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Happy Thursday! Welcome to 'Mind Your Business' by Masterminds Tampa Bay, the newsletter that's like discovering free WiFi on an airplane - an unexpected joy that elevates your whole journey.

Here’s what we have for you today:

• The Breakthrough Tech Protecting Satellites in Space 

• Are Virtual Fitting Rooms The Future of Online Shopping?

• The Startup Support Program With A 96% Success Rate

• How This Female-Led Startup Plans to Improve Cancer Care 

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GuardianSat Joins USF Incubator to Revolutionize Space Safety

GuardianSat, a satellite startup, has joined the University of South Florida's Tampa Bay Technology Incubator to expand its satellite protection technologies against aerospace threats. Leveraging USF Connect's resources, the startup aims to enhance space safety by mitigating satellite collisions and defending against hostile threats.

Co-founded by industry veterans, GuardianSat has cooked up a clever piece of tech for satellites way up high: a system that spots space junk, sidesteps it smoothly, and then nudges the satellite back into place, all without skipping a beat on its main mission. It’s like having an autopilot that avoids traffic jams in space.

Additionally, the startup plans to establish its headquarters in Tampa, buoyed by support from USF and local initiatives like Tampa Bay Wave, marking a significant step in their growth and contribution to the Tampa Bay area's tech ecosystem.

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TECH STARTUPS

BodiData's Innovative Tech Reduces Retail Returns, Revolutionizing Shopping with 3D Scanning Precision

BodiData Inc., founded in 2016 by Bruce Terry and Tuoc Luong, has developed a cutting-edge solution to the retail industry's return problem with its software service platform, BodiData. The startup, aiming to reduce environmental impact from returns, utilizes 3D scanning technology to ensure customers find the perfect clothing fit the first time.

Having raised over $18 million in funds, mostly from friends and family, and recently an additional $2 million for operational capital, BodiData is now focusing on international expansion and further customer acquisition. With its innovative body scanner, Kora V3, BodiData provides a privacy-respecting way to accurately measure body sizes, facilitating a better shopping experience and minimizing returns.

Based in St. Petersburg, with a team spread across the globe, BodiData stands at the forefront of merging technology with fashion to address environmental and efficiency challenges in the uniform retail sector.

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GROWTH

Embarc Collective Shatters Startup Survival Odds: 96% Success Rate Marks 5 Years of Unprecedented Growth in Florida's Tech Scene

Embarc Collective, a Florida-based startup hub, celebrates its fifth anniversary with a notable success rate: 96% of its original 25 member startups are still thriving, significantly surpassing the national 5-year survival rate of 50% for new businesses. Since its inception in 2019, Embarc Collective has supported 220 startups, contributing to the creation of nearly 1,000 jobs.

Known for its personalized coaching and targeted workshops, Embarc has provided over 6,000 hours of coaching and nearly 400 workshops to help startups grow and succeed. Its physical facility in downtown Tampa has become a vital center for the tech community, hosting over 200 public events annually. Embarc's achievements include being recognized as a top global startup support program by UBI Global, highlighting its impactful role in driving job growth and supporting the resilience and success of entrepreneurs in Florida and beyond.

HEALTHTECH

Meet Aayu+ Box, Winner of the TGH Innovation Challenge for Cancer Care in Rural Areas

TGH Ventures, the venture capital and innovation arm of Tampa General Hospital, along with the TGH Cancer Institute, made an exciting announcement at the Synapse Summit. From a competitive field of four finalists, Aayu+ Box emerged victorious in the TGH Innovation Challenge.

This monthly subscription service is dedicated to advancing early cancer screening detection and education, with a focus on reducing cancer mortality in rural communities. Discover how Aayu+ Box's innovative approach could transform the future of cancer care by watching their presentation now.

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