Startech hosts one-day funding workshop

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Dec. 13 workshop costs $50; features national experts, innovation companies

Are you an entrepreneur, researcher or small business owner in need of research and development funding? UTSA’s Institute for Economic Development and Startech are hosting a one-day workshop, Winning SBIR/STTR Awards, on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 8:30 – 4:15 p.m. This one-day workshop will provide tools, techniques, and tips for accessing federal R&D funding. The featured speaker is Ray Friesenhahn of TechLink.

Topics covered include:

How SBIR/STTR can provide financing for your product development
Status of current program and eligibility issues
Proposal requirements and approaches
Success factors
How grant funding can lead to follow-on funding, investments, and procurement advantages

Network with industry experts, potential research partners, small business owners who have been successful at winning SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) and STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) awards, and local key resources.

The workshop will be held at the Omni San Antonio at the Colonnade. Cost is $50. Attendees may register by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or calling 210-458-2713. More info and a complete agenda is available here .