BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//MNSBIR Inc. - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://minnesotasbir.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for MNSBIR Inc. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T100000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250625T221130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T235345Z UID:10000797-1751360400-1751364000@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator - TriState Webinar: Subcontracting & Teaming in Federal Government Contracting DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nAPEX Accelerator[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Subcontracting & Teaming in Federal Government Contracting[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: 7/1/2025\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (CST)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Christina Nebel-Dickerson (651) 201-2629 \nProgram Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Certification\, Government Contracting\, Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness\, Selling to Government \nDescription:\nNavigating the world of federal subcontracting and teaming agreements can be complex—but it’s also key to success in the government contracting space. Join federal government contracts attorney Gregory Weber of Koprince McCall Pottroff LLC\nIn this session\, Greg will break down the big picture of subcontracting and teaming\, highlighting essential principles and proven best practices to help contractors stay compliant and competitive. He’ll also explore common pitfalls that can jeopardize your contracts or partnerships\, and provide practical tips to avoid them.[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/apex-accelerator-tristate-webinar-subcontracting-teaming-in-federal-government-contracting/ CATEGORIES:MN APEX Accelerator ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/APEX_Admin-Logo-Template_APEX.png ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator":MAILTO:apexaccelerator.adm@state.mn.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250703T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250703T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250625T235322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T135338Z UID:10000800-1751547600-1751551200@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator - Preparing for MySBA Certification DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nAPEX Accelerator[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Preparing for MySBA Certification[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: 7/3/2025\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (CDT)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Natt Lee \nProgram Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Certifcation\nDescription:\nThis webinar will include an overview of MySBA certification benefits\, basic eligibility criteria\, steps to prepare for the application (i.e. account creation/login\, SAM registration\, document checklist)\, and live demo of the application. See if your business is ready to be certified and learn how to apply.[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/apex-accelerator-preparing-for-mysba-certification/2025-07-03/ CATEGORIES:MN APEX Accelerator ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/APEX_Admin-Logo-Template_APEX.png ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator":MAILTO:apexaccelerator.adm@state.mn.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T100000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250701T050636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T050636Z UID:10000817-1751965200-1751968800@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator - Navigating BAA & TAA Compliance in Government Contracting DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nAPEX Accelerator[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Navigating BAA & TAA Compliance in Government Contracting[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: 7/8/2025\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (CDT)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Tonya Lamont \nProgram Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Government Contracting\, SBIR/STTR/Other Innovation Programs\, Selling to Government \nThis is a specialized webinar designed for small business contractors seeking to understand the Buy American Act (BAA) and Trade Agreements Act (TAA) in federal contracting. Government contracts lawyer\, Nena Lenz of Fredrikson & Byron P.A.\,has been counseling businesses of all sizes on BAA and TAA compliance for nearly twenty years. She will walk attendees through basic compliance requirements and enforcement risks\, and she will provide practical tips for building a compliance program tailored to your business needs.[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/apex-accelerator-navigating-baa-taa-compliance-in-government-contracting/ CATEGORIES:MN APEX Accelerator ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/APEX_Admin-Logo-Template_APEX.png ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator":MAILTO:apexaccelerator.adm@state.mn.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T153000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250703T233610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T233610Z UID:10000818-1752066000-1752075000@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:DARPAConnect’s Virtual Pop-Up Event DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nDARPAConnect[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Virtual Pop-Up Event[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]July 9\, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM  CT | Virtual \nUnlock the door to a world of innovation and opportunity with DARPA! This upcoming Virtual Pop-Up Event is designed to provide you with invaluable insights directly from DARPA’s program managers and staff.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”]With the goal of breaking down the barriers of entry into DARPA\, this interactive event will feature DARPA office directors\, program managers\, and staff\, with topical conversations that include: \nAgenda (EST) \n– Welcome Message (2:00pm-2:05pm)\n– DARPAConnect Overview (2:05pm-2:15pm)\n– DARPA 101 (2:15pm-2:30pm)\n– Engaging a Program Manager (2:30pm-2:45pm)\n– Responding to an Opportunity (2:45pm-2:55pm)\n– DARPA Entry Points (2:55pm-3:10pm)\n– Entry Point Spotlight: The ERIS Marketplace (3:10pm-3:20pm)\n– Tips and Strategies for Success (3:20pm-3:35pm)\n– Paths to DARPA (3:35pm-3:45pm)\n– Ask-Me-Anything (3:45pm-4:30pm) \nWhat’s In Store: \n-Direct Access: Gain first-hand knowledge on how to effectively navigate the DARPA ecosystem from the very people who drive its innovative projects.\n-Interactive Deep Dives: Participate in focused sessions that delve into DARPA’s processes and priorities\, providing you with the tools to align your work with DARPA’s mission.\n-Live AMA Session: Get your burning questions answered on the spot by DARPA experts. This is your chance to address any uncertainties and gain clarity on engaging with DARPA. \nWho Should Attend: \n– Innovators and Researchers: Looking to bring your cutting-edge ideas to life with DARPA’s support.\n– Industry Professionals: Seeking to collaborate on national security projects.\n– New Performers: Eager to break into the DARPA community and contribute to its mission.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]\n Register\n register\n [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Please note you must be logged in to your DARPAConnect account to register for this event. \nNot a member of DARPAConnect?\nVisit DARPAConnect Registration to sign up for a free account and gain access to the full suite of DARPAConnect events\, lessons\, resources\, and more. \n \n \n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/darpaconnects-virtual-pop-up-2025-7/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/DARPA_Logo_2010-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250626T225715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T225750Z UID:10000813-1752323400-1752328800@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:USPTO - Successful Inventing: Early-Stage Funding and Informal Plan DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]USPTO[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Successful Inventing: Early-stage funding and informal plan[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]July 12\, 2025 | 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM CT | Virtual \nRegister today for the seventh virtual event on Product Development in the Successful Inventing series for 2025\, presented by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the Licensing Executives Society – Silicon Valley Chapter. \nThis session focuses on early-stage funding and informal planning: \n\nFounders\, family and friends\nState and federal agencies\nEquity loan/investment companies\nPrivate investors\n\nThe Successful Inventing series covers various aspects of the invention process. During each virtual\, monthly session\, participants will hear experts discuss intellectual property\, product development\, licensing\, funding\, and more. A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. Please email your questions in advance or during the event to northeast@uspto.gov. \nFor more information\, please email northeast@uspto.gov. \nAccessibility Accommodation\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-successful-inventing-7/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/uspto_seal_full_color.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T100000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250626T000853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T000853Z UID:10000798-1752570000-1752573600@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator - Navigating NAVSEA SBIR/STTR Opportunities for Small Businesses DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nAPEX Accelerator[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Navigating NAVSEA SBIR/STTR Opportunities for Small Businesses[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: 7/15/2025\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (CDT)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Tonya Lamont \nProgram Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Government Contracting\, SBIR/STTR/Other Innovation Programs\, Selling to Government \nDescription:\nAre you an entrepreneur\, startup leader\, or small business owner interested in securing NAVSEA funding and collaborating with the Department of Defense on cutting-edge solutions? Then join us for an insightful webinar designed to help small businesses unlock the potential of the NAVSEA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. These initiatives offer critical funding and partnership opportunities for companies looking to develop innovative solutions for the U.S. Navy. \nDuring this session\, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of: \n\nThe SBIR/STTR process and how to successfully apply\nKey NAVSEA technology focus areas and funding priorities\nStrategies for building strong proposals and engaging with NAVSEA stakeholders\n\nWhether you’re new to SBIR/STTR or looking to refine your approach\, this webinar provides the insights and guidance needed to maximize your chances of success. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with experts and take your business to the next level in defense innovation![/vc_column_text]\n Register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/apex-accelerator-navsea-sbir-sttr/ CATEGORIES:MN APEX Accelerator ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/APEX_Admin-Logo-Template_APEX.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T143000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250626T230838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T230838Z UID:10000815-1752584400-1752589800@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:USPTO - Trademark Basics Bootcamp 3 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]USPTO[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Trademark Basics Boot Camp\, Module 3: Searching[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]July 15\, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT | Virtual \nAre you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration? If so\, this event is a must-attend. \nIn this third module of the USPTO eight-part virtual Trademark Basics Boot Camp\, they’ll focus on important principles related to federal trademark clearance searching and effective use of the USPTO’s trademark database. The event is free\, but space is limited\, so register early. \nThis module will cover the following topics: \n\nTrademark basics\nLikelihood of confusion\nFederal trademark searching\nFinding help\n\nThis module will be presented live via Webex from 2-3:30 p.m. ET Tuesday\, July 15\, 2025\, and will conclude with a question-and-answer session. Please register by July 14. \nBe sure to check out other boot camp modules running consecutively every week for the eight-week duration. You can attend the whole series or just the specific modules that best meet your needs. Separate registration is required for each module. After each event\, attendees will be emailed links to a video recording of the module and a PDF of the presentation materials. You will only receive access to the recording if you are signed up for that module. \nFor questions about the event or the boot camp series\, please contact TMWebinar@uspto.gov. \nAccessibility Accommodation\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-trademark-basics-bootcamp-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/uspto_seal_full_color.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T113000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/MNSBIR-Program-Logos_EDUCATION.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T120000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250620T044039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T140407Z UID:10000793-1752663600-1752667200@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:FLC Educational Webinar: Standards and Best Practices: Protection and Authorizing Controlled Unclassified Information DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nFLC Educational Webinars[vc_column_text] \nStandards and Best Practices: Protection and Authorizing Controlled Unclassified Information\nJuly 16\, 2025 | 11 AM – 12 PM | Virtual[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Federal Government rules regarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) can be complex and unintuitive. This FLC Educational Webinar will discuss the information\, guidance\, and policies regarding CUI\, focusing on examples for those tasked with protecting and authorizing CUI. Examples will include markings on unclassified documents\, including Department of Defense documents. \nInstructors\nChristina Degnore\, U.S. Army\, As a member of the newly formed U.S. Army Intellectual Property Cell of Experts\, Christina works on a wide variety of intellectual property matters.  Prior to joining the U.S. Army Intellectual Property Cell of Experts\, Christina was the intellectual property law division chief at the Detroit Arsenal/TACOM.  At the U.S. Army Detroit Arsenal/TACOM\, Christina worked extensively on a wide variety of complex Government solicitations\, source selections\, contracts (such as production\, prototypes\, research\, and development contracts)\, Other Transactions\, and Cooperative Research & Development Agreements.  Also\, Christina advised clients regarding invention issues\, patent infringement litigation\, data rights\, software licensing\, trade secret misappropriation\, etc.  This work entailed interpretation and implementation of Federal statutes and regulations\, U.S. Department of Defense and Army policies\, etc.  Christina’s export control work focused on compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and the Export Administration Regulations.  Christina obtained export licensing exemptions\, and utilized exclusions\, for the export and handling of data and hardware.  Prior to the Army\, she was at Saturn and General Motors for 20 years\, working on engineering\, intellectual property\, and export control matters.  Christina holds an B.S. and M.S. in mechanical engineering\, a J.D.\, and is a U.S. patent attorney.[/vc_column_text]\n Register Here\n [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/flc-educational-webinar-standards-and-best-practices-protection-and-authorizing-controlled-unclassified-information/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/FLC.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250417T164054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T204935Z UID:10000810-1752757200-1752760800@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:USPTO Series - Path to a Patent DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nUSPTO[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Path to a Patent[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Aug 8\, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM| Virtual\nThe Path to a Patent\, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application\nUSPTO experts discuss the formalities and requirements of drafting a patent application\, as well as how to avoid common mistakes.[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text]June 26\, 2025 – Virtual\nThe Path to a Patent\, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications\nLearn key differences between provisional and nonprovisional patent applications in part two of this eight-part series. \nJuly 17\, 2025 – Virtual\nThe Path to a Patent\, Part III: Patent searching\nHear about preliminary searching in part three of this eight-part recurring series. \nAug 7\, 2025 – Virtual\nThe Path to a Patent\, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application\nUSPTO experts discuss the formalities and requirements of drafting a patent application\, as well as how to avoid common mistakes. \nMay 22\, 2025 – Virtual\nThe Path to a Patent\, Part V: Understanding the role of claims in a patent application\nUSPTO experts discuss parts of the claim in a patent application\, show examples of claim illustrations from issued U.S. patents\, and help participants develop a better appreciation of how a patent examiner views a claim. \nJun 5\, 2025 – Virtual\nThe Path to a Patent\, Part VI: Pursuing patent protection abroad\nUSPTO International Patent Legal Administration experts will discuss considerations and options for filing foreign patent applications and overview of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). Approved for MCLE credit in CA. \nView all USPTO Events and Register: https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-series-pathtopatent/2025-07-17/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/uspto_seal_full_color.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T090000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250620T165815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T165815Z UID:10000796-1753084800-1753088400@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:Leadership Skills for MedTech Founders and CEOs DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\nLeadership Skills for MedTech Founders and CEOs\n[vc_column_text]July 21\, 2025 | 8 – 9 AM | Virtual \nLeading a MedTech company demands more than innovation and execution – it requires mental agility\, emotional resilience\, and the ability to stay grounded through uncertainty. In this 1-hour interactive workshop with Nirav Sheth\, Leadership Coach\, MedTech founders and CEOs will explore practical strategies to strengthen focus\, improve decision-making\, and lead with greater confidence. You’ll learn how to recognize and move beyond common negative thought patterns that limit effectiveness\, and develop a positive mindset that unleashes strategic thinking\, creativity\, and high performance—even under pressure. Walk away with tools you can immediately apply to lead with purpose and resilience in a rapidly evolving industry.[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/leadership-skills-for-medtech-founders-and-ceos/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T200000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250711T191603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T191603Z UID:10000824-1753119000-1753128000@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:UMN MILI DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nMILI Monday Networking[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]July 21 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | The Market at Malcolm Yards[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”]Join the Medical Industry Leadership Institute (MILI) community\, including industry experts\, UMN graduate students\, entrepreneurs\, and alumni for networking and resources. Look for the MILI Affiliate sign when you arrive! \nDate: Third Monday of every month\nTime: 5:30-8:00pm\nLocation: The Market at Malcolm Yards\, 501 30th Avenue S\, Minneapolis\nRegistration: Not required[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/umn-mili/ LOCATION:The Market at Malcolm Yards\, 501 30th Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, MN CATEGORIES:University of Minnesota ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/university-of-minnesota-logo-umn-png_600x600-e1765552489241.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T100000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250301T052031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T014637Z UID:10000725-1753174800-1753178400@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator - Getting Registered in SAM.gov and Searching Opportunities DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nAPEX Accelerator[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Getting Registered in SAM.gov and Searching Opportunities[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: 7/22/2025\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (CDT)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Tonya Lamont \nProgram Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: SAM Registration \nDescription:\nBeing registered in SAM.gov is required to bid on federal government contracts and to receive grants. Join us to find out how and why to get registered\, or if your current registration is correct. We’ll also cover how to bolster your registration to get better visibility and tools for searching the site to find current opportunities for your business.[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/apex-accelerator-getting-registered-in-sam-gov/ CATEGORIES:MN APEX Accelerator ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/APEX_Admin-Logo-Template_APEX.png ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator":MAILTO:apexaccelerator.adm@state.mn.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250626T013258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T013258Z UID:10000801-1753189200-1753192800@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator - Deep Dive into Entity-Owned / 8(a) and HUBZone Applications DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nAPEX Accelerator[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Deep Dive into Entity-Owned / 8(a) and HUBZone Applications[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: 7/22/2025\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (CDT)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Natt Lee \nProgram Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Certification \nDescription:\nThis webinar will educate entity-owned firms\, owned by Indian tribes\, Alaska Native Corporations\, Native Hawaiian Organizations or Community Development Corporations. \nPresenters will discuss the qualifications and application walk-thru for entity-owned 8(a) and HUBZone firms.[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/apex-accelerator-hubzone-deep-dive/ CATEGORIES:MN APEX Accelerator ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/APEX_Admin-Logo-Template_APEX.png ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator":MAILTO:apexaccelerator.adm@state.mn.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250425T231249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T235616Z UID:10000819-1753362000-1753365600@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:Office Hours: Intro to America's Seed Fund at NSF DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nOffice Hours: Intro to America’s Seed Fund at NSF[vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”]2025 Dates: July 24 | August 21 | September 18 | October 16 | November 13\nTime: 1:00 PM CT \nNSF regularly hosts virtual Question and Answer sessions for startups and small businesses to learn about the program and the proposal submission process. \nIf the virtual sessions don’t work for your schedule\, consider watching the YouTube recordings: \nIntroduction to America’s Seed Fund powered by NSF\nPreparing your NSF SBIR/STTR Phase I Proposal\nIntro to NSF SBIR/STTR Fast-Track Pilot[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/office-hours-nsf-2025/2025-07-24/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/nsf-logo-lockup-vert-rgb-1200ppi_original.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250728T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250728T133000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074209 CREATED:20250718T181745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T181745Z UID:10000828-1753704000-1753709400@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:Cyber Solutions - Cybersecurity Hacks for Program Managers DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]Cyber Solutions –\nCybersecurity Hacks for Program Managers[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nJuly 28\, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | Virtual\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”]DAU Cyber Solutions presents: Program Managers have the yeoman’s work when it comes to contract cybersecurity. Let’s take a deep look at the best practices to ensure cybersecurity for contracts. It all starts with the data! Let’s outline and streamline cybersecurity for PMs in the DoD. \nWho Should Attend: Ideal for any professional with responsibilities for cybersecurity. \nContact Information: For Registration of technical questions\, please contact us at events@dau.edu \nDoD Cyber Solutions: This is a series of webinars to bring the Acquisition Workforce up-to-speed on all the cybersecurity requirements in federal contracts and how to evaluate those contractual requirements. In the DoD alone\, there are some 120K small business contractors and 70% of those contractors have less than 30 employees. This webinar series will share information with contracting communities\, project managers\, and contractors on the resources available to create robust cybersecurity.[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/dau-cyber-security-hacks/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Navy-SBIRSTTR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T130000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074210 CREATED:20250718T180608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T180608Z UID:10000826-1753878600-1753880400@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:Navy SBIR/STTR Office Hours DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]Navy SBIR/STTR Office Hours[vc_column_text] \nJuly 30\, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CT | Virtual\nJune 25 Webinar Recording and Slides from Office Hours can be found at https://navysbir.com/training-oh/[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”]​Are you a small business or innovator looking to collaborate with the Navy through the SBIR/STTR program? Join us for Navy SBIR Office Hours\, a one-hour virtual session dedicated to guiding you through the program and allowing you the space to ask questions. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your proposal\, this interactive forum is designed to help you put your best foot forward. \n​What to Expect: \n\nSBIR/STTR 101: An introduction to the Navy SBIR/STTR Program\, perfect for newcomers and those seeking a refresher.\nAsk Us Anything (Non-Technical Q&A): After a brief 20-minute overview\, we’ll open the floor for 40 minutes of Q&A. Bring your questions about timelines\, requirements\, best practices\, and more.\n\n​Why Attend? \n\n​Direct Access to the Navy SBIR Program Office: Meet the team who supports small businesses in navigating the SBIR process.\nSave Time & Effort: Get immediate answers to your pressing questions instead of sifting through documents on your own.\nInvaluable Insights: Learn tips for success and pitfalls to avoid in your submissions.\nCollaborative Atmosphere: Network with like-minded innovators and entrepreneurs—all virtually.\n\n​Come ready to learn\, ask questions\, and make valuable connections. We can’t wait to meet you and help you succeed in the Navy SBIR program! \n​This event is hosted by the DoN SBIR/STTR Program. Connect is supporting event logistics.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/navy-sbir-sttr-office-hours/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Navy-SBIRSTTR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T120000 DTSTAMP:20260505T074210 CREATED:20250725T154300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T154300Z UID:10000830-1753956000-1753963200@minnesotasbir.org SUMMARY:Innova-X Session 3 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\nInnova-X Session 3\n[vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”]July 31 | 10 AM – 12 PM CT | Virtual \nEmpowering Small Business Innovation: Navigating Security Requirements for Success\nThis is an interactive virtual event designed to equip small businesses with the knowledge and tools needed to successfully innovate while meeting critical security requirements. As we continue to rely on small business ingenuity to drive technological advantage\, understanding and implementing security measure is essential to protecting national security interests. This session will feature: \n\nExpert briefings on DoD security standards and best practices\nGuidance on aligning innovative solutions with security and compliance expectations\nResources and support programs available to help small businesses strengthen their security posture\n\nWhether you are new to working with DoD or looking to advance your current partnerships\, this event will provide actionable information to help your small business thrive while protecting vital assets and technology development. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your understanding and expand your network to ensure your innovations meet the DoD mission.[/vc_column_text]\n Register\n register\n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/innova-x-session-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://minnesotasbir.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MDA-DOD.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDA SBIR/STTR Program":MAILTO:sbirsttr@mda.mil END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR