INNOVATION SUMMIT
The Department of Defense (DoD) SBIR/STTR Innovation Summit will bring together small businesses, Federal program manager, Defense representatives, experts, and local organizations who have a vested interest in driving innovation through the SBIR and STTR programs.
The slides to be used during the Summit will be available for download soon.
Attend
The Innovation Summit’s line-up features powerful speakers, informative panels, access to private one-on-one time with the decision-makers, updates on the upcoming DoD SBIR/STTR topics, and more.
Wednesday December 12th, 2018. 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Stay Informed
The NM FAST program publishes a monthly SBIR/STTR newsletter which highlights SBIR/STTR events, webinars, and conferences; provides agency updates; promotes additional funding opportunities of interest to SBIR/STTR applicants; and more.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Wednesday December 12th, 2018
8:00AM TO 6:00PM
8:00 A.M.
8:30 A.M.
8:45 A.M.
9:30 A.M.
10:45 A.M.
11:00 A.M.
12:15 P.M.
1:00 P.M.
2:15 P.M.
5:15 P.M.
5:30 P.M.
6:00 P.M.
Registration
Welcome
Keynote
Panel: Working With Primes
Break
Panel: Follow-on Funding
Lunch
Panel: SBIR/STTR Tips and Tricks
DoD Topics
Why Innovation Matters
Closing Remarks
After-Hours Reception
After-Hours Reception
Join us for light refreshments and networking
Stay tuned for more information
One-on-one sessions will be available throughout the day
The topics for BAA release 19.1 (SBIR) and 19.A (STTR) will be found below when released:
Speakers
Stay tuned for more information
Rapid Fire Pitches
Stay tuned for more information
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Event Logistics
Where is the closest airport?
The Albuquerque International Sunport is only ten minutes away from the Convention Center.
When and where will the SBIR/STTR Innovation Summit be held?
The summit will take place Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at the Albuquerque Convention Center. 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
I’m coming from out-of-town. What hotels are close to the Convention Center?
Hotels within walking distance of the Albuquerque Convention Center:
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque
- 201 Marquette Avenue NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
- 505-247-3344
- Hyatt Regency Albuquerque
- 330 Tijeras NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
- 505-842-1234
- Hotel Andaluz
- 125 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
- 505-388-008
Hotels located near the Albuquerque International Sunport (airport), within 10-minute drive of the Albuquerque Convention Center
- Sheraton Albuquerque Airport Hotel
- 2910 Yale Boulevard SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
- 505-843-7000
- Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Airport
- 2601 Yale Boulevard SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
- 505-765-1000
- Best Western Inn & Suites
- 2400 Yale Boulevard SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
- 505-242-7022
- Ramada Albuquerque Airport
- 2300 Yale Boulevard SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
- 505-243-2244
Where can I park?
The Albuquerque Convention Center is connected to 1,500 convenient parking spaces. Primary parking is available at the Convention Center garage (Martin Luther King Blvd & Broadway), with overflow parking available at the Civic Plaza garage (Marquette & 3rd St.). Event parking in these garages is $6.00 per vehicle, without in/out privileges.
Additionally, there are numerous other public parking garages and parking lots available throughout downtown close to the Center. Parking fees vary. Please refer to the posted parking fees at each garage or lot.
Registration
When does registration open?
Registration is open now.
Where do I register?
Please visit Eventbrite to register.
Is there a fee to attend the SBIR/STTR Innovation Summit?
Yes, there is a $35 registration fee. The fee includes refreshments and lunch.
How do I register for one-on-one sessions?
We will send out sign-up information to all registered attendees prior to the event.
Can I register at the door?
No, all registrations must be made in advance.
If I cannot make it, is my registration transferable?
Yes, as long as we are notified 48 hours in advance.
Why You Should Attend
Who should attend?
Anyone interested in pursuing or applying for SBIR/STTR funding.
The event highlights the DoD. Will the event be pertinent if I’m interested in applying to a different agency?
Yes! The event will highlight panels that will provide information pertinent to any SBIR/STTR funding agency.
Contact Information
I am with the media and would like to do a story. Who should I contact
Thanks in advance! Please contact Dana Catron at dderego@ad.nmsu.edu
Who can I contact if I have a question?
Contact Dana Catron, Program Manager for NM FAST. She can be reached at 505-469-8411 or dderego@ad.nmsu.edu.
Sponsors
Summit
Contact Us
This event is an initiative of the NM FAST Partnership Program, which is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
NMSU is an equal opportunity institution. For disability accommodation, please contact Arrowhead Center, (575) 646-6120, arrowheadcenter@nmsu.edu