Corporate Report

Tech incubator FirstWaVE companies raise more than $8.4 million
Companies in the Tampa Bay WaVE's FirstWaVE program have raised more than $8.4 million in investment capital. The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioner recently recognized the program's growth with a letter of commendation.

FirstWaVE reports that its companies have created roughly 190 jobs since the program was launched in March 2013.

“We're thrilled to see the groundswell of support for the FirstWaVE program and companies we serve,” Linda Olson, president of Tampa Bay WaVE, says in a press release. “This $8.4 million in funding shows the tech startup ecosystem in Tampa is thriving and the entrepreneurs in Hillsborough County are poised for breakout success.”