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The Industry 4.0 Accelerator
133 W Michigan Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Industry 4.0 Accelerator Program Wins Global Acceleration Challenge Award with JETRO
September 3, 2024
The Industry 4.0 Accelerator, powered by Lean Rocket Lab and the Centrepolis Accelerator at Lawrence Tech University, proudly announces its receipt of the prestigious Global Acceleration Challenge Award from JETRO - Japanese External Trade Organization. This accolade highlights the program's dedication to advancing manufacturing technologies and fostering international collaboration.
"We are honored to receive this award from JETRO," said Brandon Marken, CEO of Lean Rocket Lab. "This award validates our efforts in supporting the commercialization and scaling of advanced manufacturing technology companies. We look forward to working closely with Japanese startups to facilitate their entry into the North American market."
About the Program
The Industry 4.0 Accelerator Program equips Japanese startups with essential tools and knowledge for successful entry into the North American manufacturing market. This 12-week program includes:
Orientation in Japan: A 5-day session with mentors to introduce the program and refine value propositions.
Virtual Training: Weekly seminars and one-on-one mentoring on customer discovery, go-to-market strategies, and fundraising.
US Immersion Events: In-person experiences in Chicago, Jackson, and Detroit, including demo days and networking with potential clients and investors.
Post-Immersion Support: Continued mentoring and a virtual investor demo day to solidify market entry strategies.
Program Timeline:
Team Selection: Completed July 26, 2024
Orientation in Japan: August 5-9, 2024
Virtual Training Sessions: August 12-September 2, 2024
US immersion Events: Chicago - September 9, 2024; Jackson - September 11, 2024; Detroit - September 16, 2024
Post-Immersion Support: Ongoing mentoring and virtual investor demo day
About Industry 4.0 Accelerator
The Industry 4.0 Accelerator, a collaboration between Lean Rocket Lab and the Centrepolis Accelerator, supports startups in the manufactuing and hard-tech sectors. Lean Rocket Lab specializes in sales and marketing strategy, while Centrepolis Accelerator provides engineering services and product roadmapping, creating a robust support system for startups in the global market.
About JETRO
JETRO (Japanese External Trade Organization) is a government-related organization that promotes mutual trade and investment between Japan and the rest of the world. JETRO's Global Acceleration Challenge Award recognizes outstanding programs that support the international expansion of Japanese startups.
Contact:
Zach Kraabel
Lean Rocket Lab
Email: zach@i40accelerator.com
Phone: (618) 795-3023
For more information about the Industry 4.0 Accelerator Program, visit i40accelerator.com.