UVA Innovates plays a leading role in engaging beyond our Grounds, working with others to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in Charlottesville, the Commonwealth, and beyond. Here is a list of some of the Entrepreneurship Support Organizations (ESOs) that help make our broader ecosystem vibrant.
Commonwealth Partnerships
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CvilleBioHub
We accelerate the biotechnology industry through engagement, resourcing and education.
cvillebiohub.org
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Venture Central
Venture Central works collaboratively to identify gaps, strengthen successful initiatives, and find solutions for unmet needs in Central Virginia.
www.venturecentralva.com
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434 Accelerator
434 is a long-format accelerator, providing select technology-driven, early-stage startups based in and around the Charlottesville area with nine months of program support.
www.434.co
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CODE
CODE creates a dynamic and healthy work environment that emphasizes principles of wellness and sustainability within the workplace while facilitating a diverse mix of tenants.
codebuilding.com
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Vault Virginia
A modern work & culture club where creativity & connectivity thrive. Meet you there.
www.vaultvirginia.com
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CBIC
We represent and support the interests of our area’s technology and innovation-based businesses at all stages of growth.
cvilleinnovation.org
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Community Investment Collaborative
CIC is a mission-driven non-profit in Charlottesville, VA that's empowering small business for big change.
cicville.org
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Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation
VIPIC drives innovation and collaboration in Virginia's startup ecosystem through equity investments.
vipc.org
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Virginia Economic Development Partnership
VEDP is the state economic development authority for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
www.vedp.org
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GO Virginia
An initiative by Virginia’s senior business leaders to foster private-sector growth and job creation through state incentives.
govirginia.org