SigmaBlox
What is SigmaBlox?
We are a technology incubator on a mission to empower America’s top entrepreneurs to solve critical defense problems. By aligning groundbreaking solutions with the needs of U.S., Allied, and Partner military forces, we’re delivering results where it matters most - on the front lines.
Our network of defense and industry experts bridge the gap between military challenges and cutting-edge solutions. We create a pathway for anyone to have an immediate, meaningful impact on global security. This is your chance to join a historic effort to deliver technology to the warfighters who need it.
Are you ready to redefine what’s possible in defense technology?
Building Software for National Security is Hard
How do you know what really matters?
How do you get through the maze of red tape and bureaucracy?
How do you reach the right end-users - the ones with the expertise, authority, and drive to implement your solution effectively?
Introducing SigmaBlox
SigmaBlox is the ultimate incubator for technology companies tackling national security challenges.
We help cut through the complexity of selling to the military. Forget blindly developing features and scrambling to search for product market fit.
SigmaBlox is your superhighway, connecting private sector innovations to U.S. military and national security experts for fast, impactful adoption.
How It Works
There is no cost. Applications are free. Attendance is free. Your only requirement: commit to the program and see it through.
We identify Warfighter needs.
Partnering with top warfighters in the Indo-Pacific, we’ve identified critical problem areas and the end-users that understand them deeply.
We find impactful solutions.
We’re conducting a nationwide hunt for companies like yours. Apply for free to discover if your technology aligns.
We match and mentor.
Our team will evaluate your application to find the best matches. If selected, you’ll advance through a structured process to level-up and meet warfighters.
Bootcamp and Teaming
The top 100 companies are invited to a five-day bootcamp for hands-on coaching and collaboration with our experts.
The Mastermind in Hawaii.
The top 20 companies join us in Oahu for a three-day immersive event. You’ll demo your solution to warfighters through workshops, interviews, and direct engagement sessions - all while building invaluable connections.
The Phases Of Our Incubator
This is what a SigmaBlox entrepreneur should expect over the course of our program, starting now.
Recruiting Phase
Recruiting Phase
Recruiting Phase
We are conducting a nation-wide search for early-stage technology ventures in the defense tech space. After an entrepreneur applies they will go through a short series of information gathering steps that confirm the entrepreneur is building something relevant to our warfighters' needs. This process will be fast and streamlined.
Virtual Demo Day
Virtual Demo Day
Virtual Demo Day
Unlike a traditional accelerator, we have two places where we will be showcasing your opportunity to warfighters and buyers. One is in the mastermind (described in a later phase), but the other is almost immediately after acceptance via our "virtual demo day". We will be making you a confidential profile on our software that is shared with our warfighters. It will be searchable by the categories in which you're solving for. Your profile will showcase the problem you solve and a bit about how you solve it. From there, there will be a method for our warfighters to contact you directly. This allows us to showcase our curated entrepreneurs to warfighters with more immediate needs, regardless of where they're stationed.
Bootcamp
Bootcamp
Bootcamp
The SigmaBlox Bootcamp is the top 100 companies that we've found from our recruiting phase. They will be invited to a strategic location in Tulsa, OK where together we will go through a week-long educational bootcamp. The curriculum will be centered around best practices for working with the military. Our aim in this phase is two fold, (1) to sculpt your business into one that is ready to sell to the military in a big way, and (2) for us to determine who the most relevant technology ventures are. Yes, it will be educational. Yes, it will ingratiate you into a community of like minded people. But it's also a competition. This takes place from July 28th to August 3rd.
Mastermind
Mastermind
Mastermind
The SigmaBlox Mastermind is more like a half-week-long date between the highest performers from the Bootcamp and our warfighters. The idea is to accelerate the relationship between the highest performers and the warfighters so there is a higher likelihood that they will be able to successfully adopt your technology. Twenty teams, from the 100 at the bootcamp, will be invited to this phase. It will be an all expense paid experience that takes place in Hawaii. Technically we are doing two of them, ten of our winners will go to one, and ten will go to the other. This will give our entrepreneurs more facetime with our warfighters and provide multiple date options. This is all happening in September.
FAQs
Step 1: Initial Application
Complete a simple application on our platform to begin the process. This helps us quickly identify whether your solution aligns with the needs outlined by our warfighters. If it doesn’t, it’s not a reflection on your work—it’s about matching solutions to the right problems.
Step 2: Asynchronous Video Interview
If your application is promising, you’ll receive a request for a one-way video interview. You’ll record answers to questions posed by an AI bot, and our warfighter liaisons and technologists will review your responses. No need to provide sensitive information—this step is focused on understanding your technology and approach.
Step 3: Phone Interview
If selected, you’ll participate in a live phone interview with a member of our team. This is your opportunity to ask questions and better understand the program. It’s less about evaluation and more about ensuring alignment.
Step 4: Invitation to Bootcamp
Invitations are sent in waves within three weeks of your interview. Accepted applicants will sign a contract committing to participation, protecting intellectual property, and adhering to program guidelines.
Nothing. Participation in SigmaBlox is completely free. This includes the application, bootcamp, and mastermind. The U.S. government is sponsoring this program because the priority is finding the best technologies for national security—not making money. You are only asked to commit fully to the program.
Once accepted into SigmaBlox, you’ll receive a confidential digital dossier on our portal, accessible to warfighters. This dossier showcases your solution, allowing warfighters to filter and engage with technologies that align with their needs. They can connect with you before the in-person bootcamp or mastermind, ensuring additional opportunities for collaboration beyond the event.
Bootcamp
A five-day event with 100 selected teams, designed to prepare you for working with the military. Half the time focuses on education (military requirements, procurement processes), and the other half involves interviews and evaluations by warfighters and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
Includes daily classes, breakout sessions, pitches, and interviews.
Mastermind
A three-day immersive event in Hawaii for the top 20 teams from the bootcamp. You’ll demo your solution to warfighters in one-on-one sessions, group workshops, and interviews, with a focus on direct feedback and engagement. This is where your technology is closely matched to operational needs.
All dates subject to change.
Bootcamp (Mandatory): July 27th - August 3rd. Entrepreneurs are expected to attend for all five days.
Mastermind (If Chosen, You Must Attend One-Of-The-Two Options): If selected, you’ll attend one of two scheduled masterminds:
- Option 1: September 1st - 7th
- Option 2: September 21st - 27th
- You must block off both dates in advance to allow for immediate travel planning if chosen.