After a long shift, the last thing you want is a stressful commute. That’s why we’re giving kudos to Orlando Health and their new UPass program, which provides free public transit to thousands of healthcare workers and students. UPass is a growing initiative that lets businesses, schools, and organizations cover the cost of transit for their members. It’s the kind of smart, people-first planning that makes a real difference. This is the level of accessibility we’re striving for in our Innovation District Master Plan. A connected community isn’t just a dream—it’s already taking shape.
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Join us on our next tour of the Innovation District! Our tour will begin at the HUB, and we will board a trolley with other Innovation District partners. As we travel throughout the District, you will learn about the fascinating history and exciting future plans for the area. We will make several stops for a unique insider view of the research and collaborations underway. Participants are invited to enjoy a networking happy hour back at the HUB, where our tour will conclude.
A group of support organizations, led by the Innovation District and fueled by a grant from Duke Energy, developed our first Tampa Bay Innovation Ecosystem Map in 2023. We aim to continue guiding entrepreneurs to the best possible resources with an updated version.
Josh Rojas of Bay News 9 recently visited the Maritime and Defense Tech Hub, where he was welcomed by CEO Alison Barlow and COO Lauren Bell for a discussion about the building’s future expansion. The Hub is already home to a thriving community of companies and demand continues to grow. To accommodate this momentum, leaders are envisioning Hub 2.0, a second building proposed for the west parking lot.