Day 1: 

Funding, Commercialization & Innovation

Gain practical insights into every stage of the innovation journey. Learn about the latest SBIR/STTR program developments, federal funding opportunities, and California's innovation support ecosystem. Discover how to build impactful research and industry partnerships, strengthen your commercialization strategy, compete more effectively for funding, and position your technology for successful transition into federal and commercial markets.

• 8:30AM – 9:00AM: Registration & Breakfast Networking

  Check in, enjoy breakfast, connect with fellow attendees, and kick off the conference with opening remarks before the day's programming begins.

Day 2: 

From Innovation to Procurement

Explore how innovative technologies move from funded research to federal adoption. Connect with government buyers, prime contractors, and industry partners, gain insights into Department of Defense opportunities, hear entrepreneur success stories, and participate in matchmaking sessions designed to help you build relationships that lead to federal contracting success.

• 9:00AM – 10:00AM

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