Phase 2 Application

To complete this application, you need submit all your materials BEFORE the application deadline of August 25th to be considered for The 2025 Fall Cohort of the Walton Innovation Lab.

To get started, download the SDSI Business Plan Template deck and provide us a deck similar in structure and content covering information about your business. You are welcome to alter our template and make it your own, or use an existing document you may have for your business. What’s important is that you cover the same information that’s included in the SDSI template deck. A version of this deck is also what you’ll be ask to present should you be selected for the final stage of the application process - presenting to the SDSI mentor group. You’ll also need to submit your executive summary, application video and complete the additional questions in the application form. We recommend you complete all your materials first, as you’ll submit them with the additional questions, through the same form.

To complete your application you’ll need to submit:

• Business Plan Presentation - similar in form and content to the SDSI Business Plan Template - click the button below to download

• Executive Summary - not to exceed two pages. More information on Executive Summaries can be found here.

• Video - short (1-2 minute), informal video about you, your company, and why you’re applying.

• Application Form - with additional questions about your business. You’ll answer these when you upload your materials.

Once you have all your materials ready, use the button below to fill out the final application form and upload your, business plan, executive summary and video.

Here’s what happens next:

The application window to be considered for the 2025 Fall Cohort runs from Monday, August 4th - Monday, August 25th. Any applications received outside of the application window, will be considered for the next calendared class. You can view the currently published class schedules here.

After reviewing all applications the strongest candidates will be selected to present to our group of mentors at the Intake Panel. You’ll have an opportunity to attend WIL orientation, learn more about the program expectations and refine your business plan presentation deck before the Intake Panel. After seeing all presentations, the group will determine who is the best fit for the upcoming cohort and mentor teams will be formed.  It is at this panel that final acceptance to the program is determined.

Once you’re accepted, you’ll meet your mentor team and begin working together on a weekly basis. At your first mentor team meeting, you’ll discuss what you want to get out of the Accelerator program and devise a plan for the 20 weeks to come.

Should you have any issues with your application or uploading documents please contact dana@sdsportinnovators.com