Catalyst Accelerator Ogden Selects 11 Companies for Fall 2024 Cohort in Partnership with the Department of the Air Force Digital Transformation Office
09 Agosto 2024 - 3:20PM
The Catalyst Accelerator Ogden (CAO) is pleased to announce the
launch of its Fall 2024 Accelerator, in collaboration with the
Department of the Air Force (DAF) Digital Transformation Office
(DTO). This prestigious program unites eleven innovative small
businesses from across the United States to tackle a critical
challenge statement focused on the Digital Modernization of the Air
Force.
The Digital Transformation Office has identified a pressing need
for technological advancements that will modernize Air Force
operations and enhance cybersecurity. Specifically, the DTO is
seeking innovative solutions in areas such as AI/ML, Data Fusion
and Integration, Automation, and Cybersecurity. The challenge is to
develop scalable, interoperable, and secure technologies that will
optimize predictive maintenance, improve situational awareness
through data integration, streamline workflows via automation, and
fortify the cybersecurity of Air Force systems.
The Catalyst Accelerator Ogden exists to empower nontraditional
technology companies by providing them with the necessary tools,
mentorship, and connections to accelerate their integration into
the national defense ecosystem. Throughout the program, the
selected companies will work closely with subject matter experts,
collaborate with government and commercial mentors, and engage in
an intensive customer discovery process. This rigorous program will
culminate on November 14, 2024, with a Demo Day at Weber State
University, where these companies will present their cutting-edge
technologies to key Government and Industry stakeholders.
Program Details:
- Accelerator in Session: August 19 – November 15,
2024
- Demo Day: November 14, 2024, at Weber State
University
The CAO team, with technical guidance from both Government and
Industry experts, has selected the following small businesses to
participate in this distinguished cohort:
- IQumulus, LLC
- GeoCognition LLC
- Kinnami Software Corporation
- FibrX
- Villa-Tech, Inc
- GeoKnown LLC
- Acropolis Security
- 40 North Labs
- More Cowbell Unlimited, Inc
- SC Tech
- GetChkd Inc
These companies are poised to address the Air Force’s critical
challenges by developing transformative technologies that will
drive digital modernization and enhance national security.
Involvement Opportunities: The success of the CAO is
greatly supported by partnerships with Weber State University,
sponsors, and industry mentors. Organizations interested in
sponsorship or partnership opportunities are encouraged to
contact ogdenaccelerator@catalystcampus.org.
About Catalyst Accelerator Ogden: The Catalyst
Accelerator Ogden, hosted by Catalyst Campus for Technology and
Innovation (CCTI, a Colorado 501(c)3), is a defense and national
security industry accelerator headquartered in Ogden, Utah. In
partnership with the DTO, the CAO provides a robust, mentor-driven
curriculum designed to support Accelerator companies. CCTI serves
as a dynamic ecosystem where industry, small businesses,
entrepreneurs, startups, government, academia, and investors
converge within Utah’s aerospace and defense industry to foster
community, ignite innovation, and stimulate business growth.
Wenndy Garzon
Ogden Catalyst Accelerator
801-505-8988
Wenndy.Garzon@CatalystCampus.Org