Starburst

Calling cutting-edge ventures in aerospace, defense, dual-use, and other emerging technology sectors looking for a no-equity, no-cost growth opportunity… The Starburst National Landing Launchpad (SNL Launchpad)—a new aerospace and defense accelerator located in National Landing in Arlington, Virginia, one of the most strategic tech and innovation hubs in the country—is now accepting applications! SNL Launchpad connects early-stage startups with the critical mentorship, tailored programming, industry access, and strategic resources needed to accelerate commercialization and scale breakthrough technologies. Program Focus Areas: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI/ML), Quantum Technologies, Edge & Cloud Computing, Internet of Things (IoT), Advanced Robotics, Telecoms & Next-Gen Wireless, Cybersecurity, Defense Technologies, Space Technologies, and Aviation Technologies. Learn more about the program and apply: https://bit.ly/4kZkmY2 Backed by Starburst, the Arlington Economic Development (AED) Department, the VIPC | Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation, the National Landing BID, and JBG SMITH. #SNLLaunchpad #accelerator #aerospace #defense #startup #entrepreneur #AI #quantumtechnology #IoT #robotics #spacetech #cybersecurity #aviation

Attending this year's Space Symposium? Connect with Starburst leaders onsite throughout the week... including: 🚀 François Chopard, CEO & Founder 🚀 Lukas Oberhofer, USA Managing Director 🚀 Benjamin Zeitoun, Ventures USA We are also excited to welcome Michael Langman to the Starburst team as our Head of Starburst's US East Coast presence! Langman's addition to the team further reinforces our commitment to expanding and growing our ecosystem in the D.C. Metropolitan area and beyond. If you're a prime or corporate looking for opportunities to collaborate or a startup seeking support and acceleration to scale, reach out to us here: https://bit.ly/40pW3rN We look forward to the Space Symposium Innovate Pitch Competition on Wednesday, April 9th, led by Space Foundation’s Space Commerce Institute, in partnership with Starburst. During the invite-only event, the selected startups— ANT61, Colossus, Precursor SPC, Novac, Orbital Outpost X, Starcloud (YC S24), and Little Place Labs— will have the opportunity to pitch their companies to a distinguished panel comprised of innovation leaders from the United States government, industry, and venture capital. #SpaceSymposium #accelerator #innovation #founder #startup #prime #defense #pitch #dualuse #space #technology

Starburst was at the #EDFInfoDays in Brussels! As the leader of the EUDIS BAMM consortium, we were delighted to showcase the EUDIS Business Accelerator and Matchmaking at the DG-DEFIS stand. Matthieu Chartier, Managing Director of Starburst France, gave a keynote presentation on the benefits and opportunities offered by EUDIS BAMM. Ilan Rozenkopf, Head of Strategy & New Ventures moderated the panel discussion "Investing in Defence technology: Opportunities and Challenges", with company of key stakeholders: - Ehsan Haghighi, CFA, CAIA - European Investment Fund (EIF) - Sille Pettai - SmartCap - Jannic Meyer - Project A - Clément Galic - Unseenlabs The discussion was particularly insightful, fostering engaging exchanges on the future of defence innovation. 🛡️ About EUDIS Business Accelerator: https://lnkd.in/e2hcwMZR 🤝 About EUDIS Matchmaking: https://lnkd.in/eJy5Rs2i Civitta | WSL, le support des techno-entrepreneurs en Wallonie | VTT | European Commission | EU defence fund | Benjamin Ohayon | David Pfurtscheller #Defence #EUDIS #EU #Collaboration #Innovation

SKY NETWORKING NIGHT was nothing short of spectacular!🌟 As a super connector, Starburst is proud to bring together the full spectrum of our ecosystem — from visionary entrepreneurs to forward-thinking investors, leading corporations, and top-tier academia. Tuesday night was a powerful reflection of that mission. The energy in the room, the quality of conversations, and the meaningful connections formed across the aerospace and defense landscape were truly inspiring. We're proud to be shaping the future of innovation locally — and this is just the beginning. Exciting news coming soon: registration for the next ASTRA program cohort is right around the corner, and we've got some surprises in store! A huge thank you to our amazing partners at Gornitzky GNY, and special appreciation to Shlomo Landress, Alla Markovich and Yael Heiman for your incredible support and collaboration. And to our unstoppable Israeli team — Noemie Alliel, Einav Ferrera, Tommer Stein, Avital Vilkin, Ofir Goldner — thank you for making the magic happen. Let’s keep the momentum going — the sky is not the limit⭐ #Mingling #Networking #Innovation #Ecosystem #StartupCommunity #Collaboration #Aerospace_and_defense

We’re excited to be part of #EDFInfoDays on April 2-3 in Brussels! 📍 Visit us at the DG DEFIS stand to learn more about the European Defence Innovation Scheme (EUDIS) Business Accelerator and Matchmaking, two complementary initiatives designed to strengthen Europe’s defence innovation ecosystem. Day 1 – On the Gold Hall, at 10:30AM, Nynke Tigchelaar, Head of Unit for Defence Technologies and Innovation (DEFIS A3) from the European Commission will present these ambitious initiatives: ▪️ EUDIS Business Accelerator, designed to support European Start-ups, Scale-ups, SMEs, and small mid-caps in the defence sector. ▪️ EUDIS Matchmaking, facilitating connections between defence innovators, investors, corporates, and end-users across Europe. Day 2 – If you missed the first day, join us on April 3: ▪️ In the morning, for EUDIS Matchmaking presentation, with Harri Tallinn, Partner at Civitta. ▪️ At 2:30 PM, on the Copper Hall, with Matthieu Chartier, Managing Director of Starburst France, who will highlight the benefits and opportunities of the EUDIS BAMM. Come by, ask questions, and see how you can get involved! 🛡️ About EUDIS Business Accelerator: https://lnkd.in/e2hcwMZR 🤝 About EUDIS Matchmaking: https://lnkd.in/eJy5Rs2i European Defence Fund | WSL, le support des techno-entrepreneurs en Wallonie | VTT

Starburst is an Innovation Partner for AEROSPACE TECH WEEK, taking place THIS WEEK at the MOC Event Center Messe München, Germany! Our Starburst Germany Managing Director, Bertram Gorlo, will be onsite during this two-day event. Join us to meet some of our supported startups: Dalus (a part of the IAI CATALYST Accelerator, led by IAI North America) and our portfolio companies, Odys Aviation and StatInf. If you're attending the event and would like to connect with our team or startups, please reach out to us! 🔗 Event details & registration: https://bit.ly/427H1IW IAI - Israel Aerospace Industries #aerospacetechweek #aerospace #aviation #ATWEU

Join us for the IAI CATALYST Cohort 2 Demo Day Showcase, featuring the latest round of aerospace and defense innovators from the program! 📅 / 🕓: Wednesday, April 23rd, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM EST 📍: Virtual (link to be provided in confirmation email) Register here to tune in to the online session: https://bit.ly/4l3X6bt Cohort 2—Dalus, Lola Vision Systems, and Nefeli Air—will showcase their cutting-edge solutions and technological achievements through live presentations, detailing the advancements made while working alongside IAI’s renowned technical and engineering teams over the 20-week program. We look forward to a keynote presentation focused on "Building and Scaling Dual-Use Startups in Today’s Innovation Landscape" from distinguished entrepreneur Mike Cassidy, successful 5x startup builder and investor and current CEO of D-Orbit USA and Vulcan Fusion. Sebastian Völkl, Eliot Khachi, Tayo Adesanya, Akbar Matin, Jordan P., Vasilis Skliros, Christos Skliros, Dr. Anastasios Arsenos, Orfeas Filippopoulos, Artemis Sklirou, Vasileios Karampinis, Evangelos Petrongonas, IAI North America, IAI - Israel Aerospace Industries #IAICATALYST #DemoDay #innovation #startup #founder #pitch #investment #aerospace #defense #dualuse #accelerator

There are only a few hours left to register for this must-attend event! Follow European Space Agency - ESA Future Transportation Spring Session online on 2 April 2025 at 14:15 CEST. The event will present the main developments in Europe's space transportation efforts and chart the way forward. Learn more about the latest advances, the next steps and the technologies that will revolutionize space transportation. This hybrid event will present the main developments in Europe's space transportation efforts and chart the way forward. Learn more about the latest advances, the next steps and the technologies that will revolutionize space transportation. Don't miss your chance to help shape the future of European space transportation. Register before 26 March here: https://lnkd.in/erpF5EnK ESA Commercialisation Gateway #SpaceTransportation #SpaceTech #SpaceInnovation

🚨ALERT🚨 – THIS IS A FINAL REMINDER TO REGISTER for B3K Prosperity’s Insight Series 👉 Pushing the Envelope: Accelerating Aerospace & Defense Innovation in East Kern and Beyond! Join the conversation in person TOMORROW, March 25th at California State University, Bakersfield from 5:15 pm – 7:30 pm PST. Find out other key details and secure your spot: https://bit.ly/4iLfuUf Lukas Oberhofer, Matthew A. Mroz, Anna Tombazzi, John-Paul Lake, NACD.DC, Griffiss Institute, Kern Venture Group, Cambium, Starburst Ventures #MAACC #investment #panel #mojave #startup #funding #technology #aerospace #innovation #accelerator #researcher #defense

Would a cool $100K USD, accelerator support, and a few collaborative partners help your startup increase your TRL, find customers, and get to market faster? Apply to join the Mojave Aerospace Accelerator (MAACC)! Open to researchers, startups, small businesses, and teams who are based in the U.S. and with TRLs between 2 and 6. Learn more and submit your application at: https://bit.ly/4it5X4r B3K Prosperity, Griffiss Institute #funding #innovation #mojave #accelerator #investment #startup #researcher #technology #defense #aerospace