IGNITING THE FUTURE OF INNOVATION
IAI Catalyst provides emerging technology startups with funding, technical and business guidance, mentorship, and pilot opportunities with Israel’s leading aerospace company.
Submit ApplicationAPPLICATIONS FOR COHORT 2 ARE NOW OPEN.
ABOUT IAI CATALYST
IAI expands its renowned Innovation Center operations to the U.S. with the IAI CATALYST accelerator program, powered by Starburst Aerospace.
The goal of IAI’s U.S. Innovation Center is to provide technology startups with the necessary resources to successfully develop and scale their products by leveraging IAI’s in-house capabilities.
In order to fuel selected projects, the Innovation Center provides up to $100K cash investment over a 5-month-long accelerator program. This offers startups IAI’s business and technical mentorship, coupled with access to impactful networking opportunities around the world and positions them for success in todays growing aerospace and defense industry.
The innovation center provides a unique opportunity for participants to explore a pilot program with IAI Catalyst – enabling participants to test and refine their technologies alongside IAI’s renowned experts and opening doors to future collaborations and commercial or defense opportunities.
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$100K
Cash Investment
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$100K
In-Kind Technical Support
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100+
Dedicated Experts, Mentors & Advisors
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20 WEEKS
1:1 Strategic Dual-Use Advisory
Steered approach to explore synergies and avenues of collaboration
PROGRAM TIMELINE
COHORT 2
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Application Release
May 13, 2024
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Application Deadline
August 12, 2024
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Selected Companies Notified
September 16, 2024
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Program Kick Off
October 28, 2024
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Demo Day
February 19, 2025
APPLICATIONS FOR COHORT 2 ARE NOW OPEN.
Submit Application