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Pilotathon 2026

Registra= tion and applications for our Pilotathon 2026 event, pitch competition, and= showcase are now open!

Register at https://luma.com/pilotathon2026=

TL;DR

- Last week, we hosted another insightful Determined to Lead (DT= L) session with Iwona Wilson, exploring how strong project governance and d= ecision-quality frameworks drive successful project development.=C2=A0

=F0=9F=94=AEAround the Nexus:

Gary Martin - Sc= an Ninja

In our latest conversation with Gary Martin from Scan Ninja AI, we explo= red what it takes to build a cybersecurity company in an era shaped by AI a= nd rapid technological change. Gary shared lessons on finding product-marke= t fit, selling solutions instead of features, and why startups should prior= itize security long before it becomes a business risk. The discussion offer= s practical insights for founders navigating growth, compliance, and emergi= ng technologies.

Listen here: Energy Tech Startups-Scan Ninja

=F0=9F=97=93=EF=B8=8F Events this week:

=F0=9F=91=A5=C2=A0Tuesday - Wednesday (6/16 - 6/17) | Confer= ence | Energy Project Conference=C2=A0and Expo

The EPC Show brings together more than 10,000 professionals across engin= eering,=C2=A0procurement, construction, and operations to highlight the lat= est developments in major energy=C2=A0projects. With over 250 speakers and = 400 exhibitors, the event showcases new technologies,industry insights, and= best practices across LNG, petrochemicals, power, and midstream. It=C2=A0r= emains a key platform for networking and knowledge-sharing across the full = project-delivery=C2=A0ecosystem.=C2=A0Read more

=F0=9F=A4=9D=C2=A0Wednesday (6/17) | Networking | MassChallenge = in Austin! Security &=C2=A0Resiliency Happy Hour on 6/17=C2=A0= =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Join innovators, founders, investors and industry leaders in Austin for = a networking happy hourahead of MassChallenge's Security & Resiliency A= ccelerator. Connect with the community=C2=A0driving advancements in trusted= AI, cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, energy resilience=C2=A0and more= =2E A great opportunity to build relati= onships and explore what's next in sec= urity and=C2=A0resiliency innovation.=C2=A0Register here

=E2=9A=99=C2=A0Wednesday (6/17) | Workshop | Pilot Readiness Ser= ies: Preparing Startups for=C2=A0Successful Pilots=C2=A0=E2=9A=A1= =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=C2=A0

Join mHUB's virtual Pilot Readiness Series to learn how corporations eva= luate, structure, and=C2=A0scale pilot opportunities. The next session, "Ho= w Corporations Evaluate New Technologies" ,takes place on June 17 at 11 AM = CT, featuring leaders from Nicor Gas, GTI Energy, and=C2=A0Yazaki North Ame= rica. Ideal for founders pursuing pilots, partnerships, and commercializati= on=C2=A0opportunities.=C2=A0

=F0=9F=92=A1=C2=A0Friday (6/19) | Opportunity | GCxN Call for Re= ferrals - Critical Minerals Cohort=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

The Shell GameChanger Accelerator Powered by NLR is offering critical mi= nerals startups up to=C2=A0$250K in non-dilutive technical assistance, plus= access to Shell experts, world-class research=C2=A0facilities, and investo= r connections. This is a referral-only opportunity with applications due Ju= ne=C2=A019, 2026.=C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=94=AEMember News from the Nexus:

Syzygy=C2=A0=C2=A0continues to build momentu= m in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with a new capacity reservation agreem= ent with World Fuel Services for future NovaSAF=E2=84=A2 production across = Central and South America. Following its earlier agreement with Trafigura, = this milestone reinforces the scalability of Syzygy=E2=80=99s SAF platform = and growing market demand. With projects spanning Uruguay, Brazil, Mexico, = the U.S., and Turkey, the company is advancing a pipeline targeting over 1 = million tons of SAF production annually by 2035.=C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=97=93=EF=B8=8F Looking Ahead:

=F0=9F=91=A5=C2=A0(6/23 - 6/25) | Trellis Impact 26=

At Trellis Impact 26, meaningful conversations turn into real-world part= nerships. On Startup Day, EnergyTech Cypher will host an AI-powered matchma= king session connecting climate tech startups, investors and corporate part= ners through curated 10-minute meetings tailored by sector focus, technolog= y and stage. Our founders Nada Ahmed and Jason Ethier will also be speaking= at the conference, sharing insights on the evolving energy and climate lan= dscape. Startups interested in attending can access a limited discount oppo= rtunity by reaching out to=C2=A0Nada Ahmed.=C2=A0= Register now

=F0=9F=91=A5 (9/10 - 9/11) | Digitalization in Oil & Gas Con= ference

Unlock the potential of digital transformation at the Digitalization in = Oil & Gas Conference, where energy leaders explore how automation, data= analytics, AI, and digital tools are reshaping upstream, midstream, and do= wnstream operations. The event equips decision makers with practical insigh= ts to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance across the value cha= in. Learn how proven digital strategies are being applied to optimize opera= tions, reduce costs, and drive competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving = energy sector.=C2=A0RSVP here

=F0=9F=92=A1=C2=A0(9/11) |=C2=A0Twilio AI Startup Searchlight 20= 26 - Applications Open

Twilio=E2=80=99s AI Startup Searchlight 2026 is now accepting applicatio= ns from startups building the future of communications, customer engagement= , and AI-powered experiences. The program recognizes innovative companies l= everaging technologies like generative AI, conversational AI, voice, identi= ty, and LLM-powered agents built on or integrated with the Twilio platform.= Selected honorees receive global visibility, Twilio and OpenAI credits, co= -marketing opportunities, and access to Twilio=E2=80=99s startup ecosystem.= =C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=91=A5 (9/15) | Pilotathon 2026 =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A= =A1=E2=9A=A1

Cypher Pilotathon 2026 returns with a bold vision for the New Energy= Industrial Revolution.=C2=A0Hosted in Houston, the event will convene= top founders, investors, and operators drivinginnovation across power, hyd= rogen, and industrial systems. With live pitches and immersive=C2=A0showcas= es, it=E2=80=99s a key platform for scaling transformative solutions. Appli= cations are now open=C2=A0for both Pitch and Showcase tracks.=C2=A0Register now

=F0=9F=9A=80 (9/30) | Halcyon Accelerator =E2=9A=A1=E2= =9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Halcyon supports impact-driven founders building scalable ventures that = address global=C2=A0challenges across climate, health, and equity. Selected= startups join a hybrid fellowship=C2=A0program, receive an equity-free sti= pend, expert mentorship, investor connections, and access to=C2=A0Halcyon= =E2=80=99s global founder network. Cohorts are intentionally small, with up= to 10 ventures=C2=A0selected per program**,** allowing for highly personal= ized support.=C2=A0Learn m= ore

=E2=9A=99 (9/30) | All Raise-Founder Masterclasses & Growth = Programs =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

All Raise is offering free fundraising and growth masterclasses for wome= n and nonbinary=C2=A0founders, designed to help early and growth-stage star= tups improve pitching, refine business=C2=A0models, and prepare for fundrai= sing across seed to Series A. The sessions are led by=C2=A0experienced foun= ders and venture capitalists, providing practical, real-world guidance alon= gside=C2=A0a strong peer community.=C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=A4=9D (9/30) | Female Founder Collective =E2=9A= =A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

The Female Founder Collective is part of the growing ecosystem supportin= g women-led=C2=A0businesses that are shaping more inclusive and resilient m= arkets. Through initiatives like=C2=A0Female Founders Day and year-round co= mmunity events, it helps founders gain visibility,=C2=A0connect with peers,= and amplify their brands in spaces where access and representation matter.= =C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=91=A5 (10/1) |=C2=A0Onward FX VC Summit=C2=A0

The Onward FX VC Summit is bringing together leading voices across deep = tech, energy and industrial innovation this October. Hosted by the Northwes= t Arkansas Council, the summit will feature corporate venture arms and indu= stry leaders from companies including Chevron, Halliburton, Shell, Exxon an= d Standard Lithium creating opportunities for collaboration across the deep= tech ecosystem.=C2=A0Lea= rn more.

=F0=9F=91=A5 (10/21 - 10/23) | SPE Annual Technical Conference a= nd Exhibition (ATCE)

The SPE Annual Technical Conference & Exhibition (ATCE) brings toget= her global upstream professionals to share technical insights and showcase = the latest advancements in oil and gas. The event features cutting-edge res= earch, technology demonstrations, and expert-led sessions across key indust= ry themes. It also offers strong networking opportunities for companies, in= novators, and emerging talent. ATCE remains a leading platform for shaping = the future of exploration and production.=C2=A0Learn more

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