You’ve identified a market and validated a need for your science or engineering. You know you’re ‘onto something’ but how do you progress your innovation towards commercialisation?
Innovation Victoria ‘IV’ Assemble supports emerging Victorian founders in digital technologies and advanced manufacturing who have moved beyond early ideation, validated the opportunity, and are ready to build the venture.
Over 16 weeks, Victorian founders developing digital technologies and advanced manufacturing innovations will gain access to Cicada’s business know-how, industry connections and ecosystem contacts required to move from invention to traction.
You don’t need a company, ABN, or finished product, just a compelling deep tech idea and the drive to take it further.
I had an incredible journey at Cicada Innovations, where I immersed myself in deep tech and learned valuable marketing language and long-game strategies as a startup. The online course provided a solid foundation, covering market analysis and effective communication. The two-day workshop was immersive, with amazing founders sharing practical insights on crafting narratives and marketing campaigns. The networking opportunities connected me with like-minded individuals and potential investors. Cicada Innovations has transformed my entrepreneurial journey, equipping me for success in the deep tech space.
- Maedeh Mousavi
IV Assemble Graduates leave the course with these benefits. (Course graduates also receive 12 months of follow-on support with regular check-ins, and a program showcase to maintain momentum.)
Problem–solution fit stress-tested by experts, with defined MVP scope, technical roadmap, and manufacturing requirements.
Go-to-market strategy with partner mapping, venture roadmap spanning technology to traction, and coordinated funding approach.
Compelling narrative and pitch deck, plus understanding of IP, regulatory, supply chain and compliance across deep tech.
Build right. Right from the start
Over 16 weeks, Victorian founders developing digital technologies and advanced manufacturing innovations will gain access to Cicada’s business know-how, industry connections and ecosystem contacts required to move from invention to traction.
