Applications for the Creative Destruction Lab are Open

To apply to the CDL program, you will be asked to follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Express your interest – We’ll send you a confirmation email with more information about CDL.
  • Step 2: Understanding CDL – In your confirmation email, you can either start your application or watch a webinar to learn more about our program
  • Step 3: Start your application – Sign up for your CDL Application Portal account, set-up your company profile, and start your application

NOTE: IF YOU ARE APPLYING TO EITHER THE QUANTUM OR BLOCKCHAIN STREAMS,PLEASE SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE FOR THESE SEPARATE APPLICATIONS.

Prepare for your Application

  • Review CDL’s specialized stream offerings
  • Watch a 15-minute webinar for an overview of the program
  • Browse CDL mentors who help our founder set objectives
  • Consider these topics/questions before beginning you application in the CDL Application Portal:
    • An informed understanding of CDL locations and stream selection
    • An overview of your company
    • Your team’s background
    • The core technology (and its differentiation)
    • Funding and revenue information
    • Why CDL?

Applications close at 11:59PM Eastern on July 31, 2022. Interviews will be held in August 2022.

Due to COVID-19, CDL has developed the capability to deliver the program online. Each CDL location will follow the guidance of local public health officials to reevaluate opportunities to transition back to in-person sessions and activities.

Apply here