CyberLab Accelerator - more than just a Startup Accelerator
We want to prepare you in the best possible way for market entry, match you with the relevant contacts and make your startup fly.
What you need to know
ATTENTION: Please note that most of the workshops are held in German. At least one team member should be able to understand and speak German at B1 / B2 level to benefit best from the program.
Our model is an online program with 2 face-to-face sessions in Karlsruhe and one batch per quarter.
After starting in the Accelerator, we will accompany you continuously over the next few years as you build up your startup and company
Target group
Solo founders and teams with a focus on IT, AI, IT security, smart production from Baden-Württemberg (or who want to relocate their business to Baden-Württemberg or have pilot projects with companies based here).
Costs
Free of charge thanks to funding from Start-up BW
Dates Q3 2024
05.11. Assessment Day
19.11. (in presence in Karlsruhe), 21.11., 22.11., 26.11., 27.11.
Dates of the Setup phase
10.12. Selection Day for specialization (in presence in Karlsruhe)
followed by further dates in the specialization phase
(the central phase of the specialization starts from 13.01.2025, followed by further exciting offers in the CyberForum and CyberLab)
Duration
4 batches start per year
Next Start
Application deadline: 16.10.2024
Time investment
Setup phase approx. 6-8h per appointment for a good start into our program, followed by further individual appointments in the specialization distributed on individual days in the coming weeks
Why you should choose the CyberLab
+240 Mentors
We match you with mentors who immediately understand your business idea because they are familiar with the topic.
Lifelong learning
With us, you don't just go through an accelerator - you also have access to the right knowledge, the right contacts and much more at any time afterwards, depending on your needs.
Individual program
We give you what your startup needs right now and for as long as you need it.
Network for your specialization
As part of the CyberForum, we are integrated into many networks and organizations. Whether it's the de:hub for applied artificial intelligence, the AI Alliance, the Karlsruhe IT Security Initiative (KA-IT-Si), etc. - we can connect you.
The CyberLab Programm
After you have been accepted, we will provide you with all the relevant information and tools you need for your start-up in the IT sector during the Setup Phase.
Following the Selection Day for specialization, you will receive access to further offers that match your growth phase, such as in-depth modules, contacts with investors and mentors, networking events, CEO & CTO circles, workshops, keynote speeches and much more.
Our Accelerator has an ongoing character. As a CyberLab alumni, you will continue to benefit from our knowledge, our large startup community and our network.
Benefit from our partners
With the CyberForum membership you benefit from exclusive in-depth modules, the opportunity for Startup BW Pre-Seed investment, discounted workspaces and regular mentoring after the accelerator. You will find out all the details about membership during the assessment before the start of the programme.
You also benefit from exclusive discounts within our partner programmes (e.g. AWS, Google, Hubspot and Sparkasse):
Benefit from our partners
With the CyberForum membership you benefit from exclusive in-depth modules, the opportunity for Startup BW Pre-Seed investment, discounted workspaces and regular mentoring after the accelerator. You will find out all the details about membership during the assessment before the start of the programme.
You also benefit from exclusive discounts within our partner programmes (e.g. AWS, Google, Hubspot and Sparkasse)