WHAT: From Application to Award – Winning SBIR/STTR Grants for your PA-based Business
WHEN: Monday, September 21, 2026 From 10:00am-11:30am
Zac Piotti (610) 499-4109
Online Meeting (Live)
Business Financing, Managing a Business, SBIR/STTR/Other Innovation Programs
Is your small business developing new products, services, or processes? SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) and STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) grants provide up to $2.7M in federal funding, without giving up equity. This 90-minute workshop will cover eligibility, the application process, IPart resources, and includes Q&A with a successful grantee.
What You’ll Learn:
- What SBIR & STTR grants cover and who qualifies
- The Phase I → Phase II funding pathway and realistic timelines
- Key differences between SBIR and STTR programs
- How to navigate agency-specific requirements and competitive scoring
Special Focus: IPart Resources
We’ll introduce IPart, Pennsylvania’s dedicated grant preparation resource, and show how it can guide you through application planning, writing, and submission.
Live Q&A with a Successful Grantee
Hear directly from a PA small business owner who has successfully secured SBIR funding. Learn what worked, common pitfalls, and how to position your company for approval.