Catalyst Accelerator

The Air Force Research Laboratory and United States Space Force sponsored Catalyst Accelerator is a defense and national security industry accelerator, headquartered on the Catalyst Campus for Technology and Innovation in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Our program offers a semi-residential, 3-month program for small businesses with innovative, dual-use technology We provide office space, investment, Space and Air Force liaisons, subject matter experts, a collaborative ecosystem and resources necessary to nurture the next level of innovation

The Catalyst Accelerator’s mission is to introduce innovative, dual-use technology to the Department of Defense in support of the US Warfighter while strengthening our nation’s economy by investing in start-ups and small businesses

The Catalyst Accelerator connects participating companies with users and potential customers from the Department of Defense and commercial realms in order to significantly reduce the customer discovery process from two years to less than three months

Supporting the Catalyst Accelerator will broaden your brand awareness, create opportunities for partnerships with start-ups and small businesses, and contribute to our nation’s economy and global position