Networking Events

Grant Funding Intro Sessions

Info Sessions on SBIR, STTR, and Virginia's CCF Grant Programs

March 18-21, 2024 -- Locations Across Central Virginia

Each session will provide provide an overview of grant funding for Virginia based companies and researchers who are developing early-stage technology. Featured will be discussions about the federal Small Business Innovation Research grant programs, also known as SBIR (11 agencies award over $4B annually in $200K-$2M grants), and the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Commonwealth Commercialization Fund ($75K grants for small business and higher education technology development/commercialization). We’ll cover the basics of the programs, eligibility rules, funding amounts available, processes, timelines, and other support available to help. Coffee & Bagels will be served at morning sessions, and a light lunch for the lunch sessions. FREE -- Advance registration requested. 

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration

Event Partner Locations:

• March 18, Harrisonburg, VA – 11:30AM-2PM -- Shenandoah Valley SBDC, 220 University Blvd, Harrisonburg VA 
• March 19, Lynchburg, VA – 8:30AM-11AM -- Center for Entrepreneurship, 300 Lucado Place, Lynchburg, VA
• March 20, Richmond, VA – 11:30AM-2PM -- Activation Capital, 800 East Leigh Street, Founders Conference Room (first floor), Richmond, VA 
• March 21, Charlottesville, VA – 8:30AM-11AM -- UVA Licensing & Ventures Group, 722 Preston Ave., Suite 107, Charlottesville, VA

REGISTER: www.virginiaipc.org/events 

National Science Foundation SBIR/STTR Proposal Prep Workshops

April 30, 2024, Fairfax, VA

May 1, 2024, Charlottesville, VA

The National Science Foundation (NSF) invests more than $230 million annually in their SBIR/STTR Program to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; and to secure the national defense. NSF-funded research has led to breakthroughs and new discoveries that help people live longer, healthier and more productive lives, and builds a research foundation that drives further discovery. In addition to up-to-date information on the SBIR/STTR programs, our expert we’ll take a deep dive into the NSF program specifics, so you’re equipped for a successful proposal. You’ll learn: Program’s goals and eligibility; How to navigate the NSF website and use web tools; The importance of Program Managers; Application components and proposal scoring; Writing your Pitch; Writing your project description and how to present Technical Objectives; Elements of bio sketches, facilities, budgets, How to avoid common pitfalls; MORE.

Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration

TIME: 8:30AM-4PM

COST: Virginia based small tech companies & University $25, All others $75

LOCATIONS: 

• April 30, 2024 -- Fairfax, VA -- Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) headquarters, First Floor Lobby Conference Center, 8300 Boone Boulevard, Tysons Corner, VA  22182
• May 1, 2024 -- Charlottesville, VA -- Charlottesville Small Business Development Center, Carter Bank Building, 300 Preston Ave, #206, Charlottesville, VA 22902

REGISTER: www.virginiaipc.org/events



National Institutes of Health SBIR/STTR Proposal Prep Workshops

• May 29, 2024 -- Richmond, VA 
• May 30, 2024 -- Roanoke, VA

For basic research advancing beyond the academic realm into product development, the NIH provides non-dilutive federal funding through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The NIH SBIR/STTR programs award over $1.25 billion in R&D funding annually to qualified small businesses developing game-changing technologies. For those familiar with NIH SBIR, this may be a chance to learn more, ask questions, learn about resubmission processes, stay up to date on any changes in the guidelines or requirements for submissions, hear different perspectives, and network. During this workshop, our expert will provide important information about SBIR/STTR funding and address how to craft a competitive SBIR/STTR proposal that meets the unique requirements of the NIH. 

TIME: 8:30AM-4:00PM Training

• COST: Virginia based small tech firms & Virginia based University, $25; All Others $75
• Coffee, Bagels, & Lunch will be provided 

DATES & LOCATIONS:

• May 29, Richmond, VA -- Activation Capital, 800 East Leigh Street, Founders Conference Room (first floor)
• May 30, Roanoke, VA -- Carilion Clinic Innovation -- 4348 Electric Road, Roanoke, VA 240198, Room 1701 (Mill Mountain Conference Room, Side B) 

REGISTER: www.virginiaipc.org/events