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🚀 Q-Branch is excited to welcome innovators, founders, and agency leaders to Austin for the 2025 America’s Seed Fund SBIR/STTR Innovation Conference! On Tuesday, June 10 from 4:00–7:00 PM we're hosting an open house at our downtown HQ, just a few blocks from the conference. Be sure to swing by and kick up your heels to discuss dual-use technologies, deep-tech commercialization, federal funding and the future of innovation. 🔗 Learn more: Q-Branch.dev 📍 Location: Q-Branch, 200 E 6th Street, Suite 310 (Corner of 6th & Brazos) 🕓 Drop-In Hours: Tuesday, June 10 | 4:00–7:00 PM 👍 Register now: https://lu.ma/m65uc64b #DualUseTech #DefenseInnovation #TechCommercialization #FederalFunding #NonDilutiveFunding #SBIR #STTR #InnovationEcosystem #GovTech #AAL Marcos Cervantes Michael Cervantes Rachel Cervantes Jessica Steinhoff Omar MBA Samantha Brown Masey Williams Ben M. Scott Stanford Alex Hobson John O'Grady Jack Ryan Naweed Tahmas Joseph Kopser

Thank you to the PowerHouse Texas team for choosing Q-Branch to host its signature "Sine Die" event on Monday, (marking the end of the legislative session). We were proud to welcome more than 300 entrepreneurs, business leaders and legislators for an impactful evening of networking and awards. A special thanks to Nisha R., Patricia Zavala, and Anagha Uppal for leading the charge, along with the incredible volunteers, board members, and community members who brought the event to life. We look forward to continued collaboration with PowerHouse Texas. Q-Branch is honored to support events that unite changemakers. #PowerHouseTexas #QBranch #TexasLeadership #Entrepreneurs #Collaboration #PublicPolicy

Last week, we hosted a transformative discussion on AI in communications - how to use these tools effectively, and just as importantly, how not to. 🗣️ Thank you to our panelists - Dan Martin, Lisa Peterson, Monica Talan, & Tim Weinheimer - for generously sharing their expertise, and to Anne Lasseigne Tiedt, APR for seamlessly moderating the conversation! Huge shoutout Q-Branch for welcoming us into their beautiful space. We look forward to seeing you all at our June event: From Concept to Coverage - Elevating Hospitality Brands Through PR 👀

On this #MemorialDay, we honor and remember the brave individuals who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. We reflect on their courage and commitment, and we strive to embody these values in our pursuit of global technology advancements and allied partnerships. - Q-Branch 🌎

When I engage with companies, I take time to find the right fit for them. Sometimes that path is with me at Bidwell Solutions, where I offer federal contracting support at various levels. Other times it’s through select partnerships, like with Q-Branch, where I can help unlock targeted opportunities quickly. Sometimes I talk myself out of work, but I'm okay with that knowing I am recommending what is best for a company. Either way, the mission is the same: Help founders succeed in the federal space without losing their edge. If you're a dual-use founder building at the intersection of frontier tech and national security, this might be the right next move for you. Q-Branch—a company I freelance with—has opened applications for its Summer '25 Dual-Use Accelerator. It's not another startup bootcamp. It's a focused sprint to get you in front of the right federal buyers, investors, and operators...fast. What makes it different: No equity taken No fluff—just high-value sessions Rapid prototyping + deployment Fully mission-capable in 5 weeks Includes 1 week in Austin, TX (Aug 17–23) Part-time, founder-friendly format (2–4 hrs/week) Who may be interested? 🔹 TRL 5+ 🔹 Series A+ or equivalent traction 🔹 Dual-use or federal-first technology 🔹 U.S. or allied nation-based If you think this accelerator might be a good fit or want to explore how I might support your team, reach out. I'm always happy to connect with people building what matters. Seriously.

Beyond Japan Alumni Sun Metalon Inc. closes their Series A at $30 Million USD!🎉 Congratulations to Kazuhiko Nishioka and his incredible team!

🔊Calling Interested Mentors for Summer Accelerator Season🎤 This summer, Q-Branch is running three accelerator programs, including two running in parallel! We’re seeking mentors, guest speakers, and session leaders who are willing to contribute their insight; whether that’s through a one-time session or ongoing guidance. If you're interested in joining our Mentor #TaskForce or want to learn more about how you might get involved, I’d love to meet you. Please book a brief Accelerator Interview with me: https://lnkd.in/gYuHgN9g

🌏🛬🌎Japan registered or subsidized companies: The Beyond Japan 0-X program is now open for Year#3 applications!🌏🛬🌎 In partnership with JETRO - Japan External Trade Organization , this program supports Japan-based companies building their presence in the U.S. 🚫Deadline: May 20 (JST) Startups selected will spend 8+ weeks working with U.S. experts on go-to-market strategy, legal, and business development; first virtually, then on the ground in Austin, Texas and Silicon Valley/Los Angeles. Texas is now one of the fastest-growing innovation regions in the U.S., especially in areas like dual-use tech, robotics, clean energy, manufacturing, and logistics. Austin in particular has become a hub for companies working at the edge of public and private markets. The program is free, and includes coaching, events, and investor meetings tailored to each team. REQUIREMENTS: Companies must have a Japan entity. Founders and CXOs only. 🤠Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gHmzTj46

Q-Branch CEO, Marcos Cervantes, is back from SOF Week 🚁 From private briefings to floor conversations, one thing was clear: the Special Operations community isn’t waiting around for traditional timelines. They’re actively seeking dual-use technologies that are: FIELD READY⏩ OPERATIONALLY TESTED✔️ & PROBLEM-SET ALIGNED🤝 Cervantes spent the week deep in conversations with program managers, integrators, and tech leaders pushing beyond the status quo; Discussing everything from autonomy and secure comms - to weapons system development and ISR. At Q-Branch we’re building the bridge between the federal end user and the commercial founder. Marcos’s time in Tampa reinforces our position: Relevance in this space means proximity, speed, and strategic insight. If you're building something that belongs in the proximity of the warfighter, let’s talk.🫡 W/ Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) #isrealtechhub

🚀Beyond JAPAN Zero to X: Applications Now Open🚀 Beyond JAPAN Zero to X is an accelerator program for Japanese entrepreneurs and startup founders who want to develop their business in the U.S. ◆About Beyond JAPAN Zero to X   Expenses covered — Accommodation and program fees are fully funded.  Tailored support from local business professionals, with a focus on achieving concrete business outcomes.  Flexible, participant-driven schedules, designed to support independent activity and maximize local opportunities. ■ Innovation Course – Open to a wide range of industries Los Angeles / Silicon Valley -Partnering with Plug and Play Tech Center, LaunchStarz Inc. Austin, Texas - Partnering with Q-Branch ■ Deep Tech Course – Focused on specific sectors San Diego (Bio & Health Tech) - Partnering with IGE UC San Diego 📅Application period: May 7–20, 2025（JST） 🛫U.S. Local program duration: September–November 2025 (Virtual program in Japan included) Apply now below👇 https://www.b4d-jp.com/