Innovate Weekly @UTampa

Join us for a conversation with Fiona and Skye, the founders of Bellys, as they share the story behind their dessert company and their journey into entrepreneurship. We explore how they developed the Bellys brand, the lessons they’ve learned while building their business, and what it takes to turn a sweet idea into a growing venture.

Join us for a conversation with Felipe Echeverri, owner of Suncoast Property Visuals, as we explore his entrepreneurial journey in real estate photography. Felipe shares insights into building his business, serving the real estate market, overcoming challenges, and turning creative skills into a growing venture.

Join us as we chat with Sarah Hinkle, founder of The Lone Daffodil. She shares how she turns thrifted fabrics into unique, handmade clothing, giving old materials a second life while promoting sustainable, thoughtful fashion. The episode also includes our weekly Motivational Minute.
 
 
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Music Credit: @isabelladiazmusic

This week’s episode highlights upcoming events at the Lowth Entrepreneurship Center and features a conversation with Luke DeLoe, President of UTampa Entrepreneurs. Guided by his motto, “Learn. Create. Inspire.”, Luke shares his perspective on building an entrepreneurial culture on campus and the importance of getting involved early. He discusses leading a student organization, supporting peers as they develop ideas, and balancing leadership with student life. The episode also includes our weekly Motivational Minute.
 
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Make sure you join Spartan Collective and follow the center on Instagram (@utecenter) for updates!
Music Credit: @isabelladiazmusic

This week, we highlight upcoming events at the Lowth Entrepreneurship Center and sit down with Paulina, founder of Azzaik, after her Spartan Cup win. As our first recurring guest, the conversation is more free and relaxed, with more of the real moments from the recording included. Paulina shares what it is like building a product based business as a college freshman and how she balances growing her brand with student life. We also feature a Motivational Minute focused on finding your drive and carving out your own space in entrepreneurship.
 
Be sure to check out Azzaik's website, visit their instagram, or reach out to Paulina via email!
Make sure you join Spartan Collective and follow the center on Instagram (@utecenter) for updates!
Music Credit: @isabelladiazmusic

This week on Innovate Weekly, we talk with Terryl Humphrey about turning real experiences into authority, building a brand through storytelling, and what student entrepreneurs can learn from consistency and leadership. We also share upcoming opportunities at the Lowth Entrepreneurship Center and a quick Motivational Minute to inspire the beginning of your semester.
 
 
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Music Credit: @isabelladiazmusic

This week, as we head into winter break, we highlight upcoming initiatives at the Lowth Entrepreneurship Center and sit down with Carolyn Place, an emerging entrepreneur and student leader. Carolyn shares insights on turning ideas into actionable projects, developing entrepreneurial skills, and balancing meaningful work with student life. We also feature a Motivational Minute on using this season to reflect, refocus, and set intentions for growth in the world of entrepreneurship.
 
Be sure to check out Carolyn's Website or visit her instagram!
Make sure you join Spartan Collective and follow the center on Instagram (@utecenter) for updates!
Music Credit: @isabelladiazmusic

In this episode, we sit down with Aiden Maciel to talk about his team’s experience at the Fall Venture Showcase and how collaboration helped bring their venture to life. Aiden shares what it was like to prepare and present with his teammates, the lessons they gained from working together, and how feedback from peers, mentors, and judges shaped their project. He also reflects on the support and community within the Lowth Entrepreneurship Center and how teamwork combined with the hands-on structure of FVS creates real opportunities for student founders to grow, innovate, and make an impact.
 
Make sure you join Spartan Collective and follow the center on Instagram (@utecenter) for updates!
Music Credit: @isabelladiazmusic

This week, we highlight upcoming events at the Lowth Entrepreneurship Center and sit down with Paulina, founder of Azzaik, to explore what it’s like building a product-based business as a college freshman. Paulina shares how she turned her interest in jewelry into a global brand, shipping over 15,000 pieces worldwide, and how she balances growing her company with life as a student. We also feature a Motivational Minute focused on finding your drive and using it to carve out your own space in the world of entrepreneurship.
Be sure to check out Azzaik's website, visit their instagram, or reach out to Paulina via email!
Make sure you join Spartan Collective and follow the center on Instagram (@utecenter) for updates!
Music Credit: @isabelladiazmusic