HealthTech
Tampa
This is not a traditional accelerator.
It is part of a statewide platform designed to connect companies directly into Florida’s economy.
Tampa Bay is positioned as a national leader in HealthTech, where research, clinical care, and commercialization converge. Launched in 2026 as part of the Ambition Accelerated statewide expansion, the Tampa Bay HealthTech Accelerator is powered by FC100, eMerge Americas, and Embarc Collective. Focused on companies building solutions across healthcare delivery, medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health, the accelerator connects startups with world-class medical institutions, corporate partners, and investors, providing the mentorship and resources necessary to pilot, scale, and commercialize innovation.
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
2026 Applications are Open for Ambition Accelerated’s Four Hybrid, Industry-Focused Accelerators Across Florida
Applications are open through August 21, 2026 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The accelerator will run from the week of October 12 through the week of December 7, with the week of Thanksgiving off. To apply, you will be redirected to an external application portal and asked to create an account before submitting your application.
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The accelerator program is backed by a statewide network of over 75 CEOs, founders, and senior executives, and will connect chosen high-growth startups directly to customers, capital, and leadership across the state, aligning Florida’s regional strengths into a coordinated system designed for scale.
What Companies Gain
Founders are not just entering a program. They are entering a market.
Elite Mentorship
Direct access to top CEOs, investors, and industry leaders
Corporate Partnerships
Pilot and scale with leading enterprises
Market Access
Leverage Florida's thriving ecosystem for growth and customer acquisition
Investor Network
Connect with Florida's vast investor community
Embarc Collective Scholarship
One founder and co-founder from each company selected for Ambition Accelerated will receive a one-year scholarship for membership in Embarc Collective for 2027, providing unfettered access to their nationally recognized startup platform.
REGION OVERVIEW
Tampa Bay is a vibrant region characterized by a diverse economy, strong population growth, and a commitment to innovation, particularly in healthcare and MedTech. With world-class medical institutions, Tampa Bay has established itself as a national leader in life sciences and healthcare innovation. The region continues to attract top talent, bolstered by its strategic location, quality of life, and nationally recognized startup support ecosystem.
The Tampa Medical & Research District (TMRD), where the HealthTech accelerator program is based, is a hub of premier clinical care, research, biotechnology and academics. Anchored by Tampa General Hospital and the University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine, TMRD shares infrastructure and aligned leadership to accelerate innovation and helps to access talent, data and capital for testing and growth.
