This half-day workshop covers the SBIR/STTR program basics, including: program purpose; eligibility; and sources of funding. It is designed to provide enough information for attendees to determine if they would like to seriously pursue proposal development.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Technology-based entrepreneurs and small companies seeking funding for R&D

WHAT YOU’LL COME AWAY WITH:

• Overview of the SBIR/STTR program and potential for non-dilutive funding presented by this $2.3 billion dollar federal funding program
• An understanding of whether your company/opportunity is suitable and eligible for the program
• Federal agency sources of funding
• Tools to help you do your homework and strategic planning prior to proposal preparation

 

Agency-specific seminars present essential information for crafting a competitive SBIR/STTR proposal that meets the unique requirements of a specific federal agency. They provide detailed instruction on the ins and outs of preparing a proposal, including both technical and commercialization plans, and navigating the often complicated submission process.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Technology-based entrepreneurs and small companies seeking funding for R&D with plans to submit a SBIR/STTR proposal within the next 12 months.

WHAT YOU’LL COME AWAY WITH:

• Current information on the SBIR/STTR program
• Strategies for targeting your proposal to meet an Agency’s mission and requirements
• Technological innovation and commercial merit—what this really means
• Common problems and pitfalls and how to avoid them
• Preparing a Commercialization Plan so critical to successful SBIR/STTR proposals
• How to write the proposal to meet the reviewers’ expectations
• Navigating the often complicated process of actual submission
• What to do once you learn you are going to be funded (and what to do next if you learn you are not)
  

 

Commercialization is the ability to provide a solution to a problem in exchange for money. BBC’s philosophy is that going through the process of commercialization planning can actually be more instructive than the plan itself. Find out why, and then learn how to travel successfully down the product to market pathway.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Faculty members, academic professors, inventors and early-stage companies

WHAT YOU’LL COME AWAY WITH:

• What it takes to develop a credible commercialization plan
• Pitfalls to avoid
• Using market research to direct and focus your efforts
• How to plan for your financial needs
• How to build a business model
• Commercialization information differences across agencies
  

 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Companies that plan on applying for or have recently received SBIR/STTR funding or other federal grants and contracts, or anyone responsible for managing federal funds.

WHAT YOU’LL COME AWAY WITH:

• How to develop a project budget
• Preparing for a government audit
• Information about indirect cost treatment and preparing an indirect cost proposal
• QuickBooks for government grant recipients
• How to set up and maintain an appropriate accounting system
• General bookkeeping and reporting procedures

 

SBIR/STTR Overview:
SBIR/STTR program basics, including: program purpose; eligibility; and sources of funding.

Tips on Electronic Submission (with a focus on NIH SBIR/STTR Proposals):
So you think you’ve completed those registrations? You are sure you’ve allowed enough time for submission? Unfortunately for far too many applicants it turns out not to be the case. Successful submission of NIH SBIR/STTR proposals requires a thorough understanding of grants.gov and NIH eCommons. Tips for successful submission and how to avoid common mistakes will help ensure an on-time submission.

DoD Basic Review:
Overview of the steps involved in the Department of Defense’s (DoD) proposal preparation process. Learn the rules for eligibility, identifying a topic, budget structure and share tips on preparing a competitive proposal.

DoD Commercialization:
How to prepare a commercialization plan tailored for the specific requirements of a DoD SBIR/STTR proposal submission. Includes information on what it takes to develop a credible commercialization plan, pitfalls to avoid, using market research and building financial plans and business models.

Government Accounting Series:
A 5-week series for companies that plan on applying for or have recently received SBIR/STTR funding or other federal grants and contracts, or anyone responsible for managing federal funds. Topics for the weekly classes are: Intro to budgets—preparing a budget for grant/contract proposal; preparing for government funding audits, SBIR/STTR indirect rate development, Quickbooks for government contracting recipients, and post award compliance—managing your SBIR/STTR award.