Defensetech accelerator
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
A 12-week accelerator program for early-stage technology companies with innovative products that can be grown and scaled in the defense and commercial markets. Each program cycle consists of five companies who participate without paying any fees or relinquishing equity.
The CRP DefenseTech Accelerator matches companies with defense tech advisors to assess the viability of scaling their products within the federal government, coaches to help build and refine a defense specific go-to-market strategy, business development experts and writing specialists to support proposals, and access to an expansive network of product users, customers, and investors.
1:1 Mentor Sessions
The Accelerator curates a tailored list of mentors from a diverse network of current and former executives of early and growth stage startups, OEM product leaders, former U.S. Department of Defense personnel, and seasoned T1 consultants.
Weekly Meetings
Cohorts will engage with a team of experienced T1 strategic advisors to develop a comprehensive defense-specific go-to- market strategy and a tactical business development plan of action for engaging defense customers.
Marketing Collateral
Cohorts will develop defense-specific marketing collateral, refine their messaging, branding, and marketing materials to effectively communicate their unique value propositions within the defense industry.
Customer & Investor Intros
Cohorts will present to the Accelerator’s extensive network of defense-focused venture capital firms, private investors, DoD Major Commands, Program Offices, Innovation Labs, OEMs, Prime Contractors, and more.
Lunch & Learns
Every week participants will have the opportunity to learn from experts on topics like DoD 101-301, deconstructing successful SBIR proposals, securing government funding, and more.
Fireside Chats
Cohorts will join fireside chats with elite defense tech experts to gain invaluable insights into emerging trends, funding opportunities, and success strategies, boosting their impact in the defense sector.
KEY PROGRAM SUCCESS METRICS
Within 12 months of participation, 75% of graduates will:
- Secure at least one prime contract with the U.S. federal government
- Secure at least one subcontract with a U.S. federal government prime contractor
- Partner with at least one prime contractor or OEM
- Raise at least $100K in private capital funding
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Erin Koshut
Cummings Research Park
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Kayla Brown
Huntsville/Madison County Chamber
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