Description:

Is The SBIR/STTR Program Right for You?
The SBIR/STTR program is a federal grant and contracting program that awards more than $3 billion annually to small businesses to support the commercialization of innovative technology. Our guest SBIR/STTR consultant Kris Parmelee will cover the following key points about the program:
Definition of the Program
Eligibility
Key Elements of an SBIR/STTR Project
Overview of Participating Federal Agencies
Steps to Get Started

The SBIR/STTR program represents the largest single source of non-dilutive funding. This workshop will provide an introductory overview to this complex and highly competitive program. Open to all Northwestern faculty, post-docs, students and staff.

SPEAKER BIO:

Kris Parmelee, founder of Parmelee Consulting Group, specializes in SBIR/STTR preparations, with over 20 years of experience and collaboration with various federal agencies, research institutions, and accelerators.