Fuse Dual-Use Supply Chain Accelerator

Accelerating the Future: Strategic Innovation with Purpose

Fuse is building a new model for supporting dual-use innovation—where commercial success and national impact go hand in hand. We partner with founders developing transformative technologies and help them scale through a powerful mix of enterprise access, investor connections, and hands-on support.

Located in Northwest Arkansas, Fuse operates at the heart of one of the country’s most dynamic innovation corridors. The region is anchored by Fortune 500 powerhouses—Walmart, Tyson Foods, J.B. Hunt, and ArcBest—and a deep bench of global suppliers and logistics partners. This unique ecosystem gives startups rare proximity to decision-makers and customers across sectors like supply chain, retail, food systems, advanced mobility, and infrastructure.

Our mission is to bridge frontier technologies with real-world market needs. By activating strategic partnerships, connecting capital with capability, and accelerating commercialization pathways, we help startups thrive—and build a future where innovation drives economic strength and global resilience.

Applications Open

March 11th, 2026

Application Deadline

April 15th, 2026

Program Kickoff

June 9th, 2026

Program Demo Day

August 13th, 2026

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