Maine entrepreneurs developing technology-based businesses are invited to attend upcoming Maine Technology Institute (MTI) workshops for information on funding business planning, market research, intellectual property filing, prototype development or later-stage R&D activities for their technology-based business ventures. At each workshop, MTI program specialists will lead participants through the application writing process to learn what is required to successfully assemble competitive Seed Grant, SBIR Grant and Development Award applications. Each award requires a 1:1 dollar match consisting of actual cash, salaries, staff time or equipment and in-kind contributions directly attributable to the proposed project.
Come learn tips that will allow you to make your application clear, focused, complete and compelling. There is no charge.
WORKSHOPS INCLUDE INFORMATION ON SEED GRANTS, DEVELOPMENT AWARDS AND SBIR GRANT APPLICATIONS
To register for workshops or webinars, please contact Linda Adams, Program Assistant at [email protected] or 207-582-4790 x206. Reservations are strongly encouraged to help MTI assure adequate space and seating. Walk-ins are welcome, space permitting
Date: Thursday, September 8
Time: 1-4pm
Location: Target Technology Center, 20 Godfrey Drive, Orono
Date: Tuesday, September 13
Time: 2-5pm
Location: Androscoggin Valley Council of Governments, 125 Manley Road, Auburn
Date: Thursday, September 15
Time: 9am-noon
Location: Abromson Center, USM, Portland
WEBINARS:
SEED GRANT:
Date: Tuesday, September 13
Time: 9-10:30am
DEVELOPMENT AWARD
Date: Thursday, September 15
Time: 2:30-3:30pm
SBIR/STTR (Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer)
Date: Tuesday, September 27
Time: 10-11am
The Maine Technology Institute (MTI) is a state-funded nonprofit corporation that offers early-stage capital and commercialization assistance for the research and development of innovative technology-based projects that create new products, processes and services, generating high-quality jobs across Maine.
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