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Program

GCCER Cluster Accelerator

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM UTC – Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM UTC

About this program

A 12-week program helping emerging industrial clusters go from an informal network to a fully governed cluster — weekly workshops, a hands-on mentor, and a showcase day in front of funders and government partners.

Schedule

Agenda

  1. Foundations & cluster mapping

    Sharpen the cluster's boundaries, membership, and shared assets before formalizing.

  2. Build shared infrastructure & pilot partnerships

    Stand up shared testing or pilot facilities with a handful of design partners.

  3. Governance & funding readiness

    Governance structure, member terms, and a fundable narrative for public and private funders.

  4. Showcase day prep & funder showcase

    Rehearse, refine, and present to a curated room of funders and agencies.

Lineup

Speakers

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Partners