During SBIR Week in the South in November, Arkansas entrepreneurs can connect with decision makers from the country’s largest source of early-stage research and development funding – without leaving home.ASBDTC also provides a series of preparatory events during Techtober!

The event is an online opportunity to get more acquainted with “America’s Seed Fund,” the SBIR and STTR programs that provide over $3.7 billion in funding to small businesses each year in a variety of technology areas.

On Monday, Nov. 2, participating federal agencies will lead live, virtual panels and sessions for the South region. Friday, Nov. 6, is designated for virtual one-on-one meetings between innovative Arkansans and the program managers.

Small technology firms, scientists, and researchers are encouraged to take part.

One-on-one meetings are a coveted opportunity to directly engage the agency SBIR/STTR program managers who seed a wide spectrum of innovative ideas and administer over 5,500 new awards annually. To register, click here.