About
We at i4Valley and our partners are on a mission to foster the development of environmentally responsible technology companies, which is crucial for a better and greener world. To achieve this mission, we've pioneered a dynamic process known as "VentureHack'' - a journey aimed at identifying cutting-edge investment opportunities at the intersection of AI for sustainable manufacturing and advanced materials.
ֿThe winning teams will have access to funding and support options to establish their ventures in the north.
The process involves:
Registration phase
Venture Launchpad
(preparation phase)
HackDay
(final pitch event)
The Challenge
We are on the hunt for startups that are innovating in the fields of climate tech, sustainability and sustainable manufacturing, with a particular focus on sustainability, advanced materials, and AI. We're searching for groundbreaking ideas that utilize these technologies to make an impact.
Fields
Climate Tech
Sustainability
Sustainable Manufacturing
Focus On
Green Manufacturing
Advanced Materials
AI
Apply
Who
Can Apply?
Applicants may include individual entrepreneurs with ideas or ventures with up to 4 co-founders in the early stages, prior to receiving a substantial investment.
How
to Apply?
The registration process is taking place on the HackOS platform.
What
to Submit?
The finalists will be asked to submit a value proposition of their idea. A template will be provided while areas that must be addressed are: Problem Statement, Solution, Target Market, Market Opportunity, Competitive Analysis and Business Model.
Timeline
March 7
Deadline to Apply
March 11
Notification of acceptance into Venture Launchpad
March 14 - April 4
Venture Launchpad
April 7
Announcements of HackDay finalists
April 11
HackDay!
Venture Launchpad
Elevate your entrepreneurial journey with our Venture Launchpad - an immersive program that combines storytelling lectures, industry networking, and pitch workshops to uniquely prepare our venturists for success.
Beyond honing essential skills, the Launchpad provides tailored support for our final HackDay, ensuring you navigate the challenges with confidence and expertise gained from this experience.
Meetups during the Venture Launchpad, will be held on March 20th, 28th, & April 2nd
March 20
2024, 17:00
Evaluating and validating your market.
Dr Sharon Tal Itzkovitch
March 28
2024, 16:30
Hacking Growth through business design.
Eli Ringer
April 2
2024, 16:30
How to Pitch.
Prizes
1st place
30,000 ILS
2nd place
20,000 ILS
3nd place
10,000 ILS
For further information please go to HackOS.
FAQs
When and where is VentureHack taking place?
The VentureHack process begins with a registration period, followed by a 4-week online Venture Launchpad, allowing the selected candidates to sharpen their Value Proposition. The final phase, HackDay, takes place in person, on April 11, 2024. Venture Launchpad participants can work from anywhere, with possible meetups in Haifa.
What is the deadline to apply?
The deadline for registration is March 7, 2024.
How do I register?
Registration opens on February 4, 2024 Click here to register.
What is VentureHack?
VentureHack is a unique event designed to identify and nurture startups with ideas that revolutionize the manufacturing industry, especially those contributing to sustainability. The event introduces new ideas into i4Valley’s investment pipeline, involving a registration phase, a preparation phase (Venture Launchpad) and a final pitch event (HackDay).
Who can apply?
Applicants may include individual entrepreneurs with ideas or companies with up to 4 co-founders in the early stages, prior to receiving actual investment.
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