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See our list of current event and training opportunities below:
SBIR/STTR Program Opportunity Info Session
August 13th @2pm CST
The DAF has changed the approach with its Open Topic SBIR/STTR program, making their
process
reflect a more venture capital-like, rapid-turnaround, with an application-oriented
approach. The
program presents a significant early-stage funding opportunity for technology entrepreneurs
with
products and services that can solve problems for the Air Force.
Topics to be covered:
- Specific Topics: A more traditional approach for specific technologies and solutions
- Open Topics: What is different about the DAF Open Topic SBIR/STTR program
- Direct to Phase II: Qualified entrepreneurs can move more quickly through the program
- Significant changes to STTR that benefit both entrepreneurs and research institutions
- The emergence of opportunities with the Space Force through SpaceWERX
- How to improve your chances of a successful proposal and evaluation
- What you can do now to prepare for an Open Topic PI or D2P2 proposal
(There is no charge for these sessions or APEX support services)
Register
SBIR/STTR Proposal Preparation Webinar
August 19, 2024 8:30am - 12:30pm
Do you have technology that can address a unique U.S. Department of Defense challenge?
Join us for this virtual training presented by Jim Greenwood of Greenwood Consulting
Group, Inc. This training will provide an SBIR/STTR overview & abbreviated Phase I
Proposal Preparation, with an emphasis on Dept. of Defense, including a 7-step process
for creating a competitive Phase I proposal. The webinar will also discuss the Dept.
of Defense solicitations/BAAs, both regular and annual/out-of-cycle.
One-on-One meeting opportunities with Jim Greenwood following the webinar are also
available.
Register
Save the Date: Regional Workshop in Wichita, Kansas
September 10-12, 2024
Join your BBR peers from across the country in Wichita September 10-12, 2024 for an information filled event hosted by the South Kansas Coalition! Reach out to Pearl Sullivan (psullivan@rti.org, 404-617-8482) with any questions and stay tuned for more information. We look forward to seeing you!