ICAP VA

As?Virginia SBDC-ICAP??approaches its 7th anniversary,?we are incredibly proud of the program’s success:?The ICAP Mentor team has worked with almost 1600 Virginia-based entrepreneurs?who?attribute?over $210M in capital raised?and?650 jobs?created to ICAP advice and guidance.??We are particularly?proud that?success?includes a very diverse set of founders – 49% minority founders, 34% female, and 11% veterans. This work takes an ecosystem and we are fortunate to have received financial support from?George Mason University?and our partners at?VIPC | Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation, GO Virginia,?Virginia Bio,?Prince William County, CCI NOVA Node,?Fairfax County Government?DEI,?Arlington Economic Development, the?National Science Foundation (NSF),?The National Institutes of Health, and the?U.S. Small Business Administration. We also work with partners at?757 Collab,?RAMP - Regional Accelerator and Mentoring Program,?Lighthouse Labs RVA,?RIoT - Internet of Things,?Mason Enterprise?,?Startup Virginia,?The Launch Place, Trolley Ventures,?Fairfax County Economic Development Authority,?Loudoun Economic Development,?Virginia Catalyst,?Activation Capital, colleges and universities across Virginia and many more. We take pride in being a statewide resource for the Commonwealth’s innovators and technology entrepreneurs, and we're thrilled to work with our partners to support these entrepreneurs on their startup journeys! Kudos to the ICAP team who have made this success possible! Josh Green, Neil Agate, Irfan Ali, Trish Barber, Floor Blindenbach, PhD, John Casey, Rachel M. Frazier, Gary Grenter, Marty Kaszubowski, Somiah (So-May-uh) Lattimore, CSPO, John Mann, TJ Master, Ankit Mathur, William McPheat,?Dan Myers, David Perkins, David Powell, Steve Obenski, Donita Prakash, Elizabeth P. Pyle, Sharon Scannell, Bob Smith, Philippe Sommer, and Jim Sweeney.

Dominion Energy Innovation Center Accelerators: DEIC Accelerate & DEIC Hyperscaled Welcome to the Dominion Energy Innovation Center’s dual accelerator programs, DEIC Accelerate and DEIC Hyperscaled. These initiatives offer a unique platform for startups in energy and sustainability, focusing on the development and deployment of groundbreaking solutions at utility scale. Whether you are aiming to optimize data center operations or pioneer new energy technologies, our accelerators provide the resources, connections, and expertise needed to transform your innovations into commercial successes. DEIC Accelerate: Empowering Clean Energy Startups Duration: 11 weeks annually Cohorts: 5 to date Focus Areas: Power generation, energy storage, grid resilience, transmission & distribution, smart grid technologies DEIC Hyperscaled: Addressing Data Center Challenges Duration: 11 weeks annually Cohort Size: 5-8 companies Focus Areas: Energy efficiency, grid infrastructure, water usage, backup power, design optimization Key Features Common to Both Programs Eligibility: Seed-stage or later companies with solutions ready for utility-scale pilot testing. Mentorship: Each startup is paired with dedicated corporate mentors. Networking: Direct connections to potential major customers and corporate investors. Commitment: Participants should have at least one full-time employee and expect to dedicate 2 – 4 hours per week. Ownership: Startups retain full control of their IP and equity; DEIC does not take an equity position. Be part of the next wave of energy innovation. Whether your focus is on reshaping the landscape of data centers or advancing clean energy technologies, DEIC’s accelerators are your gateway to significant growth and impact. Apply by May 5. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ejBE38Ss

Join VVP Host Dustin Dunbar tomorrow(3/21), from 9:00–10:30AM, for a Fireside Chat with Brian Ellenberger (Blu Ventures) and McKeever (Mac) Conwell,II (RareBreed Ventures ). Gain insights into what pre-seed investors look for in startups, the key metrics they evaluate, and the essential do’s and don’ts for founders. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts! Register here: https://bit.ly/3R4LNla

Guess what, it's National SBDC Day! A shout-out to the talented team at the Virginia SBDC across the Commonwealth who deliver a 5X ROI to Virginia taxpayers by advising and training small businesses. It's YOUR day SBDC team, congratulations and thank you!

Join VVP Host Dustin Dunbar this Friday (3/21) from 9:00–10:30AM for a Fireside Chat with Brian Ellenberger (Blu Ventures) and McKeever (Mac) Conwell,II (RareBreed Ventures ). Gain insights into what pre-seed investors look for in startups, the key metrics they evaluate, and the essential do’s and don’ts for founders. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts! Register here: https://bit.ly/3R4LNla

??Join us for the Greater Richmond Biohub Biotech & Beer! ?? ?? Date: March 27, 2025 ? Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM ?? Location: 4200 Innslake Drive, Suite 100, Glen Allen, VA 23060 ?? Register here: https://bit.ly/4bCqkd8 A huge thank you to our event hosts: Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA) and VCCRN | Virginia Coordinated Clinical Research Network, as well as our co-sponsors: Activation Capital and VCU TechTransfer and Ventures Let’s turn conversations into collaborations! ??

Fairfax Founders Fund News - Grant application?for the third cohort now OPEN through April 21st, 2025. The details: We are seeking early-stage Fairfax County based companies with an innovative technology, a path to commercialization, a clear market opportunity, and development milestones. Funds can be used prototype or product development, customer acquisition, technology validation, and other approved areas. Importantly, Fairfax County will not take any equity in the companies supported through the fund. Applicants must provide a 50% match, which can be in capital or “sweat equity” and provide progress reports over a 5-year timeframe. https://lnkd.in/eJqCN3vV TJ Master Lisa Shapiro, M.Ed. Josh Green Paula Sorrell Gisele Stolz Sameera Qazi Bazaz Aurelia Flores Jennifer O'Daniel Omi Bell Jennifer (Lee) Krusius Anne Rosenblum Conor Sibley Maurice Boissiere Melanie Akwule, MBA Kim Nguyen Himalaya Rao-Potlapally Randall Reade Kristina F. Kathryn Falk William Drohan Taylor Chess Nikki Rogers John Hoeveler John Gustavo Blair #fairfaxcounty #innovation #fairfaxfoundersfund #entrepreneurship

Proud moment! ?? Victory Administration has successfully completed the SBDC ICAP VA program, marking a major milestone for our new tech venture. This incubator challenged us to refine our vision, validate our idea, and push the boundaries of innovation. Grateful for the insights, mentorship, and community that made this journey possible. Onward and upward! ?? #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #ICAP #VictoryAdmin

Virginia Business is excited to bring back The Elevator Pitch, a unique opportunity for 12 startups to be featured in the StartVirginia 2025 special issue this June. Is your Virginia startup ready for the spotlight? Apply now for a chance to showcase your business with a full-page feature and gain visibility in the state's thriving startup ecosystem. Don't miss this opportunity to share your vision with industry leaders and investors! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4bCWBk4

???? Virginia Catalyst is giving Life Sciences in Virginia another big boost! Up to $800,000 per project in non-dilutive hashtag #funding is available! ?? If you have a collaborative project that addresses unmet needs in improving human health and has the potential to create high-paying jobs in Virginia, now is your chance. ?? Submit your Letter of Intent by March 14, 2025! ?? For detailed criteria and instructions: https://bit.ly/3svC2Ux #grant #applynow #virginiacatalyst #researchrhombus