KIC Accelerator
We specialize in the agro-tech, water-tech, environment, and sustainability fields, along with our goal to promote ventures and entrepreneurs in the north of Israel
Who We Are
The Acceleration programs of KIC are the leading in the agro-tech, water-tech, environment, and sustainability fields.
We have 3 types of programs designed for different target audiences, all of them provide a nurturing environment for startups who aim to transform Israel into a cutting-edge technological leader in these fields.
In addition, our programs encourage and support entrepreneurship in northern Israel.
The programs are non-profit and do not take equity.
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How do we boost your start-up?
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
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Pilot Sites & Labs
Direct connection to industry and academia for pilots and research (including laboratories, researchers, and equipment)
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
financial grants throughout the program and assistance with fundraising
Grants & Funding
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
A huge network of investors and potential customers in Israel and abroad
Investors &
Customers
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Customized guidance from the concept stage to a profitable venture
Customized tools & Guidance
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Mentors
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Brand yourself in the professional ecosystem, KIC is a leader in Israel when it comes to innovation in agro-tech, water-tech, and sustainability
Brand Yourself
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Take part in our startup community and connect to the leading entrepreneurs in the market
The Power Of Community
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Guidance from leading mentors and professional experts from High-Tech and academia
Free open space during the programs & Possibility to rent an office after the programs
Work Space
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Our Programs
EARLY-STAGE PROGRAM
Target Audience
Early-stage startups
Duration
3 Months
Max Grant
160K ILS
Schedule
Oct 2022 - Jan 2023
The program provides a nurturing environment for early-stage startups who aim to transform Israel into a cutting-edge technological leader in agro-tech, water-tech, environment, and sustainability fields.
The cycle of 2022 is particularly unique cous it will take place as part of the KKL-Kinneret program.
KKL-KINNERET PROGRAM
Target Audience
Early-stage startups of Students & graduates from all academic institutions in northern Israel
Duration
3 Months
Max Grant
160K ILS
Schedule
Oct 2022 - Jan 2023
The program design for Students & graduates entrepreneurs who are interested in leading a technological/social startup in the fields of Agro-Tech, Water-Tech, Environment, Climate, education, community and disruptive technologies (such as Big Data and Cloud).
The program is partnered with Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael and Kinneret College.
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GO GLOBAL PROGRAM
Target Audience
Mature startups
Duration
3 Months
Max Grant
100K$
Schedule
TBD
The program design for mature startups startups with proven technology who want to explore the global market in the areas of agro-tech, water-tech, food-tech, energy, sustainability, and climate.
Each cycle has an emphasis for a specific Market around the globe. In the last cycle we focused on the Brazilian market.
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Events
The winners will be automatically accepted into the KKL-Kinneret program.
THE NORTHERN STUDENT
HACKATHON!
Target Audience
Students & graduate from all academic institutions in northern Israel
Duration
3 Days
Schedule
31.05.22 - 02.06.22
3 day Hackathon for students
Registration:
Open 31/03/22
Close 07/05/22
More details at the KOL KORE Link
Location
Kinneret Innovation Center
Testimonials
Elkana Pressler
Co-Founder & CEO, Hydrofeed
"Especially in early-stage ventures, the most important thing is to find the right partners. KIC was my right partner for my emerging business Hydrofeed . With the right knowledge at the right time and always walk the extra mile next to me."