Chris Hadfield
Astronaut | First Canadian Commander of the International Space Station
CDL Space is an international program based out of four CDL locations CDL-Atlanta, CDL-Oxford, CDL-Paris and CDL-Toronto for pre-Seed to pre-Series A technology startups and designed to support both space and Earth-based technology.
The program brings together astronauts, entrepreneurs, investors, and scientists from fields related to space exploration and transportation, satellite communications, Earth observation, automation, and robotics. CDL startups work with these mentors to sharpen objectives, prioritize time and resources, raise capital, build networks and engage with experts working on the frontiers of research.
The startups attend five objective-setting sessions between October and June. CDL is a non-profit organization. There are no fees for participation and CDL does not take any equity. Learn more about the CDL program.
CDL Space is particularly suited to coachable startup companies who are applying artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies to exploit commercial opportunities related to space and space-based services. This Stream is tailored towards early-stage companies (early venture or growth) or even projects (pre-incorporation); however, startups at all levels of maturity will be considered. Companies from more than 15 countries have participated in the program.
Example Innovation Areas:
The list above is not exhaustive. Contact space@creativedestructionlab.com to discuss the program and your venture with someone from CDL Space.
CDL mentors include accomplished entrepreneurs, experienced operators, and active angel and venture investors. Mentors meet every eight weeks to help founders set objectives over the program’s nine-month duration.
For more information or to schedule an introduction meeting with the CDL team, email space@creativedestructionlab.com.