By Tim Ryan

Attention all Virginia innovators! The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) invites you to a unique opportunity to sharpen your NASA SBIR/STTR proposal skills at a hands-on workshop on January 16, 2025, at the NSU Innovation Center in Norfolk, VA. Tailored for small tech firms and entrepreneurs, this session will provide invaluable insights into crafting compliant and compelling proposals that stand out to NASA evaluators.

The NASA SBIR/STTR Proposal Planning Workshop will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Designed to accommodate travel schedules, the session is packed with practical advice and actionable steps to ensure your proposal aligns with NASA’s mission goals. The workshop will focus on strategies to connect your technology with future missions, demonstrate risk reduction, and create a clear commercialization pathway.

Participants will benefit from guidance provided by Eileen S. Nelson, a representative from NASA’s SBIR/STTR Program at Langley Research Center’s Strategic Partnerships Office. Nelson will deliver a short overview, offer tips for engaging with NASA, and be available during lunch for one-on-one discussions.

Highlights of the workshop include:

•Step-by-step instructions to meet solicitation requirements.

•Guidance on building a strong proposal team.

•Insights into the current NASA SBIR solicitation.

•Networking opportunities with industry peers and NASA representatives.

Event Details:

•Location: NSU Innovation Center, 520 E. Main Street, Norfolk, VA

•Time:

•10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Check-in & Coffee

•10:30 AM – 2:00 PM: NASA SBIR/STTR Training (Lunch included)

•Cost:

•$30 for Virginia-based small tech firms

•$50 for all other attendees

The event is presented by TechOpp Consulting and partially funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Coffee, bagels, and lunch will be provided to keep you fueled for a productive day of learning.

This is your chance to gain a competitive edge and bring your innovative technology one step closer to NASA’s future missions. Space is limited, so don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Register now and take the first step toward launching your NASA partnership.