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City of NY Launches SBIR/STTR Application Assistance Program for Bio/Health Tech Ventures 
The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC ), in collaboration with BBCetc, will launch an enhanced SBIR/STTR application assistance program next month. The program will help New York City-based bio and health tech companies compete for federal R&D funding through the government's SBIR and STTR programs.
Each year, the program will offer 20 selected companies intensive SBIR training through a series of advanced workshops, 20 hrs. each of one-on-one grant-writing assistance and access to alternative funding opportunities. In addition, a series of introductory workshops will be held for prospective applicants and the general public.
The program is part of a portfolio of initiatives called "Eds & Meds NYC 2020," designed to support the City's entrepreneurial ecosystem in the life sciences and healthcare.
Lisa Kurek, BBCetc Managing Partner, will launch the program on Jan. 23 with a full-day Introductory Workshop open to the public at the City University of NY Graduate Center. Further information about the program will be included in a website to be launched in early 2013.
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SBIR/STTR National Conference Recap:
To Be Effective...Communicate!
 The 2012 National SBIR/STTR Conference that was held in Portland, OR, November 13-15 was replete with information about all aspects of the SBIR/STTR program, from SBIR basics for newbies to extended agency overviews and sector specific presentations. The topic that many attendees were most anxious to learn about was progress in the implementation of the various changes to SBIR/STTR as a result of the recent program reauthorization.
Changes resulting from reauthorization are being phased in, with some already in effect and others that will be implemented throughout 2013. Probably the most challenging aspect of reauthorization is that the 11 agencies have a lot of latitude in how, and in some cases if, they adopt many of the various provisions included in the legislation. What does that mean for SBIR/STTR applicants? It means that you MUST refer to upcoming agency-specific solicitations to see what changes will be applied and how! And it means communication with relevant agency personnel can be key to your success in understanding and responding to the various changes as they are released.
Interested in learning more about the details of reauthorization as they were presented at the conference? Would you like to get a heads up on some of the agency-specific changes in the works? Are you aware of the heightened attention to "Fraud, Waste and Abuse" in the SBIR program and why it is so important for every applicant? Do you understand just how important communication with agencies and the SBA can be to the future of SBIR/STTR and your successful participation? These specific questions were addressed in BBC's recent webinar where Lisa and Becky provided a "Recap of the 2012 National SBIR Conference". Good news for those of you who missed it - Jayne has a recording of the webinar that we are happy to provide to any of you that are interested. To request a copy please email Jayne at jayne@bbcetc.com.
Take home message?? To be effective with your SBIR/STTR proposals and to help make sure that the SBIR/STTR programs are effectively helping you meet your commercialization goals you need to communicate! Visit BBC's SBIR/STTR page regularly for updates on solicitation dates. Participate in our webinars and training events. And don't hesitate to contact us with questions, for advice, and for help with your SBIR/STTR projects and proposals.
Lisa Kurek, Managing Partner, BBCetc |
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upcoming...
deadlines
Dec 11
SBIR Ph I - Jan 30
Feb 5
DoCommerce (NIST) -
Feb 7
training
SBIR/STTR Proposal Prep-DoD Focus
SBIR Introduction/ Overview
Introductory SBIR/STTR Proposal Prep Training
SBIR/STTR Proposal Prep-NIH Focus
SBIR/STTR Grant Writing Workshop
Overview of Federal Funding through DoD
Dec 12 - SBIR/STTR Commercialization Plans for DoD
Jan 16 - Tips on Electronic Submission to DoE
Feb 27 - Essentials of Commercialization Planning
BBC 2013 Training Schedule
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Building a Better SBIR
The Small Business Administration has launched a new website giving stakeholders the opportunity to post suggestions and ideas on improvements for the SBIR program and vote for those you like. Click here to make your ideas known and vote on others! |
who we are
BBCetc provides commercialization services, including SBIR/STTR training and one-on-one proposal preparation assistance to technology entrepreneurs and early-stage technology companies. Through a combination of training sessions and one-on-one assistance, BBC helps clients progress toward the goal of commercialization of novel products and technologies. For more information, email or call us at 734-930-9741.
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