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SUMMARY:VentureWell Ocean Enterprise Accelerator
DESCRIPTION:Stage 0 and Stage 1 Application Portal \n\n\n\n\n\nDriving Innovation for Ocean Enterprise\nApplications are currently open for Stage 1! \nApply today for Stage 1: \n \nThe Stage 1 Fall 2026 application deadline is July 7 \nApplications for our introductory Stage 0 will reopen soon. Sign up to receive updates. \nBe part of a groundbreaking accelerator empowering early-stage ventures to drive the future of the blue economy. \nThe VentureWell Ocean Enterprise Accelerator is here to help innovators from across America turn their vision into reality by supporting the development\, commercialization\, and adoption of new ocean data technologies and services for economic and societal benefit to the U.S. and our growing blue economy. Whether you’re a student\, researcher\, entrepreneur\, industry professional\, or innovator passionate about building ocean solutions\, this transformative national suite of programs is designed to equip blue innovators with the tools\, resources\, and support needed to turn bold ideas into impactful solutions. \nThe accelerator offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain funding\, grow your expertise\, and connect with a powerful network of industry leaders\, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) researchers\, and academic partners. \n“The launch of the first cohort of the VentureWell Ocean Enterprise Accelerator marks a significant step forward for ocean innovation\,” stated Zack Baize\, Ocean Enterprise program manager at NOAA. “We are proud to be partnering with VentureWell to help support the technologies that will strengthen the U.S. ocean economy.” \n \n\nWhy Apply\nStage 1 \nFor U.S. ocean enterprise innovators\, small businesses and entrepreneurs\, this is the opportunity to accelerate your innovation with seven weeks of virtual programming followed by a three-day in-person workshop where you’ll work with expert coaches and industry experts to prepare for the next stage of your venture development journey. Participants will receive: \n\n$15\,000 in Technology Development and Commercialization (TDC) awards\nIntensive technical development analysis planning\nBusiness model development\nPersonalized coaching\n\nProgram Dates \n\nInformation Session: May 18\, 2026\nVirtual Training: September 23-November 4 2026\nIn-Person Sessions: November 9-11\, 2026\n\nThe Fall 2026 in-person programming will be hosted in New Orleans. Exact details to be announced. \nCoaching and office hour sessions will be hosted from September 23 to December 21. \nApplications for Stage 1 are currently open. Apply today. \n\nOptional Stage 0 \nAre you curious about beginning your blue innovation journey but not sure where to start? Our optional Stage 0 program is designed specifically for those who are new to the world of commercialization and venture development. \nOver three half-day virtual workshops\, you will: \n\nGain exposure to lean startup methodology and explore possible pathways for your innovation\nNetwork with peers and domain experts in ocean-related fields\nUnderstand funding options to further your innovations\nExit the workshop with tangible next steps and access to the VentureWell network\n\nStage 0 is the recommended entry point and is designed so that innovators will be equipped for future Stage 1 cycles. It is not a required prerequisite for innovators who are further along in their venture development. \nProgram Dates \n\nVirtual Training: May 19\, May 21\, and June 9\, 2026\n\nApplications for Stage 0 are currently closed. \n\nComplete Venture Support\nThe full pipeline of future Ocean Enterprise Accelerator programming is available to startups that successfully complete Stage 1. The entire funnel offers the opportunity for ventures to start from an exploratory stage all the way to significant venture realization\, representing a unique opportunity for early-stage innovators to go all of the way with their ventures\, with a cumulative $140\,000 available in direct awards per team. The program also includes access to a technical assistance fund for additional support services. \n \nDownload the chart above as a PDF. \n\nPast Instructors\n  \nCourtney McGeachy \nFormer director of Ocean Visions-United Nations Decade Collaborative Center for Ocean Climate Solutions\, Ocean Visions \n  \nJeff Plumblee \nHazard mitigation and commercialization specialist \n  \n  \nWhitney Tallarico \nCEO\, GRIT Consulting \n  \n  \n\nIs Your Innovation a Good Fit?\nWe’re looking for innovators and ventures developing technologies in key marine and coastal sector industries\, including coastal management\, marine carbon\, water quality\, aquaculture\, shipping\, ports\, and others. \nThe national accelerator is open to innovators and startups based or incorporated in the U.S. \nYou can learn more about the requirements\, as well as obtain more information generally\, by visiting our FAQ page and by downloading our Stage 1 application guidelines. \n\nWe Help Innovators and Startups Find Their Path to Impact\nFor over 30 years\, we have helped innovators and startups uncover opportunities\, discover and validate their target market\, and prepare for investment and commercialization. The evidence? We’ve trained more than 7\,700 early-stage innovation teams and helped launch 6\,100+ ventures that have raised more than $7.8 billion in public and private investments. No matter what phase you’re at in your entrepreneurial journey\, we have the right program to help you advance your innovation—and a network of experts to help.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/venturewell-ocean-enterprise-accelerator-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Funding
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SUMMARY:NIH Applicant Assistance Program Q&A Office Hour SBIR/STTR
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the NIH Applicant Assistance Program (AAP) cohort and the application process? Attend this Q&A office hour to learn about the free support for small businesses planning to apply for an SBIR/STTR award. The mission of the AAP is to increase the number of applications from underrepresented small businesses and to maximize applicant success by offering support and resources. \nThe upcoming NIH AAP cycle will assist small businesses in preparing a Phase I SBIR or STTR application for the September 5\, 2023\, deadline. Accepted AAP applicants will be assigned an expert SBIR/STTR coach from Eva Garland Consulting. Each participant will receive one-on-one\, personalized assistance from their coach in preparing and submitting their SBIR/STTR Phase I application.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/nih-applicant-assistance-program-qa-office-hour-sbir-sttr/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Funding,Office Hours
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SUMMARY:Ignite Health’s Golden Ticket Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Ignite Health’s Golden Ticket Competition marks the beginning of Ignite Health’s Annual Accelerator Program for women-led digital health and medical device startups. This event\, based in North Texas\, is designed to inspire\, discover\, and educate entrepreneurs in the middle of the country and provide them with early access to Ignite Health’s vast community of experts. Winners will receive a Golden Ticket to enter this year’s cohort of entrepreneurs selected to participate in Ignite Health’s one-of-a-kind healthcare-focused Annual Accelerator Program\, providing learning through meaningful connections with a vibrant community of healthcare industry experts\, leaders\, and investors. \nThe Golden Ticket Competition will be held in Dallas\, Texas\, on May 11\, 2023\, at Pegasus Park. It’s not just a pitch competition; it’s an audition for early entry into Ignite Health’s Annual Accelerator Program and its robust community! \nSubmit a completed application no later than 5 p.m. (CDT) on April 12\, 2023. \nApplication criteria: \nMust have a woman founder\, co-founder\, or CEO/COO/CFO/C-other\, with a minimum equity stake of 5%\nA digital health or medical device start-up that addresses an unmet need or creates a market opportunity with a defensible competitive advantage\nA track record of achievement: prototype\, grants\, pilots\, clients\, revenue\nA scalable business model\nA capable leadership team and advisors with domain expertise\nA plausible liquidity event\, exit within 5-7 years\nAvailable to Pitch in Dallas on May 11th\, participate in virtual Accelerator meetings during August and September\, Virtual semi-finals mid-October\, and if selected as a finalist\, participate in Accelerator’s Fire Pitch Competition in early November in Houston\, Texas.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/ignite-healths-golden-ticket-pitch-competition/
CATEGORIES:Accelerator,Funding
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SUMMARY:Love Your Application: Startup Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:General tips for improving your startup application to incubators\, accelerators\, and VC funding.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nTHE SESSION\nA startup accelerator is a fixed-term\, cohort-based program\, that includes mentorship and educational components and culminates in a public pitch event or demo day. \nA startup incubator is a collaborative program for startup companies\, usually physically located in one central workspace\, designed to help startups in their infancy succeed by providing workspace\, seed funding\, mentoring\, and training. \nIn this virtual workshop\, you will gain key tips for improving your application to increase your chance of acceptance into different startup programs. \nParticipants will also get an inside scoop on submitting applications for VC funding and learn about upcoming funding opportunities from Chloe Capital. \n\nThis webinar is ideal for startup founders and high-growth companies.\nTuesday\, February 8\, 2022 @ 11 AM ET.\nRegister above to gain access to the webinar.\n\n\n\nFEATURED SPEAKER\nNadyli Nuñez | Executive Director\n\n\n\nNadyli is the executive director of Ascender\, a hub that helps entrepreneurs start and build their companies through education\, mentorship\, and coworking community. She also serves on the advisory boards for SXSW Pitch and Inventures Startup Pitch\, which identifies promising startups worldwide and connects them to experts\, talent\, and investors. Additionally\, Nadyli is on the Community Forge Advisory Board\, an organization building an equitable economy for Wilkinsburg and Greater Pittsburgh through entrepreneurship. \n\n\n  \n\n\n\nTHE PROGRAM\nThis application workshop was made possible by Invest In Women x Pittsburgh\, which is an initiative for underrepresented entrepreneurs in the Pittsburgh area\, designed to support women-led technology companies tackling real-world problems. Chloe Capital\, Ascender and the Richard King Mellon Foundation are partnering to create a collaborative and inclusive fundraising experience through a series of online events leading up to a 48-hour in-person program in Pittsburgh this Spring. Five women with companies located in\, or willing to relocate to\, Allegheny or Westmoreland counties will be selected to pitch Chloe Capital and a team of active investors at a public Founder Showcase this April. On average\, participants in a Chloe Capital program each go on to raise $2\,000\,000 within a year\, catalyzed by visibility and introductions to the firm’s worldwide network. \n\n\nTIMELINE\n\nApplications Open: November 1\, 2021\nSeed to Series A women-led technology companies seeking funding apply here: ChloeCapital.com/funding\nOnline Information Session: January 19\, 2022 (open invite)\nOnline Information Session: February 8\, 2022 (open invite)\nApplications Close: February 11\, 2022\nOnline & In-person Information Session: March\, 2022 (invitation only)\nIn-person Fundraising Experience: April\, 2022 (invitation only)\nFounder Showcase: April\, 2022 (open invite; space is limited)
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/love-your-application-startup-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Funding,Workshop
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SUMMARY:How to throw a Business Shower
DESCRIPTION:What early-stage startups are asking for and receiving with new traditions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nJoin us on February 1st to learn more about business showers Shine Registry users have thrown and how startups are leveraging the platform to get the resources they need! \nThis hour will include three case studies on how Shine Registry users have raised as much as $12K at business showers\, received critical support\, and how YOU can be involved in creating new traditions. \nShine Registry is reimagining gift-giving traditions to close resource gaps for entrepreneurs. You can ask for a gravy boat when you’re getting married – with Shine Registry you can ask for office supplies and network connections when you’re starting a business. There are nearly 500 founders and small business owners already using the site and dozens of partnerships with entrepreneur support organizations underway. \n✨✨✨ \nShine Registry is raising community capital via Wefunder and the campaign is officially open to the public. You do NOT need to be an accredited investor to participate and can join with as little as $100. Learn more here: https://wefunder.com/shine.registry2022/ \n✨✨✨ \nThis event is made possible with support from: \nAscender PGH: Ascender is a vibrant community of innovators that helps entrepreneurs start and build their companies by offering free educational programming\, mentorship\, expert coaching\, incubation\, and a collaborative coworking space. \nLynsie Campbell and Hooman: Lynsie Campbell is a 2x tech founder\, General Partner at The Fund Midwest\, and Founder of Hooman\, a Pittsburgh-based venture studio building people-first\, positive-impact consumer startups (coming soon!)
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/how-to-throw-a-business-shower/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Funding,Workshop
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SUMMARY:NIA and NHLBI Entrepreneur Workshop Series: Investment Funding I: Finding the Right Investor
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Institute on Aging (NIA) and National Heart\, Lung\, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) Small Business Programs on Tuesday\, January 25\, 2022\, at 3 p.m. ET for Investment Funding I: Finding the Right Investor\, part of the Entrepreneur Workshop Series. \nIn part one of this two-part workshop\, the NIA and NHLBI Small Business Programs will cover a variety of topics related to seeking and obtaining an investment. \nTopics include: \n\nDilutive versus non-dilutive funding\nTypes of investors and investment capital\nCap tables and term sheets\n\n\nTime: 3:00PM EST – 4:00PM EST
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/nia-and-nhlbi-entrepreneur-workshop-series-investment-funding-i-finding-the-right-investor/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Funding,Webinar,Workshop
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SUMMARY:NIH - Phase IIB SBIR Award Program Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Phase IIB SBIR Award Program Informational Webinar\nThe NHLBI Phase IIB Bridge Award (RFA-HL-23-009) and the NHLBI Phase IIB Small Market Award (RFA-HL-23-008) Programs can provide up to $3 Million over 3 years to continue the commercialization of novel products in the NHLBI mission space\, specifically towards the completion of milestones necessary to achieve regulatory approval. \nNext receipt date: Monday\, Jan. 28 \nTune in on Wednesday\, Jan. 19 at 3:30pm ET
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/nih-phase-iib-sbir-award-program-informational-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Funding,Webinar
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SUMMARY:AlphaLab & AlphaLabGear Accelerators Accepting Applications
DESCRIPTION:Now Accepting Applications. Apply by Oct 31\, 2021 for next cohort! \nAlphaLab is a nationally ranked startup accelerator founded in 2008 and based in Pittsburgh\, PA. As a charter member of the Global Accelerator Network (GAN) and one of the first ten accelerator programs worldwide\, AlphaLab has invested in and worked with 120 companies – including 12 companies that have been acquired. \nThe AlphaLab network consists of the top entrepreneurs\, investors and mentors in the Pittsburgh region and beyond. Our proven track record in helping to launch high-growth startup companies includes NoWait (acquired by Yelp)\, Jazz\, Black Locus (acquired by Home Depot)\, Shoefitr (acquired by Amazon)\, The Zebra\, and IKOS. \nAlphaLab is also part of Innovation Works\, an early-stage seed fund that has invested over $80M in over 250 companies that have collectively raised over $2B. These include ModCloth\, 4Moms\, Civic Science\, Mobile Technologies (acquired by Facebook)\, Wombat Security and ShowClix.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/alphalab-alphalabgear-accelerators-accepting-applications/
LOCATION:AlphaLab
CATEGORIES:Accelerator,Funding
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SUMMARY:AlphaLabHealth Accelerator is Accepting Applications
DESCRIPTION:AlphaLabHealth is accelerating scientific\, clinical\, and market validation for early-stage healthcare and life science technology companies. \nApplications for AlphaLab Health’s second cohort are open. \nAlphaLab Health is a healthcare and life sciences accelerator\, which supports early-stage tech startups in their efforts to bring innovations to market\, navigating key risk points of scientific\, clinical\, and commercial development. AlphaLab Health is a program of Innovation Works in collaboration with Allegheny Health Network. \nAPPLY TODAY – Are you ready to take your life science startup to the next stage? Our accelerator is accepting applications for priority consideration through July 16th! Applications accepted through August 11.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/alphalabhealth-accelerator-is-accepting-applications/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Accelerator,Funding
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