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Pilotathon 2026

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

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TL;DR

- (San Francisco) 6/24 Join EnergyTech Cypher's 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 on Startup Day at Trellis Impact.=C2=A0=C2=A0Register here: https://luma.com/8kkpfbh1

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

Gary Martin - Scan= 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=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=C2=A0now

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

=F0=9F=9A=80 (7/21 - 9/29) | Pilot Readiness Series =E2=80=94 mH= UB

mHUB is launching a virtual Pilot Readiness Series for founders and star= tups pursuing pilots, demonstrations, partnerships, and commercialization o= pportunities. The series brings together founders, corporate partners, and = ecosystem leaders to share practical lessons on how pilot opportunities are= evaluated, structured, executed, and advanced toward broader deployment.

Jul 21 =E2=80=94 Designing and Running a Pilot
Lessons= learned from defining scope, aligning stakeholders, and executing pilots i= n real-world environments.

Aug 25 =E2=80=94 Turning Pilots into Commercial Tr= action
How founders have translated pilot projects into commercial o= pportunities and broader adoption.

=F0=9F=92=A1 (7/31) | Free High School Intern Support Through St= andOut =E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

StandOut connects startups and small teams with talented high school int= erns at no cost.=C2=A0Students can assist with social media, research, data= entry, graphic design, community=C2=A0management, and coding projects whil= e gaining real-world experience.It<= /a> has been featured in=C2=A0Forbes for contributions to education, and wa= s created with the help of investment from The=C2=A0University of Chicago's= Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation.=C2=A0Learn more

=F0=9F=A4=9D (8/14) | DTL Women's Lunch Series: TBD =E2=9A=A1=E2= =9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Join DTL Women's Lunch Series for an engaging afternoon of conversation,= connection and community with women across the innovation and energy ecosy= stem. The gathering creates space for meaningful discussions, shared experi= ences and relationship-building among founders, leaders and industry profes= sionals. More details on speakers and themes will be announced soon.=C2=A0<= a target=3D"_blank" rel=3D"noopener noreferrer nofollow" class=3D"wb-text-l= ink wb-underline" style=3D"color: #0224A0; font-size: inherit; font-style: = inherit; font-weight: inherit" href=3D"https://email.email.circle.so/c/eJwc= jrtuhDAQAL_G7kD2rh-bwkWa-43TsmuEIxMi8J2Uv49INc2MNAsP2Z5159afTQuEJLB8uMln1Sl= 4dBOryCRcHXJAYlQrx76_vtv4vYtAOWO2WtAnjtHW4jOByxgp2a2Qr-gXEZCgiXLIKBniIjHS4p= 2sthVwkFwCfxPivKoQKThUVaLsTHD_e7O0U3qdr8P2so3xcxn8NPAw8OivnWc5dgOP8dW3MYLYs= 3B_83nItprgxslSr9quW7PvAn8BAAD__zzzSnQ">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) | Twilio AI Startup Searchlight 2026 - = 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.= Learn more

=F0=9F=A4=9D (9/11) | DTL Women's Lunch Series:=C2=A0The Social = License to Operate: Bringing Energy Projects into Communities=C2=A0=E2=9A= =A1=E2=9A=A1=E2=9A=A1

Join Imani Lewis for an engaging lunch session on the role of stakeholde= r engagement in advancing energy and sustainability projects. Learn why ear= ning a community=E2=80=99s trust and support can be just as important as se= curing regulatory approvals. Drawing on her experience in policy and commun= ity affairs, Imani will share practical insights on navigating public perce= ption, building strong local relationships, and creating pathways for succe= ssful project deployment. Discover how strategic engagement can turn comple= x energy initiatives into community-backed opportunities.=C2=A0Register now

=F0=9F=91=A5=C2=A0(9/15) | Pilotathon 2026=C2=A0=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=C2=A0(9/30) | Halcyon Accelerator=C2=A0=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=C2=A0(9/30) | All Raise-Founder Masterclasses & Gr= owth Programs=C2=A0=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=C2=A0(9/30) | Female Founder Collective=C2=A0=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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