What is the Florida High Tech Corridor? How do I fit in? It is more than an initiative or facilitator; it’s a force multiplier. The 23-county region that spans Central Florida and defines The Corridor is anchored by three of the country’s largest research institutions: the University of Central Florida (UCF), the University of South Florida (USF) and the University of Florida (UF). This is all at our doorstep. Let's learn how it can benefit us in our invention process.
Carol M. Nasseh
Senior Cluster Manager
Florida High Tech Corridor
Carol is the Senior Cluster Manager for Life Sciences for Cenfluence at the Florida High Tech Corridor, where she leads initiatives to drive growth and collaboration among life sciences companies in Central Florida. In this role, she helps connect cluster members with resources, strategic partnerships, and opportunities for innovation and expansion, both locally and globally.
Previously, Carol served in Orange County Government's Office of Economic Trade and Tourism Development, where she developed international trade and investment partnerships for the region. As the Mayor's protocol officer, she managed logistics for visits from foreign dignitaries and coordinated international economic trade missions. Additionally, Carol acted as a liaison between the Orange County Convention Center, Orange County Government, and the Orlando Economic Partnership, strengthening public-private collaborations.
Carol has engaged with delegations from over 30 countries, facilitating relationships with government entities and private companies. These efforts have supported entrepreneurship, job creation, foreign direct investment, and global trade connections. She has also played a pivotal role in linking hundreds of businesses and entrepreneurs with key resources for growth.
Carol holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of South Florida and pursued a Master of Public Administration at the University of Central Florida. Outside of work, Carol enjoys spending time with her husband and their two sons, Gabriel and Michael, exploring local parks and nature trails together.
