Tim Holcomb, Ph.D.,

Dr. Tim R. Holcomb is CEO of Embarc Collective, a nationally recognized hub for early-stage tech startups and growth companies and a central landing zone for Florida’s most driven founders. Embarc provides curated programming, mentorship, and connections to corporates, universities, and investors, supporting 135+ startups across sectors including AI, healthcare, cybersecurity, fintech, and energy. Since 2019, Embarc companies have achieved a 96% survival rate, created 1,300+ jobs, raised over $700M in capital, and drive $200M+ in annual economic impact. The organization also convenes 10,000+ participants annually through 350+ events. Dr. Holcomb is Co-Founder and Partner at 1809 Capital and a limited partner at QCA Ventures. He has advised hundreds of high-growth companies that have collectively raised nearly $2B in funding, including ReliaQuest and Gravity Diagnostics. With 35+ years of experience, his career spans consulting at Accenture, co-founding and exiting Telcom Global Solutions, and serving as SVP at Flex. He has also held leadership roles at Miami University and Florida State University, advancing entrepreneurship education. In 2026, he was named to the Tampa Bay Business Journal Power 100. He holds a Ph.D. from Texas A&M University and an MBA from the University of Louisiana at Monroe.