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A key facet of the SBIR/STTR programs are developing an innovative idea with commercial potential. This session will focus on the commercialization of ideas and how to locate information for those areas. We will cover figuring out your market, customer discovery, and why that is pivotal for forward progress. We will also review the importance […]
REGISTER Moving from a Phase I to a Phase II is a big ramp up in development and research goals. You have to know how to pivot from lessons learned, establish an expanded pathway, and grow your business to be competitive. This session will focus on those areas and discuss bridging the gap between a […]
REGISTER This session is for TRADEMARKS ONLY Come and learn the best way to grow your business and protect your brand. Join a trademark attorney from the United States Patent and Trademark Office for this in-person, single-day workshop. Topics to be covered: Definitions and types of trademarks Benefits of federal trademark registration Selecting a trademark […]
REGISTER This session is for PATENTS ONLY. Have an idea for an invention? Join a United States patent representative for a full day to learn about patents. This in-person workshop covers: An understanding of patents and intellectual property rights Required materials needed to file a patent applications Drafting a patent application Boot camps are FREE, […]
REGISTER SBIR/STTR funding is a great option for innovative small businesses, but the available funding is limited. Often times, you will need additional funding to move beyond a successful Phase II project. We will discuss companion and supplement funding options, look at equity based funding, and talk about why this is a needed component even […]
Now that you have learned the ins and outs of the SBIR/STTR programs, you need to know where to find the resources to help you move forward and capture these and other federal funding opportunities. During this session, we will also cover things such as identifying and connecting to key partners, bringing on additional resources […]
