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UF GatorPitch 2026

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM UTC

Miami, FL

Apply by September 5, 2026

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About the event

GatorPitch is UF Innovate's annual startup pitch competition in Miami. Two tracks: Investment-ready company and Student Startup. Open to Florida-affiliated founders across biotech, SaaS, AI, fintech, cleantech, and other verticals.

Who should apply: Florida-affiliated startups — current/former faculty, students, alumni, Florida-based companies, or teams that licensed technology from a Florida university.

Hosted by UF GatorPitch Competition

Presenting teams (8)

Accepted teams appear here as they are confirmed.

All University of Florida startups