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IGNITE Tallahassee member @SunfishAUV is partnering with FSU hydrogeologist Ming Ye to map Wakulla Springs, advancing insight into Florida’s water supply. A strong example of startups + university research driving real-world impact. More: news.fsu.edu/news/science-t…

With SBIR/STTR reauthorized, competition is heating up. Join IGNITE and @InspiraliaGroup for a two-day workshop focused on what agencies want, how to position your tech, and how to stand out. RSVP: luma.com/1agnhsj2

Why are leading EdTech startups in 2026 focusing on listening over talking? Find out at TiE’s EdTech & AI Master Class, where educators, industry leaders, and founders explore next-gen K–12 tools at the FCRR AIRS Summit. RSVP: luma.com/hmiduqml

Welcoming Margo Jordan, Founder & CEO of @enrich_ly , to the @TIETAMPABAY Master Class: EdTech + AI at @TheFCRR AI & Reading Summit. RSVP: luma.com/hmiduqml

Welcoming Saravana “Pat” Bhava, CEO & Co-founder of @pikmykid, to the @TIETAMPABAY Master Class: EdTech + AI at @TheFCRR AI & Reading Summit. RSVP: luma.com/hmiduqml

Excited to welcome Sara Hand-Herald, President of @TIETAMPABAY & CEO of @Spark_Growth, as a featured speaker at the TiE Master Class: EdTech + AI at the @TheFCRR AI Summit and the Reading System. RSVP: luma.com/hmiduqml

Congratulations to IGNITE Tallahassee member Ja'Baree Allen of Phusion AI on taking home the @DomiStationTLH Innovation Award! It was an incredible night celebrating entrepreneurs, founders, and changemakers building bold ideas and strengthening our local innovation ecosystem.

Big thanks to @HutchisonPllc for hosting a great Lunch & Learn on early-stage fundraising and incentive equity. Appreciate Justyn, Ashley, and Dan for breaking down the structures founders and investors use—and how early decisions shape growth, dilution, and long-term outcomes.

Great day at our Student Ideation Accelerator. Students applied design thinking, collaborated, and strengthened ideas in an energetic, supportive space. Thanks to all who made it a success! #students #ideation #NSFfunded #ignitefsu #FSU

The EdTech + AI Master Class powered by @TIETAMPABAY brings educators, researchers & founders together at the @TheFCRR AIRS Summit, cutting through AI hype to spotlight tools improving K–12 outcomes. See what’s actually working in admin + literacy. RSVP: luma.com/hmiduqml

🎉Congratulations to @SunfishAUV on being selected for NextFab Venture's pre‑seed program, a great opportunity that brings together capital, hands‑on engineering support, and access to key manufacturing and investor networks!

We’re heading to @TheInBIA’s 40th Annual Conference, ICBI40, to join entrepreneur support + ecosystem builders from around the world. Looking forward to reconnecting with old friends, meeting new ones, and shaping what’s next. inbia.org

AI is everywhere in education, but what’s actually moving the needle? Join our @TIETAMPABAY Master Class on EdTech + AI in 2026 at the @TheFCRR AIRS Summit. We’re cutting through the hype to spotlight tools delivering real results in K–12. RSVP: luma.com/hmiduqml

🎉Congratulations to IGNITE Tallahassee member Phusion AI on being accepted into the @nvidia Inception Program—a major step that accelerates their work in real‑world, high‑performance AI.

Looking to partner at the forefront of cellular medicine? IGNITE Tallahassee member Seraphflora is accepting inquiries for Phase 1 strategic alliances and licensing. seraphflora.com

Our Lunch & Learn with @HutchisonPllc is almost here. Get insights on funding instruments, equity structures, and the essentials every founder needs to raise capital. Save your spot: luma.com/7ffzpws6

#FSU startup Feel With Me LLC awarded STTR Phase I award for smart fabric sensors. #NSFFunded #SensorTech seedfund.nsf.gov/awardees/phase…

Nearly 60% of shrimp sampled in Jacksonville were mislabeled as local, American wild‑caught. FSU startup SeaD Consulting uncovered widespread seafood fraud using RIGHTTest, a portable DNA tool developed at FSU. Full story: news4jax.com/news/local/202…

Join us April 9 for a Lunch & Learn with @HutchisonPllc to break down key fundraising instruments and equity structures. Lunch provided RSVP: luma.com/7ffzpws6 #IGNITE #Startups #Fundraising #Equity

@fsulibraries hosts the 2nd annual Art + Entrepreneurship Expo on Thurs, March 26, 2–4 PM at Strozier! Discover resources, meet partners, and explore how creativity + entrepreneurship connect. calendar.fsu.edu/event/2nd-annu… #FSU #Arts #Entrepreneurship