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SCALING

The premier GTM accelerator for scale-stage startups developing game-changing technologies that bridge commercial and defense applications.

Fuel Arizona is now Fuse

Putting performance to work

We focus on U.S. and global markets where innovation, capital, and thriving ecosystems can accelerate startup growth and unlock long-term value. By building communities of entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, and operators around the world, we drive sustainable innovation and economic impact. To date, our team has facilitated:

12

Accelerator Programs

$200M+

Capital Raised by Startups

127

Startups Scaled

200+

Enterprise Contracts

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Lighting the Fuse for Dual-Use Innovation

Fuse Accelerator bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world applications, helping scale-stage startups navigate the unique challenges of dual-use markets.

No Equity | No Fee

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Ready to Transform Your Startup?

Join the select group of innovators who are shaping the future of dual-use technology.

⛉ Defense Applications

🌐 Commercial Applications

⚡ Scale-Stage Focus

Build. Connect. Scale.

At Fuse Accelerator, we partner with scale stage startups building across:

  • AI / ML 🤖

  • Supply Chain & Logistics ⚙️

  • Autonomy & Robotics 🚗

  • HealthTech / BioTech 🩺

  • Energy Systems ⚡

  • Advanced Communications 📡

  • Critical Infrastructure 🏗️

We connect founders with the customers, capital, and expertise they need to scale faster—bridging commercial success with mission-driven impact.

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Why Fuse Accelerator?

Network Powered

We work hand-in-hand with government agencies, corporate partners, and the venture community.
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Expert-Led

Backed by experienced operators, investors, and national security leaders.
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Focus on Dual-Use

We specialize in helping startups navigate and win in both private and public sectors.
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Results-Driven

Helping founders move from product-market fit to market leadership. Helping founders scale faster with measurable impact.
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Testimonials

  • "Through the program, we realized how quickly we can scale. Using the network they provided, we were able to take so many more leaps forward than we anticipated. It was direct results out of the gate."

    Julie Gerber - Founder @ ShadowGen

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  • "It's hands on. In that specific way, it's very different than any other accelerator we have been a part of. It wasn't just them teaching us curriculum, but it was actually putting things into practice."

    Aashay Arora -Co-Founder @ Enkoat

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  • "What has been very impactful is it has massively expanded our network into areas our own networks don't go. I know it will continue to pay huge dividends into the future."

    Legrand Crewse - Co-Founder @ Corvus Industries

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Join Us

Founders: Ready to accelerate your growth?
Partners: Want to engage with the most innovative startups in dual-use tech?

Let’s light the Fuse.

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Disclaimer:
The figures, metrics, and statistics presented on this website are based on internal tracking and self-reported data. They have not been independently audited and represent our best efforts to provide accurate and up-to-date information. Actual results may vary.