Training and support for every step of the journey

From benchtop to IPO, we support entrepreneurs throughout the startup lifecycle, helping them to grow their commercialisation skills and scale their ideas into deep tech ventures.

Our Programs

Foundations From idea to opportunity

Foundations is our online learning platform. It offers an accessible way for anyone to build foundational skills in commercialising technology, at your own pace, from anywhere.

Includes, video lessons, real case studies & practical tools.

Built for: early-stage innovators & future founders

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Elevate Turn your breakthrough Into a business

Elevate helps you move from concept to company. This program provides hands-on commercialisation training, mentoring, and community support as you build your deep tech startup.

Includes, workshops, mentoring & expert support. Build your roadmap and connect with investors.

Best for: early-stage teams ready to test and grow

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Stride Take the next step forward

Stride is our six-month coaching program for deep tech founders ready to grow. With tailored 1:1 support, access to mentors and investors, and a structured pathway to scale.

Build a clear plan for growth. Engage partners, mentors & investors. Strengthen your leadership and confidence.

Best for: Ventures with a prototype, early revenue, or growing team

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25 years of impact

Cicada Innovations has supported many of Australia’s most ambitious deep tech ventures.

Our programs are designed by experts, backed by industry and government, and built to meet you where you are, helping you commercialise your idea and turn breakthrough science into real-world impact.

“The Space Stride Program helped us to quickly test the market for an offering that we assumed could add value to the space industry, testing our hypothesis and ultimately leading us to pivot and pursue a more lucrative opportunity. Being colocated with the other space companies results in valuable peer mentoring, collaborative opportunities and industry information sharing.”

Dr Iwan Cornelius

MD, Amentum Scientific

NSW Health Commercialisation Training Program

For NSW researchers, scientists, clinicians, and entrepreneurs in medtech or biotech, the NSW Health Commercialisation Training Programs presented by Cicada Innovations offer a flexible, stage-specific pathway to turn health innovations into real-world impact.

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If you're not sure where to start or your venture doesn't fit neatly into one of our programs, we’re happy to help.

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