2021 HHS Small Business Program Conference

Computer monitor icon VIRTUAL CONFERENCE

Calendar icon APRIL 26 - 30

Did you know… The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is one of the largest sources of early-stage capital for life sciences in the U.S.? There is more than $1.2 billion of seed funding for small businesses that are developing innovative products and services that could potentially save lives.

Are you…

New to the NIH small business grant programs?
- Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)
- Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR)
A diverse life science entrepreneur or biomedical researcher looking for seed funding?
A stakeholder in a minority-owned or woman-owned small business?

Make plans today to learn how to apply for seed funding to support your early-stage biomedical research and grow your small business at this FREE virtual conference on April 26-30.

What to Expect

Application Process

Gain tips on developing a successful, competitive application.

SBIR/STTR Basics

Explore small business program basics that will help you succeed.

Meetings with Experts

Schedule a 15-minute meeting with small business program staff.

Resources

Discover the resources to help your business thrive.

Conference Schedule

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1:30 - 1:45 PM EDT

NIH Welcomes Diverse Perspectives
2:00 - 2:45 PM EDT

Diversity and Bias: Perceptions and Reality
3:00 - 3:45 PM EDT

America’s Seed Fund is Open for Business
4:00 - 4:45 PM EDT

Secrets to a Successful Submission

9:00 - 12:00 PM EDT

Conversations with Experts: 15-minute meetings by appointment
1:00 - 1:45 PM EDT

Strengthening Your Small Business with Academic Partnerships
2:00 - 2:45 PM EDT

Demyth-defying Review: Submission to Score
3:00 - 3:45 PM EDT

Compete Like a Pro: Path to a Fundable Phase I

OR

Go for the Gold: Path to a Fundable Fast-Track or Direct to Phase II
4:00 - 4:45 PM EDT

Persistence is Key: Resources for Resubmission

9:00 - 12:00 PM EDT

Conversations with Experts: 15-minute meetings by appointment
1:00 - 1:45 PM EDT

Entrepreneurs in Action: Stories of Success
2:00 - 2:45 PM EDT

Communication is Key: Managing Your Award
3:00 - 3:45 PM EDT

Beyond Research: Building a Business
4:00 - 4:45 PM EDT

Partnering for Success