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SUMMARY:Vision Unlocked
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″]Vision Unlocked Startup Version[vc_column_text css=”” text_style=”subtitle”]From Swirl to Sprint: 90 Days to Real Momentum[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_style=”leader-text”]Identify and build on your purpose\, vision\, mission and strategic anchors to focus and define realistic\, achievable goals in 90 days[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_style=”page-description”]Presented by Mark Stockhowe \nDate: April 7\, 2026\nTime: 1 – 5 PM CT[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”2/5″][vc_column_text css=”” text_style=”page-description”]Who Should Attend\nVisionary founders\n(pre-seed to seed\, team size 1–10) \nWhere\nMcNamara Alumni Center\nTechnology Commercialization Center \nCost (Per Person)\n$59[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/5″ rc_add_shadow=”small-shadow”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1771474446514{background-color: #EDF1F5 !important;}”] \n\n\n\nWhat’s Included: \n\n\n4-hour Interactive Workshop\n\n\n90-day Clarity Sprint (One Goal\,One Meeting\, One Scoreboard)\n\n\nA first Roles & Responsibilities sketch\n\n\nA running Idea Bank\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text css=”” text_style=”page-description”]Who Should Attend\nVisionary founders\n(Team size 1–10) \n\nWhere\nMcNamara Alumni Center\nDiscovery Nexus\nLaukka Conference Room \n\nCost (Per Person)\n$99[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″ content_width=”80″ horizontal_content_position=”center” grve_css=”{“desktop“:{“margin-top“:“25“\,“margin-right“:“25“\,“margin-bottom“:“25“\,“margin-left“:“25“\,“padding-top“:“25“\,“padding-right“:“25“\,“padding-bottom“:“25“\,“padding-left“:“25“\,“class“:“grve-wpb-1771515389435“}}”][vc_column_text css=”” text_style=”page-description”]What’s Included \n4-hour Interactive Workshop \n\n90-day Clarity Sprint (One Goal\, One Meeting\, One Scoreboard) \n\nA first Roles & Responsibilities sketch \n\nA running Idea Bank \n\nOne Hour 1:1 Meeting with Mark Stockhowe[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””]Early-stage\, innovation-driven companies move fast\, but speed can work against you as teams grow\, customers add complexity\, and informal ways of working begin to strain. Founders often feel the tension between staying agile today and building something that won’t break as the company scales. Decisions multiply\, priorities compete\, and what once lived in the founder’s head must become shared clarity across the team. \nThis workshop helps founders and small leadership teams build resilience by aligning on what matters now\, anticipating the challenges ahead\, and making intentional choices that support both near-term execution and long-term growth. Rather than adding heavy process\, the focus is on establishing a strong foundation that reduces friction\, improves decision-making\, and allows the company to start with simplicity—adding structure and capability only when it creates real value. \nAt this workshop\, Mark will equip participants with: \n\nHow to build operational rhythm and focus without stifling your creative spark.\nActionable steps to deliver immediate traction.\nThe framework for turning a visionary concept into a disciplined\, scalable machine.\n\nFounders will leave with a clear\, practical framework for aligning their team today while positioning the company to grow and scale sanely in the future.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nAbout the Presenter:\nWorkshop facilitator Mark Stockhowe helps visionary founders bridge the gap from “big idea” to “big business.” An experienced operator and advisor\, he has spent his career supporting innovation-driven companies as they grow\, working with organizations ranging from a handful of employees to hundreds. With deep roots in healthcare and IT\, Mark has a knack for helping early-stage teams convert technical potential into commercial reality\, while guiding founders and leadership teams through growth\, alignment\, and execution challenges without losing momentum. \nBeyond his current role leading an emerging medical diagnostics company\, Mark is the architect of the Swirl to Scale™ System—an “operating system for innovation” that provides a roadmap for businesses journeying from startup to $100M\, helping leaders replace chaos with clarity and sustainable progress.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/vision-unlocked/
LOCATION:McNamara Alumni Center\, Minneapolis\, MN
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
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SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything | August
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered monthly.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-aua-2025-8-13/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20250408T202636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T130432Z
UID:10000739-1752660000-1752665400@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything | July
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered monthly.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-aua-2025-7-16/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20240311T143554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T161655Z
UID:10000515-1750149000-1750161600@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:AI for Small Business Practical Ways to Drive Growth with AI
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n\nAI for Small Business\nPractical Ways to Drive Growth with AI\n[vc_column_text]About the Workshop\nA hands-on approach to AI implementation for small and medium businesses \nWhy Attend?\nSmall and medium-sized businesses face unique challenges when adopting AI technologies. This workshop cuts through the complexity to deliver practical\, affordable AI implementation strategies specifically designed for SMB needs. \nInstead of theoretical concepts\, you’ll learn actionable tactics that can be implemented immediately\, with measurable results for your business growth and efficiency. \nBy the end of the workshop\, you’ll have a customized AI implementation roadmap tailored to your specific business challenges and opportunities.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register Here\n							[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text text_style=”small-text”] \nIn Collaboration with: \n[/vc_column_text]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/collaboration-ai/
LOCATION:Collaboration.AI\, Osborn370 | 12th floor\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20250408T202219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T130458Z
UID:10000738-1749636000-1749641400@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything | June
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-aua-2025-6-11/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20250408T200151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T130553Z
UID:10000737-1747821600-1747827000@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything | May
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-aua-2025-5-21/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20250305T195254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T195254Z
UID:10000732-1744192800-1744198200@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-ask-us-anything-2025-4-9/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20250117T170555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T195021Z
UID:10000702-1741773600-1741779000@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-ask-us-anything/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20250117T161914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T224622Z
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SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-ask-us-anything-022025/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20250107T192710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T192755Z
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SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n\nSBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our self-paced learning materials. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/ask-us-anything-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20241007T141926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T201837Z
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SUMMARY:Launch Your Product With Confidence
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Launch Your Product With Confidence[vc_column_text]With Susan Henken-Thielen\, MBA \nNovember 14\, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM \n$99 per person \nVirtual \nSuccessfully bringing your novel innovation to market requires a deep understanding of the market landscape\, your customers\, and the unique value your solution offers. The SBIR/STTR programs place growing emphasis on early-stage commercialization\, highlighting the need to strategize from the outset. This session is designed to clarify the commercialization process and provide insights on how to strategically navigate the “valley of death” to ensure successful market entry. \nMNSBIR\, Inc. is excited to host “Launch your Product with Confidence” – a virtual workshop to prepare small businesses to sell their viable product/service. \nSBIR/STTR Phase II awardees are an ideal audience to attend this session. \nMarketing expert Susan Henken-Thielen\, MBA will lead the workshop and share marketing frameworks as well as case studies to guide attendees with the following questions: \n\nHow can I strategically communicate what my product does?\nHow can I position and price this product to sell it most effectively?\n\nGet to know the workshop host:\nSusan Henken-Thielen\, MBA has over 40 years of executive experience in a range of industries including educational and medical technology and devices\, consumer goods\, fitness\, and higher education. She has led the global product launch for Pearson VUE\, achieving 28% growth and grew a branded consumer health line to $75MM in 5 years. She oversaw a 13% increase in sales in the funding-challenged special education market and reached the 1-year sales goal in 6 months for the launch of an innovative CIGNA healthcare product. \nWhat’s included:\n\nA 1.5-hour marketing deep dive\nA half-hour 1:1 consultation with Susan Henken-Thielen (available only to Minnesota SBIR/STTR funded firms)\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_tta_accordion active_section=”2″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-exclamation-circle” add_icon=”true” title=”Refund Policy” tab_id=”1728918127687-f459dfda-7b07″][vc_column_text text_style=”small-text”]Refund Policy Refund requests for webinars hosted by MNSBIR\, Inc. will be honored according to the following terms: Full Refunds: Cancellations made at least 3 days before the scheduled webinar will receive a full refund. No Refunds: No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 3 days before the webinar or for non-attendance. Transfer or Credit: If you are unable to attend the webinar\, you may transfer your registration to another person or apply the registration fee as credit toward a future webinar\, provided notification is given at least 24 hours before the event. Host Cancellation: In the event that MNSBIR\, Inc. cancels or reschedules the webinar\, attendees will receive a full refund or the option to attend the rescheduled event.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/20241114/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20241001T154930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T154102Z
UID:10000611-1731492000-1731497400@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n\nSBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our self-paced learning materials. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/ask-us-anything/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20240408T154207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T230222Z
UID:10000518-1721376000-1721404800@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:America's Seed Fund Road Tour: Great Lakes: Minneapolis
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]\nAmerica’s Seed Fund 2024 Road Tour: Great Lakes\nMinneapolis\, MN\n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″ text_align=”center”]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row rc_heading_color=”primary-2″][vc_column width=”1/2″ content_width=”85″][vc_column_text text_style=”subtitle”] \nDate: Friday\, July 19th\, 2024 \nTime: 8 AM – 4 PM (Doors open at 7 am) \nLocation: University of Minnesota McNamara Alumni Center \nCost: $50 (Includes coffee & snacks) \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description” css=”.vc_custom_1715227277513{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”] \nJoin us for an exciting in-person event at the University of Minnesota\, McNamara Alumni Center on July 19! The America’s Seed Fund 2024 Road Tour is a great opportunity to learn\, connect\, and grow your business. Discover the latest funding opportunities that support research\, development and commercialization of novel products and services for worldwide impact. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description” css=”.vc_custom_1715227488165{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”] \nLearn more… \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/americas-seed-fund-2024-road-tour-minneapolis/
LOCATION:McNamara Alumni Center\, Minneapolis\, MN
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
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UID:10000525-1719406800-1719412200@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR 201: Environmental Protection Agency
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″]SBIR/STTR 201: Enviromental Protection Agency[vc_column_text text_style=”subtitle”]Wednesday\, June 26\, 2024 | 1 – 2:30 PM[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”]One of 11 federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) programs launched over 40 years ago\, EPA’s SBIR program is the small program with a big mission\, to protect human health and the environment. As part of “America’s Seed Fund\,” EPA SBIR funds small businesses to develop and commercialize innovative environmental technologies in broad focus areas which include clean and safe water\, air quality and climate\, land revitalization\, homeland security\, sustainable materials management/circular economy\, safer chemicals\, and risk assessment. Proposals should be responsive to the annual topics under these broad areas. \nProgram Objectives \n\nSupport for innovative green technology\nFocus on commercialization\nCommunication of successes\nProtect the planet\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion active_section=”” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Previous EPA Solicitation Topics” tab_id=”1713926413778-8082f272-e41d”][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”]The next EPA SBIR solicitation is anticipated to open in June 2024. Specific topic areas change from year to year.  \nFor reference\, the 2023-2024 topics were:  \nClean and Safe Water \n\nZero-liquid discharge and brine concentrate minimization\nTreatment and destruction of PFAS in wastewater and other waste streams\nHABs sensors that can monitor cyanobacteria and toxins\n\nAir Quality & Climate \n\nInnovative technologies to clean indoor air during wildfire smoke events and other high pollution days\nAir pollution control technologies for urban small sources\n\nLand \n\nInnovations in slurry injection technology for complex waste treatment and disposal\n\nHomeland Security \n\nAI-based indoor mapping and localization using smartphone sensor data Circular\n\nEconomy/Sustainable Material \n\nInnovative technologies that help consumers prevent food waste in the acquisition\, preparation\, and storage of food\nInnovative technologies or materials that will improve the U.S. recycling system\nInnovative material reduction and reuse solutions to lower embodied carbon in the built environment\n\nSafer Chemicals \n\nRubber anti-degradant technologies for tires and other rubber products that are lower concern for human health and the environment\nInnovative enhanced efficiency fertilizers\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-201-epa/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20240503T145937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T145937Z
UID:10000524-1718197200-1718202600@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR 201: United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″]SBIR/STTR 201: United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)[vc_column_text text_style=”subtitle”]Wednesday\, June 12\, 2024 | 1 – 2:30 PM[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”]The USDA SBIR/STTR programs focus on transforming scientific discovery into products and services with commercial potential and/or societal benefit. Unlike fundamental research\, the USDA SBIR/STTR programs support small businesses in the creation of innovative\, disruptive technologies and enable the application of research advancements from conception into the market. The STTR program aims to foster technology transfer through formal cooperative R&D between small businesses and nonprofit research institutions. \nProjects dealing with agriculturally-related manufacturing and alternative and renewable energy technologies are encouraged across all SBIR/STTR topic areas. USDA SBIR/STTR’s flexible research areas ensure innovative projects consistent with USDA’s vision of a healthy and productive nation in harmony with the land\, air\, and water. The USDA SBIR/STTR programs have awarded over 2000 research and development projects since 1983\, allowing hundreds of small businesses to explore their technological potential\, and providing an incentive to profit from the commercialization of innovative ideas. Click below for more SBIR/STTR information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-201-usda/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20240422T152057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T021037Z
UID:10000523-1714384800-1714390200@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR 201: Department of Defense (DoD) SBIR 24.2 and STTR 24.B
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″]SBIR/STTR 201: Department of Defense[vc_column_text text_style=”subtitle”]Wednesday\, May 2\, 2024 | 10 – 11:30 AM[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”]Broad Agency Announcements \nSBIR 24.2 and STTR 24.B \nPre-Release | April 17\, 2024 \nOpen | May 15\, 2024 \nClose | June 12\, 2024\, 12 PM ET[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”] \nIn this Broad Agency Announcement\, the participating DoD Components are:\n\nDepartment of Navy (Navy)\nDepartment of Air Force (Air Force)\nDefense Health Agency (DHA)\nDefense Logistics Agency (DLA)\nDefense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)\nMissile Defense Agency (MDA)\nOffice of the Secretary of Defense – National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (OSD – NGA)\n\n[/vc_column_text]\n		View Topics\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbirsttr201-dod-2024-4-29/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events,SBIR/STTR 201: Agency Deep Dives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20240125T222630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T230037Z
UID:10000146-1706695200-1706700600@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR 201: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]SBIR/STTR 201: National Aeronautics and Space Administration[vc_column_text]During this 90-minute session\, we will cover the key aspects of a competitive application from the key sections of the application\, the budget\, the technical team\, the market opportunity\, letters of support and much more.  This is a hands-on session to share how to apply for funding. \nMNSBIR\, Inc.’s mission is to deliver outreach\, education\, and confidential coaching and assistance to enable startups and small businesses to secure funding from America’s Seed Fund (SBIR/STTR) to convert research into products and services for domestic and international market opportunities. \nThe NASA SBIR/STTR program funds the research\, development\, and demonstration of innovative technologies that fulfill NASA needs as described in the annual solicitations and have significant potential for successful commercialization.  The NASA SBIR/STTR Program consists of three phases.  Competing and securing funding in Phase I is required to access funding in future years. \nStartups and small businesses with fewer than 500 employees are encouraged to apply for funding.  Engagement with non-profit research institution (RI) such as a university or a research laboratory is highly encouraged to enhance the project and the team’s capabilities. Your journey starts with a Phase I\, but the ultimate goal is to reach Phase III where you get infused into a NASA mission and/or commercialize.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-201-nasa-2024-jan-17-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events,SBIR/STTR 201: Agency Deep Dives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20240103T185957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T054544Z
UID:10000148-1706090400-1706095800@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR 201: Department of Transportation (DOT)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]SBIR/STTR 201: Department of Transportation[vc_column_text]U.S. DOT’s highly competitive Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program awards contracts to domestic small businesses to pursue research on and develop innovative solutions to our nation’s transportation challenges. \nLearn the Department of Transportation’s strategic goals\, funding mechanisms and review processes\, as well as and tips and guidelines on submitting a successful application to fund your path to commercialization.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row section_id=”register”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-201-dept-of-transportation-2024-jan-24/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events,SBIR/STTR 201: Agency Deep Dives
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240122T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20240103T180305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T180306Z
UID:10000111-1705917600-1705923000@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR 201: National Science Foundation
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]\n		Register for Session\n							SBIR/STTR 201: National Science Foundation[vc_column_text]Access ~$2M for your transformative project with strong commercial potential. \nThe National Science Foundation (NSF) SBIR/STTR programs focus on transforming scientific discovery into products and services with commercial potential and/or societal benefit. The NSF funds high-risk\, high-payoff projects across the spectrum of science\, technology\, engineering\, and manufacturing. Minnesota firms with a formal NSF project pitch invitation are entered into the SBIR/STTR Catalyst. \nDownload a searchable PDF of the full list of technology topic areas that also includes descriptions of the subtopics. \nNSF broad technology topic areas include: \n\nAdvanced Analytics\nAdvanced Manufacturing\nAdvanced Materials\nArtificial Intelligence\nAugmented and Virtual Reality\nBiological Technologies\nBiomedical Technologies\nChemical Technologies\nCloud and High-Performance Computing\nCybersecurity and Authentication\nDigital Health\nDistributed Ledger\nEnergy Technologies\nEnvironmental Technologies\nHuman-Computer Interaction\nInstrumentation and Hardware Systems\nInternet of Things\nLearning and Cognition Technologies\nMedical Devices\nMobility\nNanotechnology\nOther Topics\nPharmaceutical Technologies\nPhotonics\nPower Management\nQuantum Information Technologies\nRobotics\nSemiconductors\nSpace\nWireless Technologies\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row section_id=”register”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/nsf-201-jan22-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events,SBIR/STTR 201: Agency Deep Dives
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20240103T180228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T180229Z
UID:10000154-1705572000-1705577400@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:The Evolution of CFOs in Startup Ecosystems
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]\n		Register for Session\n							The Evolution of CFOs in Startup Ecosystems[vc_column_text] \nDiscover how the role of Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) has transformed from traditional financial gatekeepers to strategic business leaders\, making a profound impact on startups. This session is designed for CEOs\, founders\, and university startups aspiring to launch and lead successful businesses. Learn how modern CFOs drive growth\, adapt to startup needs\, navigate the dynamic world of entrepreneurship\, and build operational plans that detail how funding will be used and how much is needed. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights and network with fellow entrepreneurs. It’s never too early to engage with a strategic CFO. \nPresenter: Bryan Knipe\, Founder and CEO\, TriPinnacle Advisors \ntripinnacleadvisors.com \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row section_id=”register”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/evolution-of-cfos-in-startup-ecosystems-2024-jan-18-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231127T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20231016T172442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T162449Z
UID:10000102-1701079200-1701084600@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR 201: National Science Foundation
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]\n		Register for Session\n							National Science Foundation SBIR/STTR 201: Agency Deep DiveAccess ~$2M for your transformative project with strong commercial potential.[vc_column_text]The National Science Foundation (NSF) SBIR/STTR programs focus on transforming scientific discovery into products and services with commercial potential and/or societal benefit. The NSF funds high-risk\, high-payoff projects across the spectrum of science\, technology\, engineering\, and manufacturing. Minnesota firms with a formal NSF project pitch invitation are entered into the SBIR/STTR Catalyst. \nDownload a searchable PDF of the full list of technology topic areas that also includes descriptions of the subtopics. \nNSF broad technology topic areas include: \n\nAdvanced Analytics\nAdvanced Manufacturing\nAdvanced Materials\nArtificial Intelligence\nAugmented and Virtual Reality\nBiological Technologies\nBiomedical Technologies\nChemical Technologies\nCloud and High-Performance Computing\nCybersecurity and Authentication\nDigital Health\nDistributed Ledger\nEnergy Technologies\nEnvironmental Technologies\nHuman-Computer Interaction\nInstrumentation and Hardware Systems\nInternet of Things\nLearning and Cognition Technologies\nMedical Devices\nMobility\nNanotechnology\nOther Topics\nPharmaceutical Technologies\nPhotonics\nPower Management\nQuantum Information Technologies\nRobotics\nSemiconductors\nSpace\nWireless Technologies\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row section_id=”register”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/201-nsf-sbir-sttr-nov27/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20231109T002558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T174521Z
UID:10000131-1700128800-1700134200@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Phase III - How the General Services Administration Is Bridging the Valley of Death
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]\nSBIR/STTR Phase III – How General Services Administration Is Helping to Bridge the “Valley of Death”\n\nThe Commercialization Phase and Sole-Source Federal Contracts\n[vc_column_text]The General Services Administration is a $45B federal procurement office. Since FY18\, they have assisted multiple firms to transition their SBIR/STTR funded products or services into Phase III awards (government sales). You won’t want to miss this session. \nThe SBIR/STTR Programs are focused on transition and commercialization\, and it is important for SBIR/STTR funded businesses to be informed about the various phases and opportunities available. \nWhat is Phase III? \nPhase III refers to work that derives from\, extends\, or completes an effort made under prior SBIR/STTR Funding Agreements\, but is funded by sources other than the SBIR/STTR programs. Phase III work is typically oriented towards Commercialization of SBIR/STTR research or technology\, including through further R/R&D work. \nPhase III is a crucial stage for the commercialization of SBIR/STTR research or technology. It’s an exciting opportunity for businesses to take their innovative products or services to the next level and make a real impact in the federal government procurement arena.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-phase-3-nov-2023/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20230328T193808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230402T201447Z
UID:10000033-1681812000-1681817400@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:Developing a Multi-Agency Strategy to Secure SBIR/STTR Investments
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Developing a Multi-Agency Strategy to Secure SBIR/STTR Investments\n		Register Here\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/developing-a-multi-agency-strategy/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230406T103000
DTSTAMP:20260526T034423
CREATED:20230328T184518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T184646Z
UID:10000032-1680771600-1680777000@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:Raising Capital Options
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Raising Capital OptionsWebinar featuring Jen Randolph Reise\, JD\, Securities Attorney\n		Register Here\n							[vc_column_text] \nApril 6\, 2023\, 10:30 AM | FREE\nThe most daunting task of an entrepreneur is raising capital. After you’ve ballparked how much you’ll need\, next you and your attorney need to navigate the types of offerings and draft investment documents to review with potential investors. Join me for a webinar\, featuring Jen Randolph Reise\, JD\, securities attorney\, all about investment instruments: \n\nOptions to raise capital: debt\, convertible debt\, SAFEs\, common and preferred stock\, Reg D offerings\, crowdfunding\, etc.\nThe types of documents you need for the various options\nWhen to choose one form of investment over another\nTypes of investors and insights on rounds\, discounts and due diligence\nTrends in investment vehicle usage\nTips and what to watch out for\n\nJen is a Minnesota attorney and entrepreneur. Through her firm\, Reise Law (www.reiselaw.com)\, she advises business owners on formation\, capital raising\, and other corporate issues. She is passionate about helping founders manage risk proactively and maintain control while raising the capital they need. After graduating law school summa cum laude in 2007\, she was in private practice at the Minneapolis office of Taft\, Stettinus & Hollister (formerly Briggs and Morgan)\, and spent four years in-house as SEC and compliance counsel at a public company. She then served as a Visiting Professor at Mitchell Hamline School of Law for three years\, where she taught doctrinal business law courses with an emphasis on transactional law and business skills. \nAfter the discussion\, stay with us for Q&A to get your questions answered.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register Here\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/raising-capital-options2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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