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SBIR 101 Intro and Overview

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The Federal SBIR/STTR programs award over $2.7 billion in R&D funding annually to qualified small businesses developing game-changing technologies.Attend this session and find out more about the two programs and how they can provide a source of R&D funding between the initial stage of product development and proof of market potential. You will learn: SBIR/STTR eligibility and ownership requirements How to select the appropriate agency for your tech Differences between SBIR and STTR What the money can be used for……and more! Register Now: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3296983878416747021   Presented By: Andrea Johanson, Ph.D., Senior Principal Consultant Andrea is a BBCetc Sr. Principal Consultant with over 25 years of experience in leading international collaborative research projects. Prior to joining BBC in 2006, she was responsible for developing a portfolio of agricultural biotechnology projects at Michigan State University’s Institute of International Agriculture, and for reporting to federal funding agencies about the program.  Andrea has also served as an international consultant on a broad range of issues relating to international agricultural development, biotechnology, biosafety, intellectual property rights and technology transfer.  She holds a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology from Reading University, UK, a Masters in Plant Pathology from Cornell University, and a Master of Arts in Natural […]

ABCs of SBIR/STTR

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The government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs make over $4 billion in high-risk, non-dilutive capital available to innovative small companies annually. The process is complex with a steep learning curve, but the impact of receiving $millions in non-dilutive funding is worth the effort. Find out if your technology company is eligible for non-dilutive (FREE) federal funding through the government’s SBIR/STTR program. Join us for this webinar covering SBIR/STTR program basics including program purpose; eligibility; and sources of funding. FREE REGISTER NOW   Training Sponsored by BBCetc Catalyst Advantage Network BBCetc Catalyst Advantage Network (C.A.N.) provides the benefit of BBCetc’s SBIR/STTR expertise along with Capita3’s leadership training to give women entrepreneurs what’s needed to successfully transform your technology into a viable product or service and secure government funding. Lean more here. 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.

“From the Sources’ Mouth” with NASA

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Don’t miss your chance to hear directly from NASA program manager. The NASA SBIR and STTR programs fund the research, development and demonstration of innovative technologies that fulfill NASA needs as described in the annual solicitations and have significant potential for successful commercialization. Join this workshop and learn, from the sources, what needed for a successful proposal to NASA. 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.

ABCs of SBIR/STTR

FREE Live Workshop

The government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs make over $4 billion in high-risk, non-dilutive capital available to innovative small companies annually. The process is complex with a steep learning curve, but the impact of receiving $millions in non-dilutive funding is worth the effort. Find out how these two programs can provide a source of R&D funding between the initial development of your innovative idea and proof that it has potential in the marketplace. We'll cover SBIR/STTR eligibility requirements, participating agencies, the differences between SBIR and STTR and more! This training is designed to provide enough information for attendees to determine if they would like to seriously pursue proposal development and provides the tools to help begin the process. FREE REGISTER NOW   Training Sponsored by BBCetc Catalyst Advantage Network BBCetc Catalyst Advantage Network (C.A.N.) provides the benefit of BBCetc’s SBIR/STTR expertise along with Capita3’s leadership training to give women entrepreneurs what’s needed to successfully transform your technology into a viable product or service and secure government funding. Lean more here. 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 […]

SBIR/STTR 101

FREE Live Workshop

Find out how the government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs can provide a source of R&D funding between the initial development of your innovative idea and proof that it has potential in the marketplace. The two programs make over $4 billion in high-risk, non-dilutive capital available to innovative small companies annually! Join our expert in the virtual session to learn what it takes to participate in the programs. We'll review, eligibility requirements, participating agencies, the differences between SBIR and STTR, common misconceptions and more! This training is designed to provide enough information for attendees to determine if they would like to seriously pursue proposal development and provides the tools to help begin the process. FREE REGISTER NOW   Training Sponsored by BBCetc Catalyst Advantage Network BBCetc Catalyst Advantage Network (C.A.N.) provides the benefit of BBCetc’s SBIR/STTR expertise along with Capita3’s leadership training to give women entrepreneurs what’s needed to successfully transform your technology into a viable product or service and secure government funding. Lean more here. 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 […]

“From the Sources’ Mouth” with Air Force

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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.

“From the Sources’ Mouth” with NIH

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Don’t miss this 1-hour webinar to learn directly from Robert Vinson, NIH SEED Small Business Program Manager, Office of Extramural Research. The National Institutes of Health SEED office's mission is to accelerate the conversion of scientific discoveries into healthcare solutions. SEED envisions a world where scientists are empowered to improve the lives of patients and their families. Core objectives are to: Identify and scale approaches that enable investigators to convert scientific discoveries into impactful healthcare solutions Coordinate early-stage product development activities across the NIH Inspire and support a diverse entrepreneurial workforce Demonstrate NIH’s role in improving patient care and driving economic growth   Join this workshop and learn, from the source, what is needed for a successful proposal to NIH. 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 […]

Introduction to the SBIR/STTR Programs

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Find out how the government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs can provide a source of R&D funding between the initial development of your innovative idea and proof that it has potential in the marketplace. The two programs make over $4 billion in high-risk, non-dilutive capital available to innovative small companies annually! Join our expert in the virtual session to learn what it takes to participate in the programs. We'll review, eligibility requirements, participating agencies, the differences between SBIR and STTR, common misconceptions and more! This training is designed to provide enough information for attendees to determine if they would like to seriously pursue proposal development and provides the tools to help begin the process. FREE 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 […]

“From the Sources’ Mouth” with NIST

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Don’t miss this 1-hour webinar to learn directly from Jacqueline Gray, SBIR Program Manager for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). NIST's mission is to promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life. They support the smallest of technologies to the largest and most complex of human-made creations — from nanoscale devices so tiny that tens of thousands can fit on the end of a single human hair up to earthquake-resistant skyscrapers and global communication networks. Join this workshop and learn, from the source, what is needed for a successful proposal to NIST. 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 NSF

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Don’t miss your chance to hear directly from National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Program Director and Policy Liaison, Ben Schrag. Known as America’s Seed Fund, NSF has helped startups and small businesses transform their ideas into marketable products and services. Focusing on high-risk, high-impact technologies — those that show promise but whose success hasn’t yet been validated — and each year, they award $200 million in funding to entrepreneurs across the country. Join this overview of the NSF 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 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 MSF program […]