Program Growth Tools
Professional Curriculum
Led by industry professionals, learn how to build and grow your business.
Standalone 5G Network
State-of-the-art indoor and outdoor CBRS network for development and testing.
Connections & Networking
Access to a vast network of Government contacts, mentors and professionals in the industry.
Prototyping Makerspace
Lab with additive and subtractive equipment to help you further develop your tech solution.
Coworking Space
Conference rooms, event space, meeting areas, and more!
A Program Designed to Accelerate You Forward
In just two years, 19 companies have joined the Smart Futures Lab program, gaining valuable connections and support to fuel their growth. Two of past companies were awarded SBIR grants and are expanding their customer base, while another landed a $1.2 million Department of Defense contract. We're proud to see these impactful milestones and look forward to even more success.
$4.5M
Gained in investments
and sales.
9
New product
prototypes were created.
19
Companies served
in 2 years.
22
New jobs
were created.
21
Pilots were
Launched.
6
New patents
were registered.
Global Connection
Our incubator and accelerator is open to New Majority tech founders, professionals, and students ready to develop and scale smart city solutions globally. Based in Denver, Colorado—with a makerspace and office hub—we welcome participants, mentors, and partners from around the world.
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Want to be part of the program? Learn how to join a global network driving the future of smart cities.
No other program has an ecosystem so robust to support
smart city tech companies. With over 40+ government and public sector partners, our partnership with Colorado Smart City Alliance allows our program members and alumni to have full access to new connections!
Breaking Barriers & Building Spaces
Our mission is to champion diversity and equality, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to the future of technology.
Smart Futures Lab is dedicated to fostering inclusivity and equity in the tech and Smart Cities industry by providing a supportive startup program for New Majority: women, individuals with disabilities, and Black, Hispanic & Latino, Indigenous American & Pacific Islander founders.
No equity required.
Smart Futures Lab is a federally funded initiative, strategically empowering companies committed to leveraging technology to solve urban issues. SFL is dedicated to helping Smart City ventures, providing resources and the necessary guidance to create solutions across vital sectors such as infrastructure, transportation, accessibility, climate and air quality, energy, and beyond.
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