FedTech 10: 4 Impact Metrics that Define a Decade in Deeptech
As part of the FedTech10 countdown, we’re highlighting key milestones that demonstrate the measurable outcomes of FedTech’s first decade of impact. Since its founding, FedTech has connected federally funded research with entrepreneurs, corporations, and government partners to accelerate technology deployment and strengthen the national innovation ecosystem. The results are clear: new companies, new jobs, and new opportunities emerging from public-sector innovation.
Here are four metrics that illustrate the scale and depth of FedTech’s national impact.
$5B+ Raised by Alumni Companies
FedTech accelerator alumni and startups launched through FedTech startup studios have collectively raised more than $5 billion through public and private funding, contracts, and grants. This capital supports critical technologies across sectors such as energy, defense, and advanced manufacturing. It demonstrates the power of connecting early-stage research with the commercial expertise needed to bring it to market.
3,000+ Researchers Trained
Through FedTech’s internal innovation programs, more than 3,000 researchers have been trained to apply entrepreneurial thinking to their R&D. Participants learn how to assess market potential, identify customer needs, and develop strategies for technology transfer. These programs accelerate the path from laboratory discovery to real-world solutions that strengthen industries and communities.
3,600+ Jobs Created
Companies that participated in FedTech programs have created over 3,600 jobs across the United States. Of these, 265 positions originated directly from startup studios, where entrepreneurs were paired with government-developed technologies to build new ventures. Each role represents a tangible contribution to the economy and the success of collaboration between public and private innovation ecosystems.
1003.3% Return on Tax Revenue
For every dollar invested in FedTech programs, $11.03 in tax revenue is generated, representing a 1003.3% return. This demonstrates how strategic investment in innovation not only advances technology but also drives measurable economic growth and long-term fiscal benefit for the nation.
Ten Years of Measurable Progress
These four metrics capture more than a decade of outcomes that extend beyond technology. They represent the collective efforts of researchers, entrepreneurs, and partners who share a mission to transform public innovation into lasting impact. Together, they illustrate how government-backed research, when paired with entrepreneurial talent, drives national competitiveness and economic resilience.
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