# Event Details - **Event Name**: TiE Tampa|Defense & Capital|Building Future of National Security Innovation - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Where innovation meets mission. Where founders meet opportunity. Where Tampa Bay helps shape the future of defense innovation.About this EventDefense & CapitalWhere innovation meets mission. Where founders meet opportunity. Where Tampa Bay helps shape the future of defense innovation.From advanced manufacturing and AI to cybersecurity, autonomy, logistics, and resilient infrastructure, the next generation of defense innovation is being built through collaboration among entrepreneurs, investors, operators, and government partners.Tampa Bay sits at the center of this transformation.As one of the nation's emerging hubs for defense innovation, dual-use technology, and national security entrepreneurship, the region is attracting founders, investors, corporate partners, and innovation organizations focused on solving complex challenges at the intersection of commercial markets and mission-critical applications. Through organizations such as SOFWERX and a growing network of innovation partners, investors, and technology leaders, Tampa Bay is helping accelerate the path from breakthrough ideas to real-world impact.This TiE Tampa Bay gathering brings together founders, investors, defense leaders, operators, and ecosystem builders to explore where capital, innovation, and national security intersect.Why Tampa Bay?SOFWERX — a nationally recognized innovation platform connecting non-traditional innovators with defense challengesGrowing presence of dual-use venture funds, defense-focused investors, and national security capital networksRapidly expanding sectors in AI, cybersecurity, autonomy, maritime technology, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and resilient infrastructureAccess to innovation partners, test environments, universities, and commercialization pathwaysStrategic geographic location connecting military, industry, research, and entrepreneurial communitiesA collaborative ecosystem built around entrepreneurship, innovation, and scalable growthWhy Now?Global instability, supply-chain shifts, cybersecurity threats, and the rapid acceleration of AI have fundamentally changed the defense and investment landscape. Capital is increasingly flowing toward technologies capable of serving both commercial and national security markets.Founders today have unprecedented opportunities to build companies that are both high-growth and mission-critical. Investors are actively seeking scalable technologies with defense applications. Government organizations and industry partners are engaging earlier with startups than ever before.Florida and Tampa Bay are uniquely positioned to play a leading role in this next era of innovation.What to ExpectConversations with defense innovation leaders, investors, founders, and operatorsInsights into navigating dual-use and defense marketsDiscussion around capital formation, procurement pathways, and emerging opportunitiesNetworking with entrepreneurs, technologists, family offices, and strategic partnersExploration of how Florida is becoming a national hub for defense innovation and venture growthWho Should AttendFounders and startupsInvestors and family officesDefense and dual-use technology companiesCybersecurity, AI, autonomy, aerospace, maritime, and advanced manufacturing leadersStudents and emerging innovatorsCorporate innovation and strategic partnership teamsAnyone interested in the future of innovation, resilience, and national securityTiE Tampa Bay | Defense & CapitalInnovate. Invest. Impact.Connecting the people, capital, and ideas shaping the future of defense innovation. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/thonotosassa/tie-tampadefense-and-capitalbuilding-future-of-national-security-innovation/100001990585680355 - **Event Categories**: business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: 10820 Eagle Roost Cove - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 39.19, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Thonotosassa - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: 10820 Eagle Roost Cove - **lat**: 28.0669645 - **long**: -82.26730739999999 - **full address**: 10820 Eagle Roost Cove, 10820 Eagle Roost Cove, Thonotosassa, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: TiE Tampa|Defense & Capital|Building Future of National Security Innovation - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=TiE+Tampa%7CDefense+%26+Capital%7CBuilding+Future+of+National+Security+Innovation&date=Thu%2C+23+Jul%2C+2026+at+05%3A30+pm&bg=1 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is TiE Tampa|Defense & Capital|Building Future of National Security Innovation being held? - **A:** TiE Tampa|Defense & Capital|Building Future of National Security Innovation takes place on Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm at 10820 Eagle Roost Cove, 10820 Eagle Roost Cove, Thonotosassa, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing TiE Tampa|Defense & Capital|Building Future of National Security Innovation? - **A:** TiE Tampa|Defense & Capital|Building Future of National Security Innovation is organized by TIE Tampa Bay. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** TiE Tampa|Defense & Capital|Building Future of National Security Innovation is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Thonotosassa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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