IMPEL PROGRAM TIMELINE
IMPEL PROGRAM TIMELINE
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Innovators pursue their innovation journeys through our 9-month program, featuring highly customized learning modules and powerful pitching and networking opportunities.
Innovators pursue their innovation journeys through our 9-month program, featuring highly customized learning modules and powerful pitching and networking opportunities.
The program dates below are subject to change, including the actual start date of the program cycle.
PHASE 0: APPLICATIONS AND SELECTION
PHASE 0: APPLICATIONS AND SELECTION
Cohort 7 Applications & Selection
We source a high-caliber pool of applicants, then evaluate each for technology impact, potential, and strategic alignment. From there, we select approximately 20-25 startups to join Cohort in Phase 1.
Read more about our innovator criteria on our Apply page.
PHASE 1: FOUNDATIONAL TRAINING
PHASE 1: FOUNDATIONAL TRAINING
Pitch Workshop
Berkeley, CA
With the intensive guidance of IMPEL Expert Coaches, Innovators refine and practice pitches. Activities include real-time tailored exercises, on-video training, and live one-on-one coaching with professional critique. By the end of the workshop, Innovators will have developed a well-formulated pitch with effective value propositions that are compelling to critical non-technical audiences such as funders and investors.
Technoeconomic Analysis Training
Virtual
This webinar introduces open-source tools for estimating and highlighting the energy impacts of their technologies in their pitches.
Innovators will be asked to run calculations using one of the technical tools presented and then present their findings to their peers and experts from the DOE and Berkley Lab.
Group Mentoring
Virtual
All Innovators will have a facilitated opportunity to engage with the IMPEL Executive Team and mentors from different organizations who play a critical role in the building innovation journey. Our mentors include:
Investment experts from boutique and impact funds to corporate ventures and financial giants
Policy and Demonstration experts from universities, state energy offices, and federal entities
Subject-matter experts from the National Labs
Entrepreneurs with invaluable first-hand experience
This is an opportunity to apply learnings from the workshop and receive specific, actionable feedback about their projects. Innovators are encouraged to contact IMPEL mentors after this event for further guidance, mentorship, and potential collaboration opportunities.
PHASE 2: BUSINESS TRAINING
PHASE 2: BUSINESS TRAINING
(April - through May 2027)
(April - through May 2027)
Business Seminars
Berkeley, CA
Selected Innovators will participate in three days of Business Seminars for personalized coaching to develop an initial business plan and customized strategies for their project.
This training will include strategies for partnering with industry and enhancing public sector capital stack engagement through public grants.
Office Hours
Virtual
Innovators selected to participate in IMPEL's pipelines will have a chance to meet individually with our coaches to help prepare for the pipeline events and refine their pitches to a unique audience.
PHASE 3: Opportunity Placement
PHASE 3: Opportunity Placement
(April - September 2027)
(April - September 2027)
IMPEL offers pipelines to the public and private sectors.
Networking Events
Networking Events
Quarterly Innovation Talks
Virtual
Our quarterly virtual Innovation Talks with alumni, DOE and industry leaders, and mentors explore emerging market and technical topics. These sessions offer our growing network a space to highlight innovators' achievements, exchange candid insights, and build connections.
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