Deadline Extended! Registration ends July 20th 2020

Quantum SPARK.

Post-seed runway program towards POC

Our flagship 12-week program is an individually tailored journey for post-seed startups who wish to leap forward with their technology and product. The program is targeted towards a POC or beta-site process and builds a practical network of business ties with the help of businesses and executives of your target-markets. Participation is in exchange for a small equity stake in your company.

Industry 4.0

Industrial IoT
Cognitive Computing & AI
Cloud, Big-Data & Algorithms
Autonomous Robotics
OT Cyber Security
3D Printing
5G Control Systems
Smart Sensors
Smart Air Solutions
Factory AR & VR
Data Visualization
Smart Factory

Energy

Alternative & Renewable
Battery/Fuel Solutions
Public & Commercial EV Charging Infrastructure
Smart Materials
Micro and Smart Grids
Energy Storage
Smart Transmission
Big Data Distribution
Smart City: Energy and Safety

Logistics

Integrated Logistics
Optimized, Big-Data Logistics
Optimized Routing & Trucking
Smart Fleet Management
Driver Centric Solutions
Cargo Management
Social/Shared Shipping
Smart Supply Chain
Last-Mile Delivery

Mobility & Automotive

Routing Optimization
Point Travel Solutions
Smart Public Transportation
Intermodal Mobility
Connected Vehicles
Micro Mobility & Drones
Autonomous Vehicles
Shared Mobility
Vehicle Connections (V2X)
Human Safety
Air Purification

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Work closely with your target clients

At Quantum SPARK, you will have significant exposure and hands-on experience with your target industry. Like other programs, SPARK also includes meetups, mentorship processes and workshops. But our unique value lies in our ability to connect you with your target industry - from a designated champion who holds a senior position in one of the corporate companies, to field tours and even a unique experience of working for 2 weeks with a hosting company - this program strives towards your product’s industry-fit and success.

HAVING THE INDUSTRY’S CHAMPIONS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

Our Innovation Champions are a group of exceptional executives from various industries and companies. At the beginning of the program, you will be matched with a champion who will guide you through the introduction requirements and development of the POC process. Additional experts will join throughout the program to assist you with technology architecture, go-to-market strategy, product development, storytelling and more.

Henri Koolen

Senior Vice President, VDL group

Boaz Tzafrir

CEO, Maman Group

Doron Lior

Managing Director, UTI

Limor Or

CIO, Egged Taavura

Ofir Cohen

CEO, Shmerling / Venta

Keren Fanan

CRO, Gett

Yaron Flint

Director, Israeli Operations, Co-Pace (Continental Innovation)

Dr. Carsten Weiss

Vice President, Head of IVI Lab Hyundai Mobis Co. Ltd

Shay Guttman

Head of Innovation, UPS Israel

Gregory Baratoff

Vice President | Autonomous Vehicles System Development Center (AV), Hyundai Mobis Co. Ltd

Guustaaf Savenije

Senior Vice President, VDL group CEO, VDL ETG

Eran Levy

General Manager, Enel Innovation Hub, Enel

Dror Dotan

Head of Innovation, Taavura-Livnat Group

Aliza Tamir

CMO, OptimalPlus

Koby Simana

Venture Investment Manager, Hyundai Cradle

Menno Kleingeld

MD Digital & IT, VDL Group and MD VDL ETS

Omri Green

Partner, Grove Ventures

Lisa Cohen

Investment Director, Innogy innovation hub

Shlomit Hacohen

CMO, Arbe Robotics

David Almagor

Serial Entrepreneur

Orlie Dahan

Executive Director, Ecomotion

Alon Atsmon

Chairman, Cognata / Guardian

Dana Koren

Director of Sales & Commercial Management, Bombardier

Dr. Yael Parag

Vice Dean, School of Sustainability, IDC

Gili Lichtman

Startup Business Development Manager, AWS

Ben Shaham

Partner & CFO, Cotica

Tammy Mahn

Managing Director, Verizon Ventures

David Feldstein

Startups Solutions Architect, AWS

Lee-Bath Nelson

VP Business, LEO Lane

Han Rabinovich

Growth Strategist & Storyteller

Adi Zamir

Innovation Expert

Oded Lavie

VP Innovation & Biz Dev, Publicis

Yael Elad

Operating Partner, Aleph VC

Amir Rosentuler

Co-Chairman, Quantum Hub

Ofer Affias

CTO & Co-founder, 3d Signals

Liav Ben Rubi

VP Operations, Quantum Hub

Yael Kochman

GM Programs, Quantum Hub

Gali Bloch Liran

Startups Mentor & Entrepreneurs Performance Coach

Eitan Naor

Managing Partner, IN Venture

Itay Rand

Partner, Ofek VC

Dr. Saul Reichman

Global Director, Innovation & Corporate Venturing, Maxion Wheels

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Quantum SPARK
main benefits

Meeting Point

An innovation hub that brings together over 200 industry companies

Hosting Company

A close interaction & exploration with a company from your target industry

POC Opportunity & Budget

$50K investment. Dedicated to your POC development

Individually Tailored Program

Each startup will have a unique roadmap tailored to fit your needs and situation

Your Designated Support Squad

A designated industry champion and a personal mentor from the industry will support your progress, backed by a team of senior domain experts

Graduation Day

A mutual event of the industry and startups, showcasing needs and solutions

Program Partners

Program Timeline

September 7 - December 1

Program Running

August 1 - August 25

Screening Interviews

December 2

Graduation Day

June 16 - July 15

Accepting Applications

June

August

September

December

FAQs

Is the program for equity?

Yes. We ask for 3% equity for participation in the program.

How many startups are participating in the program?

5 startups will be chosen for the first batch of the SPARK program starting this September.

What is the difference between Champion, mentor and Expert?

Each startup will get a support squad to help them navigate the journey towards POC.
The champions are leading C level from the hosting companies that you would be the matched with, and accompany them throughout the program.
The Mentors are executives and entrepreneurs from the ecosystem that are experienced in the same industry as your startup.
The experts will assist you with hands-on workshops, technology architecture, go-to-market strategy, product development, storytelling and more.

What are the selection criterias?

We are looking for innovating and promising companies in our industries.
Early stage startups with a working product- at least in MVP or beta stage, dedicated team that is working full time in the company. Companies in different funding stages are welcome to apply, but the program aligns best with post-seed startups.

What is the commitment required from a startup?

In order to maximize the success of the program, accepted startups need to commit their best efforts to work with the program's team and partners and to participate in all relevant sessions as will be determined in the beginning of the program with each and every startup.