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
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 local companies here).
Costs
Free of charge thanks to Start-up BW funding (value up to 10,000 €)
Start
4 batches per year
Model
Online programme with 2 attendance dates in Karlsruhe - programme in German
Dates Q1 2024
16.01. Application deadline
20.02. Assessment Day
11.03. (in Karlsruhe), 13.03., 14.03., 18.03., 19.03. Dates of the setup phase
10.04. (in Karlsruhe) Selection Day
Time investment
Setup phase approx. 6-8 h per date
Why you should choose the CyberLab
+200 mentors
We match you with mentors who immediately understand your business idea because they are in the know.
Individual programme
We give you what your start-up needs and for as long as you need it, in a targeted and needs-oriented way.
Lifelong learning
With us, you don't just go through an accelerator - you also have access to the right knowledge, the right contacts, etc. at any time and as needed.
Network for your specialisation
As part of the CyberForum, we are integrated into many networks and organisations. Whether it's the de:hub for applied artificial intelligence, the AI Alliance, the Karlsruhe IT Security Initiative (KA-IT-Si), or similar. - we can network you.
The CyberLab Programm
After you have been accepted, we will provide you with all the relevant information and tools you need for your IT startup sector during our Setup Phase.
After the Selection Day, you will receive access to further offers that fit your growth phase, such as in-depth modules, contacts to investors & mentors, networking events, CEO & CTO circles, workshops, impulse lectures and much more.
Our Accelerator continuously goes on. As a CyberLab Alumni, you will continue to benefit from our knowledge, our large startup community and our network.
Topics
Pitch training and feedback
Mentoring sessions
Business models
Finances for startups
Prototyping
Foundation and legal issues
Business Model Canvas, Value Proposition Canvas, Jobs to be done
Arranging early-stage financing
Access to funding
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):
Voices on our Accelerator Programme
"Exciting and very helpful programme, superb network and friendly people!"
"The development opportunities are endless and the team is always willing to help and support every step of the way. I highly recommend the Cyberlab accelerator programme and I am grateful to have had the chance to participate. It is an absolute must have for any startup!"
"Very professional team that provides very concrete support in various phases of your startup. Good contacts to the regional economy; but also top networked supra-regionally (especially in the IT environment)."
"Super nice and helpful team, great network and great organsation of the events. I can only recommend it!"
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