Virtual SBIR/STTR Workshop: Application Process & Funding Options for Startups
Thursday, April 11, 2024 - 11:00am to 12:00pmReady to secure non-dilutive funding to take your startup to the next level?
Join Kirk Macolini, President of InteliSpark, LLC, for this virtual workshop providing insights into the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) application process and how to find other non-dilutive funding sources. During the workshop, Macolini will discuss and answer questions regarding:
- Writing and submitting a successful SBIR/STTR proposal
- Identifying strategies for making your SBIR/STTR proposal more competitive
- Applying to the SBIR/STTR Assistance Program, which can help eligible companies, based in New York state, hire a qualified grant writing consultant to help them develop a proposal
Upon registering, participants will receive access to the SBIR/STTR video series, a set of short videos containing valuable background information, which they are encouraged to view prior to the workshop. The pre-workshop video series covers:
- An overview of the SBIR/STTR programs
- Program eligibility requirements
- Differences between SBIR and STTR agencies
- Using SBIR/STTR to enhance your company’s value
The event is free and open to the public. Register to reserve your spot. Questions? Contact sbirassistance@cornell.edu.
Entrepreneurship at Cornell’s Celebration Conference
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 - 6:30pm to Friday, April 12, 2024 - 4:30pmEntrepreneurship at Cornell’s Celebration is a two-day, in-person entrepreneurship conference held every spring to bring together students, alumni, faculty, staff and community participants. Highlights this year will include fireside chats with featured speakers, eLab Demo Day, Student Business of the Year recognition, the BenDaniel Venture Challenge, and the recognition of the 2024 Entrepreneur of the Year. The Center for Technology Licensing is one of the sponsors of this conference.
Register here.
I-Corps Regional Course hosted by Cornell University (Deadline 4/10/24)
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 - 9:00am to 5:00pmLed by the NSF I-Corps Hub: Interior Northeast (IN I-Corps), these free, month-long NSF I-Corps Regional Courses are designed for university-based STEM researchers and early-stage founders interested in evaluating the market potential of their technology and learning valuable entrepreneurial skills.
The May 8 to June 5 course is virtual and hosted by Cornell University. Application closes on Wednesday, April 10.
Register here.
