Tampa Bay Wave and USF Launch 2023 FinTech|X Accelerator Cohort

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Tampa Bay Wave and University of South Florida Muma College of Business Launch the 2023 FinTech|X Accelerator

TAMPA, FL – August 28, 2023 — Tampa Bay Wave, in collaboration with the University of South Florida (USF) Muma College of Business, proudly announces the launch of the highly anticipated 2023 FinTech|X Accelerator powered by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), Encore Bank, and Smiley Technologies.

This 2023 Accelerator represents the second year of a multi-year partnership aimed at nurturing and propelling disruptive fintech startups to new heights of success in Tampa Bay and beyond.

“The second year of this fintech accelerator signifies a significant drive forward in the collaboration between Tampa Bay Wave and USF Muma College of Business, and we couldn’t be happier,” explained Linda Olson, CEO of Tampa Bay Wave.

“Through our partnership with the Tampa Bay Wave, the USF Muma College of Business, and particularly the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance, has become the destination of choice for fintech entrepreneurs to learn and launch their ventures,” said Gert-Jan de Vreede, Interim Dean of USF’s Muma College of Business.

The 2023 FinTech|X Accelerator has identified 15 trailblazing startups to comprise this year's cohort, selected for their innovative solutions and revolutionary approaches to reshaping the financial technology landscape.

Over 90 days, with three in-person weeks at the USF St. Petersburg campus, each startup will receive unparalleled access to resources, mentorship, connections, and guidance from industry veterans.

2023 FinTech|X Cohort Companies

Andeno Co (San Juan, Puerto Rico) – Lending innovation for LatAm.
Ascent (New York, NY) – Data platform for underwriting teams.
BringoNet (Albany, NY) – High-frequency trading links via Skywave.
Fitbux (Pflugerville, TX) – AI-powered personal financial services.
Hadley (West Hollywood, CA) – Education savings app for 529 plans.
Jisell (Tampa, FL) – Subscription gift card platform.
KashIO Inc. (Miami, FL) – Finance-as-a-service platform.
Kiddie Kredit (Miami, FL) – Credit education tool for kids.
MonarkMarkets (New York, NY) – Alternative assets trading platform.
OUTFYT (Los Angeles, CA) – Immersive livestream shopping platform.
Propaga (Miami, FL) – B2B Buy Now, Pay Later for LatAm.
REITIUM (Vancouver, BC) – Blockchain real estate investing.
Saturation (Los Angeles, CA) – Financial management for project-driven sectors.
Tech & Flow (St. Petersburg, FL) – Gamified financial education.
Visbanking (Oklahoma City, OK) – Real-time U.S. bank data visualization.

About Tampa Bay Wave

Tampa Bay Wave, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing entrepreneurs with access to resources, expertise, and capital. Since 2013, it has supported more than 500 tech startups.

About the University of South Florida

The University of South Florida is a high-impact research university serving ~50,000 students, recently ranked among the top 50 public universities in the U.S.

About Encore Bank

Encore Bank is a boutique bank offering personalized financial services. Learn more.

About Smiley Technologies

Smiley Technologies modernizes core banking applications. Learn more.

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