Accelerators

FedTech accelerators are cohort-based programs in which startups are given the resources and education to expedite their growth in a specific market.

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Disruptive Technology Scouting

Seeking Disruptive Technologies for Collaboration
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A major aerospace and defense contractor is looking to accelerate the development of select sensing technologies via R&D funding, transition partner opportunities, equity investment, and feedback. Whether you are nurturing an early-stage prototype in a lab or operating a growth-stage small business, we're eager to hear from you!

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Four Corners CleanTech Cluster

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The Four Corners CleanTech Cluster is part of the SBA’s nationwide Regional Innovation Clusters (RIC) network, an initiative that empowers high-growth small businesses in key industries. The Four Corners CleanTech Cluster, in partnership with FedTech, supports cleantech companies in Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado, providing targeted guidance to help them thrive in the competitive clean energy market.

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J-Bridge CleanTech Connector

Facilitating Collaboration Between Japanese Companies and US Startups
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January 6, 2025
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J-Bridge CleanTech Connector offers a fast track to collaborate with Japanese companies, through curated introductions. This program will open doors to funded pilots, investments, and strategic international partnerships.

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Montgomery County, MD Technology Innovation Fund and Montgomery County, MD Founders Fund

Applications Open December 10, 2024 – January 31, 2025
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January 31, 2025
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The Montgomery County, MD Technology Innovation and Founders Funds, established through Resolution 20-491 on May 7, 2024, were enacted to strengthen economic development by providing critical funding for early-stage high-tech companies and small businesses. These programs aim to address long-standing funding disparities that have historically hindered their growth potential.

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