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DOD SBIR/STTR Program Overview Webinar
August 14th, 2025 | 11:00am - 12:30pm
The DOD SBIR and STTR programs offer a wide range of opportunities for small firms
to address
military needs in just about every technology area from software to training systems,
from medical
products to air, land and sea platforms.
Join us for an overview of the Department of Defense (DOD) SBIR components. Gain insight
on how
to identify the right solicitation for your technology, connect with Technical Points
of Contact (TPOC),
and influence future topics.
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!
This event is presented by BBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting.
DOD SBIR/STTR Proposal Preparation Webinar
August 21st, 2025 | 8:30am - 12:30pm
Are you wanting to submit a SBIR/STTR proposal to the Department of Defense (DOD), but don't know where to start? This webinar is for you!
The DOD SBIR and STTR programs offer a wide range of opportunities for small firms to address military needs in just about every technology area from software to training systems, from medical products to air, land and sea platforms.
In this webinar, you will receive a brief overview of DOD SBIR/STTR programs and learn about the recommended process for developing a Phase I SBIR/STTR proposal to the DOD, with attention paid to the differences among the various components and services.
This event is presented by Jim Greenwood
Innovate & Elevate: 3-Part Series Over IP Strategy for the Mission
August 27th, 2025 | 10:30 A.M. - Noon
IP Strategy for the Mission - Part I: Foundations First with Rob Gerlach
In any innovation driven organization, especially those working with national security or dual-use technologies, understanding the fundamentals of intellectual property (IP) is mission critical.
Join us for Part I: Foundations First, the kickoff session in our multi-part series on strategic IP for mission-oriented ventures. This foundational session will introduce the full spectrum of intellectual property, including:
- Patents – Protecting inventions and technical innovations.
- Trademarks – Safeguarding brand identity and reputation.
- Copyrights – Securing original works of authorship.
- Proprietary Information & Trade Secrets – Defending competitive advantages without disclosure.
Designed for startups, small businesses, researchers, and technologists operating
in national security, defense innovation, or advanced manufacturing, this session
sets the stage for deeper strategy discussions in future workshops. Whether you're
preparing for federal funding, commercial partnerships, or technology transfer, a
clear grasp of IP types and their strategic uses is essential.
Location: Groover Labs, 334 St Francis, Wichita, KS 67202, US