Join us for a tour of Malachowsky Hall at UF, then pop over to Cantina Anejo for a happy hour! Come join us for a fun and casual happy hour event this August! Meet and mingle with fellow members of the GNV community as we tour the Malachowsky Hall, then we'll move over to Cantina Anejo for a relaxed networking happy hour. Opened […]
Join us for the September Eye Opener Breakfast: "From Hurricanes to Home Games: UF's Campus Safety Strategy". From hurricane season to game day crowds, managing safety and operations at the University of Florida is no small feat. Ever wonder how it all comes together behind the scenes? UF Police Chief Bart Knowles will give us […]
Welcome to the monthly AI for Business Meetup! Presented by startGNV & RAIZOR @Starter Space (UF Innovate) Join us for an evening of useful insight and real talk about how local businesses are putting AI to work today. Whether you're a founder, freelancer, manager, marketer, or just AI-curious, this meetup is a chance to connect with others in the Gainesville business […]
Alachua Chamber Monthly LuncheonJoin the Alachua Chamber of Commerce for our monthly luncheon, where business leaders, community members, and entrepreneurs come together to connect, learn, and share ideas. Each month features engaging speakers, valuable updates on community initiatives, and opportunities to build lasting relationships with fellow members. Come enjoy lunch, expand your network, and stay […]
2025 Economic Development Summit Arts, Entertainment & Athletics | Hosted by CIED Santa Fe College CIED Santa Fe College Blount Hall – Gainesville, FL September 12, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Registration: $249 (Lunch Included) ➤Are you ready to explore how arts, entertainment, and athletics can fuel economic growth and community revitalization? ➤ Join us […]
Small businesses often feel that they are "alone in the fight." But in actuality, most small business owners are experiencing the same highs and lows. The small business support group is an opportunity for owners of businesses with 25 employees or less to come together and share ideas, questions and experiences(maybe even a rant or […]
UF Innovate | Accelerate @ Sid Martin Biotech's 30th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon Join us in honoring three decades of innovation, entrepreneurship, and community impact at one of the most awarded biotech incubators in the world. UF Innovate | Accelerate @ Sid Martin Biotech has been at the forefront of supporting biotech startups and growing the […]
Learn basic legal aspects of land use and zoning, how land use laws and zoning laws affect startup businesses and expanding businesses, and basic land use due diligence before signing purchase contracts or lease agreements.This is a great opportunity to learn the basics of what you will need to know when buying land or leasing […]
This pitch event provides an opportunity to connect and network with fellow entrepreneurs and investors. Here is a tentative timeline:- Networking: 5:30 to 6 PM- Program Begins: 6 PM- VC Panel: 6:10 PM- Pitches and Awards: 6:45 to 7:45 PM- Networking until 8:30 PMPanelists:Evan Rachlin, MD:Evan is the CoFounder and Managing Partner of Ascenta Capital. […]
Join us as we welcome Dr. Gregory M. Pontone for the March Eye Opener Discovery Breakfast .Eye Opener Discovery BreakfastWednesday | March 117:30 AMUF Hilton | Shula's Private Dining RoomWe are delighted to welcome Dr. Greg Pontone, Professor and Chief of Aging, Behavioral, and Cognitive Neurology at the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases and […]
Join us for a casual lunch meetup to dive into the latest trends, tools, and real-world use cases in AI.Welcome to the monthly AI for Business Meetup!Presented by startGNV & GNV.AIJoin us for the first AI for Business Lunch Meetup. It'll be full of useful insight and real talk about how local businesses are putting […]
Grab some lunch and get a birds-eye view of important employment matters for your company:Compliance with federal, state, and local lawAnti-discrimination, harassment, and retaliationWage and hour lawIndependent contractors versus employeesWorkers compensationEmployment forms and job descriptionsEmployee handbooks/employment policiesEmployment agreements and restrictive covenantsHiring practicesGeneral HR adviceMeet the speaker:Patrick HunterHunter Patrick is an associate attorney in GrayRobinson's Gainesville […]
