IGNITING THE FUTURE OF INNOVATION

IAI Catalyst program provides technology startups with funding, mentoring, and pilot opportunities with Israel’s leading aerospace company.

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Applications for Cohort 1 are closed.

ABOUT IAI CATALYST

IAI expands its renowned Innovation Center operations to the Washington DC Metro Area 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.

  • $100K

    Cash Investment

  • $100K

    In-Kind Technical Support

  • 100+

    Dedicated Experts, Mentors & Advisors

  • 20 WEEKS

    1:1 Strategic Dual-Use Advisory

Steered approach to explore synergies and avenues of collaboration

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PROGRAM TIMELINE

APPLICATION WINDOW

  • Application Release

    January 23, 2024

  • Application Deadline

    March 4, 2024

  • Selection Day

    March 18, 2024

  • Program Commencement

    April 15, 2024

  • Demo Day

    September 12, 2024

APPLICATIONS FOR COHORT 1 ARE CLOSED.

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APPLICATIONS FOR COHORT 1 ARE CLOSED.

Submit Application