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APPLY FOR THE PHASE ZERO: INNOVATOR INCUBATOR PROGRAM General Instructions Cyber Florida is actively seeking applications for its Phase Zero: Innovator Incubator Program. The application process will take place in two stages: a. The written application which includes a white paper, budget template and the completion of the USF Mini Audit Questionnaire. b. After evaluation of the written applications, a subset of applicants will be invited to participate in the virtual pitch presentation given to the selection panel.
Final evaluation of all applications & presentations will consist of 4-6 experts in research and commercialization of startups, comprised of the following: c. 1 nominee from the USF Muma College of Business and one nominee from the USF College of Engineering d. 1 nominee from the USF VP of Research & Innovation e. 1 nominee from the critical Infrastructure sectors in Florida f. 1-2 nominees from the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Florida
Timeline of the Application & Review Process: • Application Launch: December 1, 2024 • Application Due Date: January 3, 2025 • Application Review Starts: January 6, 2025 • Pitch Event: Tentatively January 24, 2025 Please note: An Employer Identification Number (EIN) and a Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code are required to receive funding. If you have not yet obtained these, please visit the links provided to begin the application process. It is important to initiate these processes as early as possible, as obtaining an EIN and CAGE code may take several months. Failure to obtain these items in advance may result in funding delays if selected as an award recipient. Apply for EIN: https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/how-to-apply-for-an-ein Register at SAM.gov: https://usfcr.com/sam-registration/