About the Spark Mentoring Program
Overview and program information
The UF Spark Mentoring Program pairs experienced industry mentors with student-led startups at the University of Florida. The goal is to accelerate early-stage ventures by providing strategic guidance on product development, business model validation, AI integration, go-to-market strategy, and fundraising. Sessions are hands-on and tailored to each startup's stage and needs — from refining a pitch deck to mapping competitive landscapes to connecting founders with the right people in the Gainesville ecosystem.
Meet the Mentor
Douglas Campbell
Chief Systems & Innovation Officer, Growth Science Capital Holdings
As Chief Systems & Innovation Officer at Growth Science Capital Holdings, Douglas architects the operational and technological infrastructure powering a portfolio of AI-enabled consulting and professional services firms. He helps founders and executive teams build scalable operations, align technology with strategy, and unlock the full potential of human-centered innovation — blending design thinking, systems architecture, and AI integration.
With over two decades of experience in digital systems, automation, and creative entrepreneurship, Douglas has guided startups and SMBs from concept to market launch across brand strategy, product design, automation, and digital marketing. He previously founded RAIZOR, an AI automation agency, and its spinoff Agent Otto, an AI-driven content creation platform. His workshops and consulting programs are known for turning complex technology into clear, actionable systems that drive measurable results.
About This Platform & AI Usage
The Spark Mentoring Hub is an experimental tool built by Douglas Campbell to organize and share information from his mentoring sessions with UF Spark startups. It serves as a centralized reference for startup profiles, session notes, useful tools, local resources, and the UF ecosystem — all in one place.
This platform is a work in progress. Content is updated regularly, and AI is used in the development and maintenance of this tool. As a result, some information may be incomplete, outdated, or contain errors. If you notice something that needs correcting, please reach out.
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