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Local incubator Technovator highlights federal support and immigrant‑serving partnerships in Sanford

5513343 · July 28, 2025
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Maria Lord and partners presented the Technovator incubator’s work, noting federal backing for foreign direct investment efforts, partnerships with Seminole State College and available business supports for entrepreneurs, including cybersecurity and medtech connections.

Maria Lord and partners told the Sanford City Commission on July 28 that the Technovator — a privately run technology incubator in downtown Sanford — has received a Department of Commerce renewal and is working with Seminole State College and other partners to attract foreign direct investment and support local entrepreneurs.

Why it matters: The incubator aims to bring tech and medtech firms, support immigrant entrepreneurs through English‑language and adult‑education partnerships, and provide pro bono consultations for local businesses — efforts that…

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