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Understanding DOD’s SBIR/STTR Program

Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center 2213 Cherry Street, Toledo, OH

CLICK TO REGISTER About this Event Through the federal SBIR/STTR program, the Department of Defense (DoD) provides over $1 billion annually in non-dilutive grant and contract funding to qualified small businesses to advance and commercialize game-changing technologies. This training event will cover the basics of DoD’s SBIR/STTR program. Attendees will learn the differences between DoD components, tips on identifying a topic, the importance of talking to Technical Points of Contact (TPOC’s), how to approach proposal sections, and writing to meet reviewer expectations. Training is in Conference Room 2, Main Lobby. About the Trainer: Jerry Hollister, Principal Consultant - BBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting (BBCetc)  Jerry Hollister is a BBCetc Principal Consultant, joining the company in 2017 with 30 years of leadership experience in government, higher education, non-profit and for-profit enterprises. After earning an engineering degree from the University of Michigan, he served as commissioned Naval Officer in the Civil Engineer Corps and a warranted Contracting Officer for the Dept. of Defense. Prior to joining BBCetc, Jerry was Chief Operating Officer for Michigan-based Niowave, a developer of superconducting electron accelerators, where he worked to build the successful start-up company from 2008-17. Jerry was instrumental in Niowave receiving over 45 SBIR awards. […]

How to Search for Topics at DOD

FREE Live Workshop

The DOD Topics are out Aug. 25, but how do you find a Topic to fit for your technology? Don’t miss this 1-hour webinar, our expert will provide a live demo with the 21.3/21.C DOD topic, provide guidance on how to identify the TPOC of your technology Topic, how to speak TPOC language and how to use the Topic to drive your proposal. FREE REGISTER NOW About BBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting 2020 Tibbetts award-winner BBCetc is nationally recognized for its success in helping emerging companies win SBIR/STTR funding and use it strategically to propel growth. BBCetc’s Michigan clients have been awarded over $330 million in funding since 2002. About the Presenters: BBCetc Principal Consultant, Monique Branham Monique Branham is a BBCetc Principal Consultant, she joined the company in July of 2021. She has 22 years of experience in the DOD. She joined the United States Air Force in 1999 and has an M.B.A in Aviation from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. While in the Air Force she served as a Quality Assurance personnel of government contracts and a Resource Management Officer. Monique moved to the Air Force Space and Missile System Center (SMC) and became the SBIR/STTR commercialization expert. Monique’s […]

“From the Sources’ Mouth” with Air Force

FREE Live Workshop

Don’t miss your chance to hear directly from Learn directly from James A. Sweeney, Department of the Air Force SBIR/STTR, Division Engagement Lead on the mission and nuances of the Air Force SBIR/STTR program. Learn what technology Air Force is looking for and what it takes to submit a competitive proposal. Join this workshop and learn, from the source, what is needed for a successful proposal to Air Force. The session is ideal for technology-based entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses familiar with the SBIR/STTR programs who want to learn more. New to SBIR/STTR? Please view our on-demand webinars before joining our “From the Sources’ Mouth” training sessions. FREE REGISTER NOW Do you know about Michigan’s SBIR/STTR Assistance Program?  The Michigan SBIR/STTR Assistance Program provides SBIR/STTR training and proposal development services to technology companies with most costs covered by a state grant. The program is managed by BBCetc. Funds for this initiative were provided by the 21st Century Jobs Fund, a MSF program designed to accelerate the growth and diversification of Michigan’s economy.

How to Prepare for the BAA’s

Live Virtual Workshop

The DOD Topics are out April 20th, but how do you find a Topic to fit your technology? Don’t miss this 1-hour webinar, our expert will provide a live demo with the 22.2/B DOD topic, provide guidance on how to identify the TPOC of your technology Topic, how to speak TPOC language and how to use the Topic to drive your proposal. This session is ideal for anyone new to the DOD SBIR/STTR programs or looking to find the right topic to fit your technology. You’ll learn: How to search for past topics How to navigate the DSIP website What to include in your QuadChart How to sign up for solicitation notifications Fee: $25 $15 Michigan-based companies SHARPhub companies should register at sharpideahub.com REGISTER NOW   About the Presenter: Monique Branham Monique Branham joined the company in July of 2021 with 22 years of experience in the DOD.  She joined the United States Air Force in 1999 and has an M.B.A in Aviation from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.  While in the Air Force she served as a Quality Assurance personnel of government contracts and a Resource Management Officer.  Monique moved to the Air Force Space and Missile System Center (SMC) and […]

DOD SBIR: Special Programs

Live Virtual Workshop

Join this virtual training and learn the goals and initiatives of DOD’s rebranded components. Our DOD expert will review DOD’s mission and provide an overview of all DOD components. AFWERX, SPARTN, SOFWERX, xTechsearch, etc… all have different focus, eligibility requirements and solicitation deadlines. You’ll Learn: Which components participate in the SBIR/STTR programs How the components differ How to find open BAA’s and deadlines Tips to be competitive and more! If you want to learn about the newer SBIR Topic opportunities from the Department of Defense SBIR program, this workshop is for you. Includes experienced DOD SBIR/STTR veterans as well as those new to DOD or considering DOD SBIR/STTR as a funding source.   Fee: $25 $15 Michigan-based companies   REGISTER NOW   About the Presenter: Monique Branham Monique Branham is a BBCetc Principal Consultant, she joined the company in July of 2021.  She has 22 years of experience in the DOD.  She joined the United States Air Force in 1999 and has an M.B.A in Aviation from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.  While in the Air Force she served as a Quality Assurance personnel of government contracts and a Resource Management Officer.  Monique moved to the Air Force Space and Missile System […]

DOD SBIR: Proposal Preparation Workshop

Live Virtual Workshop

Targeting Department of Defense SBIR 23.2 or STTR 23.B solicitations? This Department of Defense-focused workshop provides detailed instruction on preparing a proposal to meet the requirements of the DOD, including both technical and commercialization plans, and navigating the submission process. Presented by DOD SBIR/STTR expert, Monique Branham, the program will also cover:   SBIR/STTR program basics and up-to-date information on the DOD program An understanding of the differences between DOD components Tips on how to identify a topic The importance of talking to Technical Points of Contact during the pre-release period How to register and utilize the DOD SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal Writing to meet the reviewers’ expectations Common pitfalls and how to avoid them, and more!   Fee: $150 $75 Michigan-based companies   REGISTER NOW   Brought to you in part by: Flint and Genesee Economic Alliance, Northwest Michigan, Northeast Michigan, and Saginaw Future APEX Accelerators  (formerly known as PTACs).      The Michigan SBIR/STTR Assistance Program provides SBIR/STTR training and proposal development services to technology companies with most costs covered by a state grant. The program is managed by BBCetc. Funds for this initiative were provided by the 21st Century Jobs Fund, a MSF program designed to accelerate the growth and diversification of Michigan’s […]

“From the Sources’ Mouth” with NAVY

FREE Live Workshop

Don’t miss your chance to hear directly from the Director of the Navy’s SBIR/STTR and Special Programs, Mr. Robert Smith. Navy funds over $300M in SBIR awards every year and accounts for over 50% of all Phase III commercialization dollars for DOD SBIR/STTR programs. The Navy usually has topics in the DOD 23.1/A, 23.2/B and 23.3 BAAs and is expecting to feature an SBIR "Open Topic" opportunity this summer.   Join this overview of the NAVY SBIR program and learn, from the source, what technologies they are looking for and what’s needed to submit a successful proposal. Following the presentation, there will be ample of Q&A time with the presenter.   The session is ideal for technology-based entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses familiar with the SBIR/STTR programs who want to learn more. New to SBIR/STTR? Please view our on-demand webinars before joining our “From the Sources’ Mouth” training sessions. FREE REGISTER NOW Do you know about Michigan’s SBIR/STTR Assistance Program?  The Michigan SBIR/STTR Assistance Program provides SBIR/STTR training and proposal development services to technology companies with most costs covered by a state grant. The program is managed by BBCetc.   Funds for this initiative were provided by the 21st Century Jobs Fund, a […]

“From the Sources’ Mouth” with DOD – Exclusive

FREE Live Workshop

Don’t miss this exclusive training! Join us for an exclusive "From the Sources’ Mouth” session with the Department of Defense, featuring the DOD SBIR/STTR Program Director, Tina Barnhill.   During this event, attendees will receive valuable tips and insights on how to submit a successful SBIR/STTR proposal to the DOD with a special focus on new requirements for foreign affiliations documents. The SBIR/STTR Extension Act of 2022, along with the Small Business Administration SBIR/STTR Policy directive, introduced significant revisions during reauthorization. Understanding these updates is crucial for a compelling and compliant proposal to the DOD.   We’ll review the latest changes for submitting a DOD proposal, with a particular focus on the essential "Disclosures of Foreign Affiliations or Relationships to Foreign Countries" document. All proposals must now include this disclosure form, and any submission lacking this document will be considered non-compliant and will not be reviewed.   Join this 1-hour overview of the DOD SBIR program changes and learn, from the source, what’s needed to submit a successful proposal. Following the presentation there will be ample Q&A time with the presenter.   The session is ideal for technology-based entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses familiar with the SBIR/STTR programs who want […]

DOD SBIR: Proposal Preparation Workshop

Live Virtual Workshop

Targeting Department of Defense SBIR 23.3 or STTR 23.C solicitations? The BAA is expected to open on Aug. 23! This Department of Defense-focused workshop provides detailed instruction on preparing a proposal to meet the requirements of the DOD, including both technical and commercialization plans and navigating the submission process. Presented by DOD SBIR/STTR expert, Monique Branham, the program will also cover:   SBIR/STTR program basics and up-to-date information on the DOD program An understanding of the differences between DOD components Tips on how to identify a topic The importance of talking to Technical Points of Contact during the pre-release period How to register and utilize the DOD SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal Writing to meet the reviewers’ expectations Common pitfalls and how to avoid them, and more!     Fee: $150 $75 Michigan-based companies   REGISTER NOW   Brought to you in part by:  The Michigan SBIR/STTR Assistance Program provides SBIR/STTR training and proposal development services to technology companies with most costs covered by a state grant. The program is managed by BBCetc.   Funds for this initiative were provided by the 21st Century Jobs Fund, a MSF program designed to accelerate the growth and diversification of Michigan’s economy.