Networks

The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (IEC) helps bring technology advancements to market for real impact through its unique position within the national laboratory system, connections to influential partners and motivated investors, and its expansive network.

Channel Partners

IEC relies on a nationwide network of Channel Partners to serve as a trusted pipeline into its programs. This select group of more than 60 accelerators, incubators, and university entrepreneurial programs plays a vital role in identifying and referring high-potential startups during program application windows.

Learn more about IEC's Channel Partners.

Colorado Energy Ecosystem

Colorado has emerged as one of the nation's strongest regional energy innovation ecosystems. The region combines world-class research institutions, a growing hard-tech startup base, strong technical talent, and significant federal R&D infrastructure anchored by NLR.

IEC's Colorado Energy Ecosystem boasts the technical talent, support ecosystem, and entrepreneurial base to lead innovation across all energy sectors.

Contact Shelly Curtiss to learn more.

Energy Champions Network

The Energy Champions Network brings together forward-thinking corporations and their innovation leaders shaping the future of energy. Members gain curated and supported access to NLR and join a community of peers equally committed to innovation and collaboration.

Contact Sarah Derdowski to learn more.

Investors and Investor Advisory Board

More than 500 investment firms and investors participate in IEC programs and events. Among them is NLR's Investor Advisory Board, a group of more than 40 leading investment firms that collaborate with NLR and each other to support technology solutions with real-world impact.

Contact Cat Dolezal to learn more about NLR's investor network and activities.

Technology Transfer Partners

IEC partners with a network of more than 50 university and national laboratory technology transfer offices, providing access to a broad portfolio of intellectual property and emerging technologies spanning energy and adjacent sectors.

This network offers a robust portfolio of licensable innovations seeking entrepreneurial champions to accelerate commercialization while serving as a valuable source of high-potential university spinouts for participation in NLR and national innovation programs.

Contact Cat Dolezal to learn more.

Worldwide Innovation Network

IEC's Worldwide Innovation Network (WIN) convenes global organizations that assist entrepreneurs and startups to build a broader, more robust, and interconnected network. Through WIN, organizations gain access to shared knowledge, resources, and promising technology startups to help accelerate the development of technologies that enhance industries, jobs, and lives.

Email the WIN team to learn more.