SBIR/STTR Fireside Chat & Panel Discussion

Event description

Join us for an insightful SBIR/STTR Fireside Chat & Panel Discussion, designed to help entrepreneurs understand SBIR/STTR funding and how to leverage it for startup success. Beyond SBIR/STTR, we’ll explore the broader funding journey for technology and innovation startups—from launch to exit.

This event will feature Scott Massey, CEO & Co-Founder of Anu™, a Southwest Indiana entrepreneur actively navigating this funding path. Through his story, attendees will gain real-world insights into available funding resources and tools.

Our panelists will share additional resources, paths, and strategies available for businesses aiming to achieve SBIR or STTR funding.

Panelists:

• Nicholas Kuhn, VP of Hardtech at Elevate Ventures
• Matt Burkett, Director of Innovation Pathways at the Applied Research Institute (ARI)
• Logan Jenkins, Executive Director of the Indiana Center for Emerging Technologies (ICET)
• Scott Massey, CEO & Co-Founder of Anu™

The panel discussion will be moderated by Andie Hines-Lagemann, Director of Engagement & EQ Practitioner at Elevate Ventures.

Who Should Attend?

Entrepreneurs, innovators, and anyone interested in SBIR/STTR funding—whether you’re actively pursuing it or just exploring the possibilities.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from experienced founders, investors, and funding professionals! Register now to secure your spot.

 

Parking

The Welborn Community Room is located on the 15th Floor of the Fifth Third Bank building at 20 NW Third St, Evansville. Free garage parking is available in the visitor parking spaces located on the 2nd floor of the garage located off of 2nd Street.
 

Sponsor

Fifth Third Bank is a sponsor of the Southwest Indiana SBDC and makes programming like this possible.

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