SSTI Webinars are a great way to stay up to date on the major issues and initiatives impacting technology-based economic development. The live interactive webinars provide a convenient and cost-effective platform to learn about new approaches and tools that can help you in your work. This informative and educational webinar series is hosted by SSTI staff, thought leaders, and colleagues from around the country with relevant experience and knowledge.
What to Expect
In-depth examinations of current state and regional approaches to financing startup companies, crowdfunding, and commercializing university research, among others.
Strategies for successful economic transformation through intelligent, strategic investments in tech-based economic development.
Stimulating dialogue and thought-provoking exchange among your peers from across the country.
Upcoming Webinars
SSTI TBED COP Innovation Finance: Local, integrated, industry-focused investing
June 30, 2:00 p.m. EDT
Free
Join us for a conversation with Kris Khalil, president and CEO of New Orleans BioInnovation Center, who will discuss their industry-focused strategy that integrates business support, facilities and equipment, and financial investment. This meeting will cover topics ranging from developing industries, working at the local level, integrating economic development strategies, and balancing the dual perspectives of economic developer and financial investor.
TBED CoP Lab-to-Market: Rebuilding incubators
July 14, 2:00 P.M. EDT
Free
Anthony Durante, Director of New Ventures at the University of Maine and former board member of the International Business Innovation Association, will share his experiences running business incubators for over 15 years. He’ll tell us about rebuilding flailing incubator programs and running self-sustaining programs, among other topics. Following Q&A, we’ll have a roundtable discussion.