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📣 There’s a new way to discover tomorrow’s startups. Introducing the VentureMatch Pitch Event series! We’re excited to host our first-ever VentureMatch Virtual Pitch Event, a dynamic showcase designed to spotlight early-stage startups tackling deeptech challenges. Join us on May 29th, 2025 at 1:00pm EST as we kick off this inaugural event, featuring a curated lineup of cutting-edge ventures ready to scale. Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q03h-ylQ0 #FedTechVentureMatch #StartupPitch #Innovation #VirtualEvent #FirstLook #PitchEvent

Congratulations to FedTech program alum Fastport, Inc. for being named a 2025 VETS Indexes Recognized Employer! 👏 This award reflects Fastport’s ongoing commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and supporting veterans and the military-connected community. It is a testament to the impact Fastport continues to make in helping service members transition into meaningful civilian careers. We're proud to support companies like Fastport as they lead the way in veteran employment and support! 🔗 Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q03hrcGT0 #Veterans #MilitaryTransition #VeteranEmployment #WorkforceDevelopment #HiringHeroes

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday at the NavalX Crucible Pitch Competition! ⚓🚀 We hope that you enjoyed seeing the best up-and-coming startups revolutionizing the next wave of dual-use defense technologies. Congratulations to the winners from both Crucible Ignitor and Crucible Accelerator programs: Crucible Ignitor: - 1st Place for $50k: SHIELD - Developing advanced detection tools for hazardous environments. - 2nd Place for $30k: Solid Hydrogen - Pioneering clean energy through advanced hydrogen storage. - 3rd Place for $20k: AmbientSense Technologies - Advancing environmental sensing for operational awareness. Crucible Accelerator: - 1st Place for $75k: Khasm Labs - Developing simulation and communication platforms for contested environments. - 2nd Place for $50k: Hybron Technologies - Producing complex, high-performance composite parts. - 3rd Place for $25k: Roboto AI - Building AI-powered data analysis platform for robotics and autonomous systems. Missed the event or want to watch it back? You can find the recording here: https://hubs.ly/Q03hRB6-0 Plus, see all the 2025 cohort pitches here: https://hubs.ly/Q03hQXzl0 Inland Empire Tech Bridge, Troy Clarke, Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), AFWERX, Congressman Ken Calvert, Representative Betty McCollum, David Hernandez, Brady Ryan, Jacob M., Joel Uzarski

Ready to take American energy innovation to the next level? 🚀 With the DOE Boost program, you’ll have the chance to work with cutting-edge U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) technologies designed to solve real-world challenges. Imagine collaborating on advancements like: - Wave Energy Converters: Harness ocean movements to generate power. - Advanced Metal Manufacturing: Use ultrasonic atomization to create precision-engineered parts. - Rare Earth Detection: Enable selective, efficient identification of critical materials for next-gen applications. These are just a glimpse of the transformative technologies explored in last year’s cohort. Boost is your opportunity to join a team, unlock DOE lab innovation, and launch a new venture. 💡 Applications are open! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this groundbreaking program. 🔗 Apply today: https://hubs.ly/Q03gLwpc0 Want to learn more? Attend an upcoming Information Session here: https://hubs.ly/Q03gLx3l0 Sandia National Laboratories #EnergyTech #StartupStudio #VentureBuilding #NewVenture #EnergyInnovation

🚀 Big news in defense tech: FedTech program alum TRX Systems has just secured its third delivery order for DAPS GEN II systems from the US Army! These next-gen dismounted assured positioning, navigation, and timing (DAPS) systems are critical for maintaining situational awareness in GPS-denied environments, enhancing safety and effectiveness for the warfighter. This continued partnership with the Army is a strong vote of confidence in TRX’s mission to deliver resilient PNT solutions that keep pace with the complex needs of modern defense operations. 🔗 Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q03hr0w70 #DefenseTech #Innovation #NationalSecurity #ArmyTech

Today is the day! 🎉 Join us at 11:00 AM PST for the 2025 NavalX Crucible Pitch Competition! You'll meet the startups and entrepreneurs from the Crucible Ignitor and Crucible Accelerator cohorts as they pitch their concepts for commercializing defense technologies or solutions to one of our seven challenge statements/technology focus areas. Don’t miss this chance to learn about these up and coming deeptech innovators! Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q03dtbsP0 Inland Empire Tech Bridge #PitchCompetition #NavalX #InlandEmpireInnovation #DeepTech #DefenseTech

🌱 The Future of American Energy Needs You! The DOE Boost program is your chance to be at the forefront of energy innovation. This program combines emerging U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) technologies, industry-leading mentorship, and tailored commercialization training to help you launch a venture. 📅 The future starts now. Apply here: https://hubs.ly/Q03gLXRw0 Want to learn more? Attend an upcoming Information Session here: https://hubs.ly/Q03gLBGH0 Sandia National Laboratories #EnergyInnovation #StartupStudio #InnovationProgramming #NewVentures

Do you own an energytech-focused small business in Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, or Colorado? You may be a good fit for the SBA Four Corners EnergyTech Accelerator! Selected businesses will be eligible to receive customized services at no cost, including: - IP Assessment - Data Management Analysis - Accounting Compliance - Market Research - Investor Pitch Deck Review Don't miss this opportunity to accelerate your business' journey! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Learn more and apply: https://hubs.ly/Q03gLJKt0 The Four Corners EnergyTech Cluster is funded in part through a Contract with the U.S. Small Business Administration. U.S. Small Business Administration #utahinnovation #arizonainnovation #newmexicoinnovation #coloradoinnovation #startups #accelerators #SBA

The cargo drone market is taking off! 🚁 According to a new report by Research and Markets, the global cargo drone market is projected to soar to $8.92 billion by 2030, with leading innovators like NATILUS, Dronamics, Sabrewing Aircraft Company, Silent Arrow, and Elroy Air (a FedTech program alum) driving the charge. What’s fueling this growth? - The urgent need for faster, more cost-effective, and lower-emission cargo solutions - Advances in autonomous systems and heavy-lift UAV technologies - Expanding use cases across defense, humanitarian aid, and last-mile logistics As the industry evolves, it’s clear that drones are no longer just about delivery; they’re reshaping the future of global supply chains. Whether you're in logistics, aerospace, or innovation strategy, now's the time to keep a close eye on this space. Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q03gMdsY0 #CargoDrones #AerospaceInnovation #SupplyChainTech #UAV #LogisticsInnovation #DroneTechnology #EmergingTech #AutonomousVehicles

Only a few days left to register for the NavalX Crucible Pitch Competition on April 16th, 2025! Discover the newest in defense technology innovation as teams from the Crucible Ignitor and Accelerator cohorts pitch their concepts for commercializing defense technologies or solutions to one of our seven challenge statements/technology focus areas. Register here to join us: https://hubs.ly/Q03dt1hC0 Inland Empire Tech Bridge #VirtualPitchCompetition #StartupPitching #IEinnovation #NavalX #Innovation