CenterState CEO's Kara Jones Discusses GENIUS Round 9 with NewsChannel 9

Posted On
February 4, 2025
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CenterState CEO's Director of Programs & Engagement for Innovation & Entrepreneurship Kara Jones spoke with NewsChannel 9's Jeff Kulikowsky about GENIUS NY Round 9, now accepting applications. 

"We're looking for innovative, tech-driven companies, usually just beyond the ideation phase. Companies that have the potential to grow and scale quickly. While drones are certainly a big focus, I want to emphasize that it's not the only industry we support. We can take applications from companies in robotics and other related technologies."

Learn more about the GENIUS NY application process.

Watch the full interview with Kara Jones.

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