively while protecting their bottom line. \nThat’s why we are working with Bloom CPAs to make sure companies in our region\, particularly those in federal contracting and those looking to scale their operations\, understand how much strategic pricing and rate structuring can affect a company’s potential. \nKey focus areas include; \n\nCalculating fringe\, overhead\, and G&A rates.\nForward pricing rate agreements for government bids.\nUnit economics and cost-of-goods-sold (COGS) optimization for scale.\n\nMeet your presenter\, Shannon Bloom\, CPA\, CFE \nShannon Bloom\, CPA\, CFE\, is a founder and CEO of Bloom CPAs and Advisors\, LLC\, a CPA and government contracting (GovCon) consulting firm helping small businesses\, including federal contractors\, build defensible pricing structures\, indirect rate models\, and cost accounting systems that protect profit margins. \nOriginally from a small town in North Carolina\, Shannon built the foundation of her accounting career during an 11-year tenure as a civilian with the United States Air Force\, working in accounting offices at RAF Lakenheath\, United Kingdom; Los Angeles Air Force Base\, California; Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling\, Washington\, D.C.; Yokota Air Base\, Japan; and Patrick Air Force Base\, Florida. \nSince leaving the Department of War (DOW)\, she has worked in corporate and small business accounting — including small business federal contracts — advising clients on the pricing strategy and indirect rate structuring that determine whether a government contract is actually profitable. \nWith a background in fraud prevention and internal controls\, Shannon earned the COSO Internal Controls Certification in 2018 and became a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) in 2020\, bringing a rigorous\, compliance-first lens to government accounting compliance and general management accounting. \nLearn more about Bloom CPAs at: \n \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/maximizing-profit-margins-strategic-pricing-and-indirect-rate-structuring/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Research Park\, 3259 Progress Dr.\, Orlando\, FL\, 32826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Research Park Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T151314Z
CREATED:20260822T162151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T151314Z
UID:27983-1792605600-1792611000@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Excellence in Entrepreneurship: Build\, Test & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Turn customer insights into a solution that can be tested\, improved\, and refined. \nParticipants will: \n\nConnect customer feedback to product or service decisions\nExplore approaches for developing an MVP\, prototype\, or testable solution\nIdentify what should be tested before investing significant resources\nLearn how to gather feedback and use it to improve the offering\nDefine practical next steps for continued testing and refinement\n\nThe session will focus on learning through experimentation and iteration rather than trying to build a perfect product from the beginning. \nMeet your facilitator. \nStefanie Catania is the Founder and CEO of Catania Product Development in Melbourne\, Florida\, where she and her team turn innovators’ visions into market-ready products through expert new product development\, fractional engineering and management\, and prototype design—guiding clients from concept to launch with exceptional user experiences and strong market outcomes. She earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from UCF and an M.S. in Industrial & Systems Engineering from the University of Florida\, and she is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). Before founding Catania in 2018\, Stefanie spent 15+ years in government and commercial sectors with Lockheed Martin\, L3Harris Technologies (formerly Harris Corporation)\, and JRC Integrated Systems\, serving in roles spanning production\, systems\, safety engineering\, and project management for clients including the U.S. Air Force\, Navy\, and Space Force. At Catania\, her leadership philosophy—“Creating Endless Opportunities”—blends art and technology to deliver solutions that are not only highly functional but beautifully designed\, elevating user satisfaction.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/excellence-in-entrepreneurship-build-test-learn/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Lake County/Eustis Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T151134Z
CREATED:20260822T161927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T151134Z
UID:27981-1792000800-1792006200@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Excellence in Entrepreneurship: Customer Discovery & Validation
DESCRIPTION:Understand the customer problem before investing significant time and resources in a solution. \nParticipants will: \n\nIdentify and clarify their target customer\nExplore effective approaches to customer discovery and interviewing\nLearn how to distinguish assumptions from evidence\nDevelop practical ways to test whether a problem is meaningful to potential customers\nIdentify next steps for gathering and applying customer feedback\n\nThe session will emphasize practical customer-focused exercises and real-world examples rather than lecture-based instruction. \nMeet your facilitator: \nStan Miller is a strategic storytelling trainer and the founder of Storicate\, where he helps founders and business leaders communicate their value in a way people remember and act on. With more than 5\,000 professionals coached\, his 4P Storytelling Framework is trusted by global brands like AT&T and Nielsen\, and has been taught through UCF\, Cornell\, and USC. A 2X SXSW speaker and former C-level sales executive in tech\, Stan knows what it takes to earn a customer’s attention and he teaches founders how to do it without a massive budget or a brand behind them.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/excellence-in-entrepreneurship-customer-discovery-validation/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Lake County/Eustis Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260924T153448Z
CREATED:20260603T130842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T153448Z
UID:27034-1791972000-1791979200@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Grow Osceola Business Series: Is Your Business Built To Sell?
DESCRIPTION:Grow Osceola Business Series is a hands-on training series designed to empower local business owners for growth and success.\n\n\nJoin us for an interactive workshop focused on understanding what your business is really worth and what drives its value. \n\n\nPull back the curtain on how business brokers calculate business value\, where valuation multiples come from\, and the red flags that can impact a sale. You’ll also learn how understanding your business’s value can help you identify risks\, uncover opportunities\, and take practical steps to increase its value. \nWhat We Will Cover: \n\n\n\n✔How business brokers actually calculate value \n✔What your business is worth on paper VS what a buyer will actually pay for it \n✔The handful of levers that move valuation the most\, and the ones owners waste time on instead \n✔An honest look at owner dependency\, and what the heck is “goodwill?” \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/grow-osceola-business-series-8/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Kissimmee\, 400 Emmett Street\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kissimmee Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260825T150926Z
CREATED:20260822T161628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T150926Z
UID:27978-1791394200-1791403200@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Excellence in Entrepreneurship: Kickoff & Elevator Pitches
DESCRIPTION:Clarify the business\, the problem it solves\, and how to communicate the opportunity effectively. \nParticipants will: \n\nDevelop or refine a concise explanation of their business and the problem they are addressing\nPractice communicating their value proposition clearly\nReceive feedback from experienced entrepreneurs and peers\nIdentify key areas they want to strengthen during the six-week program\n\nThe session will include an entrepreneur panel featuring experienced founders and ecosystem leaders\, featuring Paul Perkins\, Andy Braddock\, Gio Duartes and Rafael Caamano \nMeet your Presenters: \nBrian Bedrick is a pioneering innovation ecosystem leader\, incubator leader\, and former founder with over three decades of cross-industry experience scaling early-stage ventures and expanding international networks. He founded and led an EdTech startup that provided data visualization and predictive analytics for schools in over 30 countries and his experience also includes roles as a nuclear engineer\, leader of product management teams at GE and AT&T\, and head of research and development for a global nonprofit. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan\, an MBA from Rollins College\, and spent several years living in Belgium and The Netherlands before returning to the US. \nRafael Caamano helps startups grow\, scale\, and succeed while driving innovation and measurable economic impact across diverse entrepreneurial ecosystems. As the Interim Executive Director of the UCF Business Incubation Program and Innovation Districts\, he works with high-potential founders\, university leadership\, and public-sector partners to accelerate company growth and strengthen the regional innovation pipeline. Rafael focuses on connecting businesses to what matters most: strategic partnerships\, funding pathways\, and the networks needed to move from early traction to sustainable scale\, while collaborating with executive stakeholders\, community leaders\, and founders to drive outcomes that include business expansion\, job creation\, and long-term economic development.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/excellence-in-entrepreneurship-kickoff-elevator-pitches/
LOCATION:Mega Workplace\, 343 N. Bay St.\, Eustis\, FL\, 32712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Lake County/Eustis Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T180000
DTSTAMP:20260928T140035Z
CREATED:20260822T171621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T140035Z
UID:27992-1790607600-1790618400@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Fall Innovation Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this energizing opportunity to connect with our entrepreneurs\, business leaders\, and community partners! \nIt’s our Fall Innovation Showcase\, celebrating the companies in the UCF Business Incubation Program who are achieving great success and quickly building into scalable\, growing businesses that are becoming leaders in their industry. \nThis gives you the opportunity to meet them before they grow! \nAt this event\, we’re celebrating our new clients and graduating clients. \nIntroducing the new Million Dollar Club\nWe’re introducing a new concept too: the Million Dollar Club! This will be a permanent display in all our locations showcasing those companies that hit the key milestone of $1 million in revenue over one year. We had nearly two dozen companies reach this mark in 2025. Come help us celebrate them! \nWhy should you join us?\n\nMeet entrepreneurs and business leaders.\nBuild new business connections.\nDiscover innovative local companies.\nMeet the founders of more than two dozen new companies.\nCelebrate client milestones and business growth.\nConnect with our new Million Dollar Club members.\n\nIntroducing our Graduating Company Panelists\n\nModerator Rafael Caamano\, interim director\, UCF Business Incubation Program\nRebecca Dobo\, operations director\, Freshorize\nJose Duenes\, founder and CEO\, SmartTracker\nRoy Richardson\, vice president | CSO\, Aurora InfoTech\nMatt Rose\, CEO\, Tech Rage IT\n\nParticipating companies include: \n  \n\nAPXR INC.\nArden Photonics\, LLC\nAurora InfoTech\nC2 Technologies\, Inc\nCareFlo Inc\nCoffee Drop\nControlPoint Systems\nFN America\, LLC\nForlogic USA LLC\nFreshorize\nGlobal Technology Integrators LLC\nIRGLARE\nLeo CRM Inc\nNighthawk Cyber\, LLC\nOxford Family Farms\nPawFred Inc\nPlasmonics Inc.\nSkifTech USA\nSmartTracker\nTalos Health Corp\nTarget Translations & Interpretations LLC\nTech Rage IT\nUNHINGED\nVanquish AI Corp\nXR Training\n\nSchedule of events:\n\n3 p.m.: Networking begins with the new client showcase\n4:30 p.m.: Program begins\n\nMeet the new client companies\nGraduation ceremony\nGraduation company discussion\nMillion-dollar company awards\n\n\n5:30 p.m.: Networking resumes
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/fall-innovation-showcase/
LOCATION:Central Florida Tech Grove\, 12809 Science Dr\, Orlando\, FL\, 32826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Research Park Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260901T172358Z
CREATED:20260818T173117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T172358Z
UID:27913-1789639200-1789657200@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:NCI SBIR/STTR WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Are you developing a promising cancer-focused technology and seeking funding to advance it toward commercialization? Join the National Cancer Institute’s Small Business Innovation Research Development Center for an informational webinar on how early-stage companies\, academic spinouts\, and entrepreneurial researchers can access funding and commercialization support from the National Cancer Institute (NCI). \nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are a critical source of non-dilutive federal funding for early-stage companies. NCI SBIR/STTR programs provide approximately $200 million annually to U.S. small businesses advancing innovative cancer technologies\, including therapeutics\, diagnostics\, devices\, digital health tools\, and research technologies. In addition to funding\, the NCI SBIR Development Center offers a range of commercialization resources to help small businesses bring their products to market. \nJoin the Workshop to Learn About:\n\nSBIR/STTR grant programs at the National Cancer Institute\nFunding opportunities for cancer-focused startups and academic spinouts\nTips for writing competitive SBIR/STTR grant proposals\nCommercialization resources for applicants and awardees\n\nSpeaker Information:\nDr. Jonathan Franca-Koh is the Team Lead and Program Director at the NCI SBIR Development Center\, overseeing SBIR and STTR grants focused on cancer therapeutics and research tools. Dr. Franca-Koh plays an active role in several center initiatives\, including investor forums\, workshops\, and targeted funding opportunities\, and represents the NCI on the trans-NIH REACH program. He earned a Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology from the University of London’s Institute of Cancer Research\, completed postdoctoral research at Johns Hopkins and the J. Craig Venter Institute\, and has an MBA from Johns Hopkins focused on finance and healthcare innovation. \nDr. Swamy Tripurani is a Program Director at the NCI SBIR Development Center. He is responsible for managing a portfolio of grants and contracts that support the development of innovative cancer therapeutics\, digital health technologies\, and therapeutic devices by small businesses. Prior to joining the NCI\, Dr. Tripurani served for eight years as a Senior Research Scientist and Product Quality Assessor within the U.S. FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research\, Office of Pharmaceutical Quality Research. He earned his Ph.D. in Genetics and Developmental Biology from West Virginia University and completed postdoctoral research training focused on gynecologic cancers and reproductive disorders at Baylor College of Medicine. \nTo register for the 1-on-1 meetings with the NIH/NCI Program Directors\, please contact Valentina Bastidas-Salazar at valentina.bastidassalazar@ucf.edu. \nPlease note: Space for the 1-on-1 meetings with the NIH/NCI Program Directors is limited.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/nci-sbir-sttr-workshop/
LOCATION:GuideWell Innovation Center\, 6555 Sanger Rd\,\, Orlando\, FL\, 32827\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260812T172722Z
CREATED:20260602T172421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T172722Z
UID:27020-1788948000-1788955200@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Readiness at Grow Osceola: Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Grow Osceola Business Series is a hands-on training series designed to empower local business owners for growth and success.\n \n Part 2: Protect Your Systems and Strengthen Your Response\nSafeguard your workplace\, communications\, devices\, and day-to-day operations\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an interactive workshop focused on protecting the physical and digital systems your business relies on every day. \nDr. Darwin Rivera will help you evaluate your current safeguards\, identify practical improvements\, and turn cybersecurity recommendations into a realistic plan your business can implement.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/grow-osceola-business-series-7/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Kissimmee\, 400 Emmett Street\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kissimmee Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T120000
DTSTAMP:20260808T080403Z
CREATED:20260808T075957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T080403Z
UID:27838-1788256800-1788264000@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Orlando: Disaster Prevention Planning
DESCRIPTION:Do you know your business needs to be ready for the next hurricane or emergency…but still don’t have a clear plan for what happens the day after? \nIf your office\, facility\, systems\, or key records were inaccessible tomorrow\, how long could your business operate? \nAre you looking for practical\, real‑world guidance on making your business more resilient without getting lost in technical jargon? \nThis focused\, two‑hour session on Tuesday\, September 1\, 2026\, from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at the UCF Business Incubator – East Colonial (3218 East Colonial Drive\, Orlando\, FL 32803) is designed to help business owners build a realistic\, action‑oriented disaster prevention and recovery plan. \n  \nInstead of a generic preparedness talk\, this workshop zeroes in on: \n\nDeveloping a clear plan to help your business recover quickly after an emergency\nProtecting critical operations\, records\, and systems before a disruption occurs\nPreparing employees so they know exactly what to do when business is interrupted\nStrengthening the resilience of your facilities and key assets\nIdentifying local resources and support available for business continuity and recovery\n\n  \nYou’ll learn from: \n\nSteve South\, Florida SBDC at UCF – providing practical\, business-focused guidance on continuity and recovery\nManual D. Soto\, City of Orlando Emergency Planning Representative – sharing on-the-ground emergency planning insights and coordination resources\n\nSpace is limited to the first 40 registrants\, so early registration is encouraged.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/orlando-disaster-prevention-planning/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator – East Colonial\, UCF Business Incubator – East Colonial 3218 East Colonial Drive Orlando\, Orlando\, FL\, 32803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Orlando Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260812T171900Z
CREATED:20260602T171753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T171900Z
UID:27011-1787738400-1787745600@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Readiness at Grow Osceola: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Grow Osceola Business Series is a hands-on training series designed to empower local business owners for growth and success.\n\nPart 1: Build Your Cybersecurity Foundation \nControl access\, protect your information\, and identify your most important security gaps \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a hands-on workshop designed to help business owners strengthen their cybersecurity foundation…without unnecessary complexity or technical jargon. \nCybersecurity expert and U.S. Air Force veteran\, Dr. Darwin Rivera\, will guide you through proven practical strategies to protect your accounts\, systems\, and business information.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/grow-osceola-business-series-5/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Kissimmee\, 400 Emmett Street\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kissimmee Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T120000
DTSTAMP:20260707T123820Z
CREATED:20260630T124500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T123820Z
UID:27527-1784714400-1784721600@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Grow Osceola Business Series: Disaster Prevention Planning
DESCRIPTION:Grow Osceola Business Series is a hands-on training series designed to empower local business owners for growth and success.\n\nJoin us for an engaging and practical session on disaster planning and business resilience\, specifically tailored for small business owners. \nProtect Operations – Prepare Your People – Recover Faster
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/grow-osceola-business-series/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Kissimmee\, 400 Emmett Street\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kissimmee Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260630T122644Z
CREATED:20260630T122556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T122644Z
UID:27523-1783504800-1783512000@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Grow Osceola Business Series: Mindset for Momentum
DESCRIPTION:Grow Osceola Business Series is a hands-on training series designed to empower local business owners for growth and success.\n\n\n\nLearn practical strategies to overcome growth barriers\, strengthen sales confidence\, leverage AI tools\, and create a 30-day action plan for business growth. \nIn this session\, we will explore: \n Strategies for developing a growth mindset \n Techniques to strengthen sales confidence \n Practical AI tools to save time and increase revenue \n A 30-day action plan you can implement immediately
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/grow-osceola-business-series-mindset-for-momentum/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Kissimmee\, 400 Emmett Street\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kissimmee Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T193000
DTSTAMP:20260626T164413Z
CREATED:20260602T165249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T164413Z
UID:26992-1782754200-1782761400@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:The Horizon Partnership: Earth\, Space\, and the $200M Frontier
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, this event is sold out. If you would like to be included on the waitlist\, please email Camila at camila.guerrero@ucf.edu\nWhat happens when you bring together NASA administrators\, venture capitalists and the UCF Business Incubation Program? \nA $200 million fund to launch technologies used on Earth and in space! \nJoin us on June 29 at The Orlando Science Center to meet the team behind this venture and learn how you can play a part in supporting those companies selected by the Andromeda team to blast off. \nProgram: \n\n5:30 – 6:15 Networking\n6:15 – 6:30 Remarks from Andromeda Ventures and the UCF Business Incubation Program\n6:45 – 7:15: Technology Founder Panel\n\nFeatured speakers: \n\nDr. Christyl C. Johnson\, Co-Founder\, Andromeda Ventures\nRafael Caamano\, Interim Director of Innovation Districts and the Incubator\, University of Central Florida\nDr. Winston V. Schoenfeld\, Vice President for Research and Innovation\, and Professor of Optics\, MSE\, and ECE at the University of Central Florida\nPaul Karch\, Optokon\nJoe Sleppy\, Capacitech Energy\, Inc\nDavid Reid\, Helicon\nIsrael Becerril\, Silbec\n\nWho should attend: \n\nCompanies interested in the UCF Business Incubation Program\nGovernment officials\, especially economic development officials\nCommunity leaders interested in the technology industry. \nExecutives who support the space industry.\n\nCelebrate with us. Celebrate this new partnership. Celebrate the future of our community. \n 
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/andromeda-at-the-orlando-science-center/
LOCATION:Orlando Science Center\, Our Planet Room\, 777 E Princeton St.\, Orlando\, FL\, 32803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T194946Z
CREATED:20260515T201451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T194946Z
UID:26794-1782295200-1782302400@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Mentor Insight Forum Live Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Current UCF BIP clients are invited to join us for the first Mentor Insight Forum\, a live webinar designed to introduce founders to the value of mentoring through real perspectives from UCF BIP mentors AJ Althius\, Dan Longacre\, and Danny Coello. This kickoff session will spotlight the diverse skills\, experience\, and insight our mentors bring to the table\, helping founders see how the right guidance can shape smarter business decisions. Attendees will learn the value of mentorship\, understand the criteria for participating in the program\, and be invited to apply for a mentor match. \nMeet our speakers:\nAJ Althuis \n \nArjen ‘AJ’ Althuis is the Founder & Managing Partner of Talenthouse Consulting and Lecturer in Business at Rollins College in Winter Park\, Florida where he teaches Entrepreneurship\, International Business\, and HR Management. \nOver the last 30+ years\, AJ Althuis has gained vast international experience in management consulting\, corporate strategy\, mergers & acquisition\, interim management\, as well as being a published author in academia. Having worked with over 50 businesses in the last twenty years\, ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies\, he deeply knows the critical element of talent and optimizing how to bring forward the best of people in an organization\, and how this positively impacts the individual and overall results. \nSharing knowledge with college students and business leaders alike is his passion. \n  \nDanny Coello \n \nDanny Coello has over 20 years of professional experience in the fields of digital marketing\, mortgage lending\, real estate\, and Christian ministry. In 2009\, they founded and managed Dial911ForDesign\, a digital marketing agency. From 2015 to 2016\, Danny served as a Lone Star Professional Alliance for the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce. From 2016 to present\, they have been the Digital Marketing Director for Remnant Publications\, a Christian ministry. From 2003 to 2009\, Danny worked as a Mortgage Lending Consultant for Citi. Lastly\, from 1997 to 2003\, they were a Real Estate Paralegal for Mayor Day Caldwell & Keeton. \nDanny Coello attended Broadview Academy from 1988 to 1990\, where they earned their High School Diploma. Danny then attended The University of Texas at El Paso from 1991 to 1993\, where they earned an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in Music Theory and Composition. Danny subsequently attended the University of Miami from 2005 to 2006\, where they earned an Advance Bachelor of General Studies for Business Professionals degree in Business Administration and Management\, General. \nDan Longacre \nAxonics AI is the platform through which Dan Longacre delivers strategic consulting and educational mentorship. It represents the culmination of a career spent bridging the gap between engineering reality and business strategy. \nWith deep technical roots at Bell Labs (MS CS) and extensive enterprise leadership experience (MBA\, PgMP)\, Dan uses this venue to demonstrate how organizations can move beyond the hype of Artificial Intelligence to find sustainable value. As an evolving practice\, Axonics AI serves as both a consultancy for enterprise clients and a platform for his work mentoring entrepreneurs at the UCF Business Incubation Center. \n\n\nLeadership style\, personal philosophy\, and pursuits beyond the office are vital to understanding who you are hiring. For a full profile on Dan’s background\, including his “Defogability” framework and personal interests\, visit his personal site. \nPrivate Zoom link sent upon registration
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/mentor-insight-forum-live-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T191300Z
CREATED:20260511T191300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T191300Z
UID:26729-1779969600-1779984000@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:M3D Technologies + MERGE Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join M3D Technologies for an exclusive open house at the International Institute of Orthotics & Prosthetics (IIOP) in Tampa. \n​This event offers a firsthand look at the MERGE system\, a next-generation human movement platform designed for Prosthetics\, Orthotics\, and Physical Therapy. MERGE combines immersive environments\, markerless motion capture\, and real-time analytics to deliver meaningful insights and improved patient outcomes. \nYou can learn more and reserve your spot here: https://luma.com/d8o8mgk2
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/m3d-technologies-merge-experience/
LOCATION:International Institute of Orthotics and Prosthetics\, 4809 Memorial Hwy\, Suite C300\, Tampa\, FL\, 33634\, United States
CATEGORIES:Client Events,M3D Technologies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T141138Z
CREATED:20260422T211046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T141138Z
UID:26441-1779190200-1779195600@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Funding Your Start Up with a Strong Financial Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Nearly every startup that utilizes the UCF Business Incubation Program wants to look for funding\, but have you explored all the options and prepared your business with the right financial foundation? \nJoin the Incubator’s Lydia Giffin & Rob Panepinto as they showcase the essential financial concepts every founder should understand and the steps it takes to find funding for your company. \nIt is a Lunch & Learn\, so please bring a lunch and join us!
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/lunch-learn-funding-your-start-up-with-a-strong-financial-foundation/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Research Park\, 3259 Progress Dr.\, Orlando\, FL\, 32826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Research Park Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T090000
DTSTAMP:20260511T191821Z
CREATED:20260502T143440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T191821Z
UID:26571-1779177600-1779181200@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing That Drives Growth
DESCRIPTION:A straightforward session for entrepreneurs and business owners who want to understand what’s actually working in digital marketing\, how to build a digital presence\, and capture conversions online with actionable insights to improve your efforts immediately. \nHere’s what you’ll learn at this event: \n\nWhat’s Really Going On in Digital Marketing: Where most businesses go wrong and why doing “a little bit of everything” usually doesn’t work\nThe Foundation Most People Skip: What actually needs to be in place before you spend money on ads or SEO\nWhere Your Leads Should Be Coming From: Breaking down SEO\, paid ads\, social\, and email\, and how they should work together\nWhat Good Marketing Looks Like Behind the Scenes: How campaigns are actually run\, what gets optimized\, and where things usually break\nReal Example / Walkthrough: Look at a real scenario to show what’s working and what’s not\nWhat I’d Focus on If I Were You: The few things that will make the biggest difference immediately\n\nPresented by Brittany Hohman\, president & CEO\, HohmDigital \nAfter managing marketing and brand strategy for Disney\, SeaWorld\, and Wyndham\, Brittany launched HohmDigital to help businesses grow with purpose. A proud UF alum and mom of two\, she now blends big-brand experience with boutique-level care—supporting clients and her team with equal passion. When she’s off the clock\, you’ll find her chasing sunshine and family time on the water. \nWho Is HohmDigital? \n\n\nWe’re a woman-owned and operated digital agency with 40 years of combined experience in marketing and digital product management. We’ve conceptualized multi-million dollar marketing strategies and campaigns\, and designed\, developed\, and managed content for major corporations. Basically: Your brand is in good hands.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/digital-marketing-that-drives-growth/
LOCATION:Clermont City Center\, 620 West Montrose Street\, Clermont\, Florida\, 34711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Lake County/Eustis Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153604Z
CREATED:20260410T192136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T153604Z
UID:26296-1778666400-1778673600@incubator.ucf.edu
SUMMARY:Grow Osceola Business Series: A Business Owner's Guide to Cybersecurity and AI
DESCRIPTION:Grow Osceola Business Series is a hands-on training series designed to empower local business owners for growth and success. \n  \n\n\nJoin us for an interactive session designed to help small business owners understand their most critical Information Technology risks and how to address them. \n\n\nDrawing on 20+ years of data breach analysis\, Cybersecurity expert\, Dr. Darwin Rivera\, will walk you through the most common\, costly\, and avoidable IT Security mistakes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt this session\, you will: \n\n\n\n\n✔ Identify and mitigate the top cybersecurity risks for small businesses \n\n✔ Understand and manage AI-related security risks \n  \n\n\n\nFollow us on LinkedIn for updates\, news\, and more! \n#KISSINC
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/grow-osceola-business-series-wednesday-may-13th/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Kissimmee\, 400 Emmett Street\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Kissimmee Incubator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T141210Z
CREATED:20260422T210235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T141210Z
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SUMMARY:Maximizing the R&D Tax Credit
DESCRIPTION:Are you leaving money on the table?  \nIf you are investing time and money into improving how your business operates\, you may be leaving significant tax savings on the table. Join us for a practical workshop designed to help business owners understand R&D tax credits eligibility\, documentation\, and strategy so they can turn everyday innovation into real tax savings and cash flow. \nThe seminar is being presented by ADP\, both in person and online.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/maximizing-the-rd-tax-credit/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Research Park\, 3259 Progress Dr.\, Orlando\, FL\, 32826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Research Park Incubator
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T141300Z
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SUMMARY:Sales For People Who Hate Sales
DESCRIPTION:A better way to sell without feeling uncomfortable \nIn this free workshop\, you will learn how to: \n\nTurn “sales” into natural\, productive conversations\nStop pitching and focus on what actually matters\nUse a simple visual framework to guide every conversation\nMove deals forward—without pressure or cheesy “closing tricks.”\n\nPresented by Chance Sweat. \nA self-described “reluctant salesperson\,” Chance understands that many entrepreneurs resist the sales process despite it being critical to business survival. He prefers to take a practical approach to sales for founders who’d rather focus on their craft than their pitch.\nChance is a sales executive turned entrepreneur who has spent nearly a decade mastering the art of revenue generation\, from building a $35M+ national healthcare portfolio to acquiring\, scaling\, and successfully exiting a Main Street service business.\nNow as the founder of Foundry Leadership\, he coaches small-to-midsize business owners on sustainable growth strategies and operational excellence.
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/sales-for-people-who-hate-sales/
LOCATION:Mega Workplace\, 343 N. Bay St.\, Eustis\, FL\, 32712\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T152314Z
CREATED:20260408T132149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T152314Z
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SUMMARY:Grow Osceola Business Series Presents: Smart Legal Agreements for Smart Growth
DESCRIPTION:Many businesses run into legal issues because expectations aren’t clearly defined. Join us to learn how strong contracts help you clarify responsibilities\, reduce misunderstandings\, and build a more reliable business foundation\, so you can operate with greater confidence. \n💡 In this session\, attendees will learn how to: \n✔ Identify the essential contracts your business should have in place \n✔ Understand key terms and clauses before signing any agreement \n✔ Reduce misunderstandings by clearly defining expectations and responsibilities \n✔ Move beyond handshake agreements to more consistent and professional business practices \n🎤 Featuring expert speaker: \nEmanuel J. Caraballo-Santiago- Founder & Managing Attorney  (TealAcre) \nPresented by: \n                   \n \n 
URL:https://incubator.ucf.edu/event/grow-osceola-business-series-presents-smart-contracts-for-smart-growth/
LOCATION:UCF Business Incubator Kissimmee\, 400 Emmett Street\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Incubator Events,Kissimmee Incubator
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