Dominion Energy Innovation Center (DEIC) has opened applications for its next cohort in the DEIC Accelerate 2022 program. This 18-week virtual business development accelerator is designed to support post-seed startups in deploying their innovative solutions at utility-scale. The program focuses on three key areas: fostering relationships with potential customers, connecting startups to potential funding sources such as federal grants and venture capital, and providing mentorship in areas like product development, accounting, and digital marketing, tailored to each startup’s specific needs. Applications for the DEIC Accelerate 2022 program will be accepted through March 31, 2022.
DEIC Accelerate Program
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Focus Areas
- Building relationships with potential customers, so that startups can learn in a low-pressure situation how a customer’s procurement process actually works.
- Connecting to potential funding sources, from federal grants to venture capital.
- Connecting to mentors in areas like product development, accounting, or digital marketing, depending on what each cohort company’s needs are.
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What is the DEIC Accelerate 2022 program?
The DEIC Accelerate 2022 program is an 18-week virtual business development accelerator designed to support post-seed startups in deploying their innovative solutions at utility-scale.
What are the key focus areas of the DEIC Accelerate program?
The program focuses on building relationships with potential customers, connecting startups to potential funding sources such as federal grants and venture capital, and providing tailored mentorship in areas like product development, accounting, and digital marketing.
When are applications for the DEIC Accelerate 2022 program accepted until?
Applications for the DEIC Accelerate 2022 program will be accepted through March 31, 2022.