LightSpeed Innovations is an accelerator program run by Syndicate 702, an investment syndicate that focuses on deep tech companies, with a particular focus on aerospace & defense. S702's mission is to inspire, enable and propel the next generation of entrepreneurial companies and build up the community to create a competitive and thriving start-up ecosystem.
Program Characteristics:
Individual & Cohort
Semi-Virtual
1 Venture Partner per company
Mentor Teams (2 per company)
Hands On
Foundation for Product/Market Fit
Scaling Plans
Investor Events
Customer Events
Investment Roadshow
1% equity / % revenue
Option for a syndicated investment of $150K or more
Company Criteria: formed company, a minimal viable product available, (even better, a prototype is available), initial customer traction.