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Multiple Incubator Graduates and a Client Featured in Orlando Business Journal’s People to Know Series
Two of the primary target industries for the UCF Business Incubation Program are the defense and space industries. When you walk the halls of our Research Park facility, you’ll see dozens of firms who are working to build their business helping bring new technologies, products and services to these fields. That’s why it isn’t a surprise that this year’s People to Know in Space and Defense has a signficant number of people connected to the Incubator. Congratulations to Christopher M. Chambers, Serious
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UCF Business Incubation Program Congratulates Raul Nazario
SharpShell Digital CEO named one of Orlando’s top executives under 40 years old Orlando, Fla. (April 14, 2026) – Last week, Orlando Business Journal announced its annual 40 Under 40 list of the most influential executives in the region under 40 years old. And on the cover was Raul Nazario, CEO of SharpShell Digital, a client of the Orlando UCF Business Incubator. “We simply love it when our client companies and our entrepreneurs receive recognitions like Raul’s inclusion on the 40 under 40 list,” says
Sports Business Journal Honors Orlando Magic with “Best Places to Work” Recognition for Third Straight Year
The Sports Business Journal, the national publication at the epicenter of sports business, recently recognized the Orlando Magic as one of the best places to work for the third straight year. The Magic were the only team across the four major professional sports leagues (NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB) to be recognized. The team was awarded Bronze in the category of team/league/governing body with 50 or more employees. “We are again humbled and honored to be among the Best Places to Work in Sports,” said Orlando
Greater Orlando Sports Commission Board Of Directors Grows To 153 Members
ORLANDO, Fla. (January 22, 2026) – The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) has announced 29 incoming members to its Executive and Advisory Board of Directors, bringing the total to 153 board members. Incoming members will provide leadership and play a vital role in supporting GO Sports as the organization continues to foster collaboration on innovative ideas and advance its mission of bringing a dynamic calendar of sporting events to Central Florida. This team will offer strategic vision, expert
Altamonte Springs City Manager Named One of Central Florida’s Most Influential Leaders by the Orlando Business Journal
The City of Altamonte Springs proudly celebrates City Manager Frank Martz, named one of Central Florida’s Most Influential Leaders by the Orlando Business Journal for 2025. The publication recognized his visionary leadership, regional impact and commitment to reimagining local government. Martz guides Altamonte Springs as one of Florida’s most forward-looking cities. For more than a decade, he has kept the City debt-free while delivering bold initiatives that strengthen community well-being and enhance
