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April 19, 2022
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April 12, 2022
Crafting a Team for DOD Success
An innovative solution is more than technology. It highlights a distinct benefit to the user. As you consider the April 2022 Dept. of Defense SBIR/STTR release, do some homework to learn about the users need with a focus on mission specific applications.
April 8, 2022
2022 Governor’s Business Plan Contest: Ideas from 17 of the 26 finalists
Twenty-six entries representing sectors such as health care, cleantech, education, software and innovations in products or services are competing in the finalist round of the 19th annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest. Learn a little more about the ones familiar to us!
April 4, 2022
SBIR Advance Letters of Intent Due 4/11
As we start another round of SBIR Advance, I would like to remind you to watch the videos I have specifically for this program.
March 30, 2022
The Approach: Spotlight on Bascom Ventures
In this installment of The Approach, the spotlight is on Greg Baker, Managing Director of Bascom Ventures. Read more….
March 28, 2022
COnovate secures financing to accelerate and scale
Congratulations to COnovate — a CTC client, SBIR Advance awardee and 2020 Wisconsin Innovation Award winner — upon securing key SAFE financing from a remarkable partnership led by Tundra Angels, Wisconsin Venture Partners and Jennifer Abele.
March 15, 2022
Investor Lingo
Pre- vs post-money? Capped vs uncapped? Convertible notes? Discounts? Is investor lingo driving you mad? Check out these Brian’s Board episodes to help you decode the language and better communicate with potential investors.
March 10, 2022
Back to the Basics
Its been a while since we looked at some of the basics or preparing an SBIR or STTR.
February 23, 2022
Towards an Air Force SBIR Open Topics Challenge
On February 16, the CTC hosted a quick chat (view recording) with MSgt.
February 14, 2022
How will your company stack up against the investor diligence process?
Investors must evaluate opportunities before making a call and writing a check.