AeroInnovate SBIR Bootcamp
Presented by Strategic Alumni
January 14 to February 18, 2021
A virtual SBIR submission course designed by awardees to coach you through our winning process.
- ZERO upfront costs.
- Success fee ONLY upon contract award.
Space is limited and filling up fast. – ROLLING ADMISSIONS ENDS: JANUARY 13, 2021
AeroInnovate invites you to participate in our 21.1 SBIR Bootcamp presented by strategic alumni to learn the fundamentals of submitting a winning SBIR proposal. If you have any questions please email bootcamp@aeroinnovate.org or call 833-600-8482 x702. Bootcamp Kickoff: Thursday January 14, 2021
BOOTCAMP PROCESS OVERVIEW
1. LEARN
Watch, and re-watch, 6 Video Lectures that teach you how to write a proposal
2. EVALUATE
Participate in 6 Live Virtual Q&A Sessions with SBIR awardees
3. EDIT
Benefit from One-on-One Contract Review with the Bootcamp team
4. SUBMIT
Submit a Winning SBIR proposal!
MODULE BASED CURRICULUM EQUIPS YOU FOR A WIN
Our Bootcamp curriculum is flexible and responsive since each proposal opportunity presents a unique set of challenges.
The program consists of 6 Modules
Each module pairs an hour lecture with an hour of Q&A with the bootcamp leadership and is followed by individual contract review to ensure you submit with confidence.
1. SBIR Overview and Process
Understand the mechanics of working with DoD
2. Admin: CAGE CODE/SAM Registration/Invoicing
Equip yourself with the tools needed to do business with government
3. MOU Outreach and DoD Traction
Learn how to secure commitment from military partners
4. Funding Strategies and Industry Matching
Discover practical approaches to commercial fundraising
5. Commercialization and Dual Use Branding
Position your technology for rapid success by understanding what the military is seeking
6. Technical Writing and Outlines
Write with confidence following our proven outline and technical writing tips
MATERIALS PROVIDED TO LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE
SBIR Contract Outline
Guides you through the submission.
6 Recorded Video Lectures
Learn how to submit a winning proposal from the comfort of your home.
FAQ Answers
Learn from the mistakes of your predecessors.
Contract Red-Line
Personal edits and recommendations on your proposal.
TAUGHT BY A WINNING TEAM
Caleb Carr
Personally conceptualized and authored 4 winning SBIR proposals. Routinely invited by the USAF to teach airmen principals of entrepreneurship.
Renee Owen
Completed 4 business accelerators. Rang the NASDAQ Bell in conjunction with AFWERX leadership.
BOOTCAMP TIMELINE
Dec 8
Pre-release of Contracts for 21.1
Jan 13
Bootcamp Applications Close
Jan 14
Bootcamp Kickoff
Jan 14 to Jan 21
Modules and Q&A
Jan 27
Feb 14
Announcement Opens
Feb 15
Receive twice edited SBIR
Feb 17
Submit SBIR
LONG-TERM BENEFIT FROM TAPPING OUR NETWORK
Through the four business accelerators our team has attended, we have built an extensive network of professional development coaches who can teach you skills beyond those needed to submit for a SBIR.
Public Speaking & Investor Pitch Coach, Melissa Reaves, Founder of Story Fruition LLC, is available to guide you on your public speaking and presentation skills. She uses an effective blend of personal 1:1 coaching with private video rehearsal rooms to polish your presence and win your audience. Her clients have reaped tens of millions in funding applying her storytelling method.
Melissa Reaves
In addition to executive public speaking coaching, Melissa Reaves appears regularly on stages of The Moth, Founders Live, Ignite Seattle, NPR and guest lecturer at Seattle University Business School discussing the power of storytelling for entrepreneurs.