Past Events

SBIR WORKshop -April 22, 2008

The National Science Foundation SBIR/STTR program has broad R&D topic areas that closely match Mid-Michigan’s technical and business strengths. The NSF program also emphasizes commercially viable research. The Independent Testing Lab at Saginaw Valley State University is well positioned to collaborate with Mid-Michigan entrepreneurs seeking to procure SBIR/STTR grants to research, develop and commercialize breakthrough technology innovations. Click for more information

ACE Event

Now in its eighth year, ACE brings Michigan entrepreneurs together to meet and network with peers, support organizations, investors, service providers, and students. Come and join us for a celebration of entrepreneurship! Click for more information.

Angel Investment Network – Invitation Only
December, 2007 - MidMichigan Innovation Center, Core Conference Room

Michigan Pre-Seed Capital Fund – leveraging investments with promising companies!
Nov 15th – 11am to noon – MidMichigan Innovation Center, Core Conference Room

Skips Simms with Ann Arbor SPARK will provide information regarding the Michigan Pre-Seed Capital Fund. The $8 million program was created by Michigan’s eleven SmartZones through the 21st Century Jobs Fund.  Funding is available to qualified companies involved in emerging technologies.  Mr. Simms will provide an overview of the program, including an explanation of eligibility requirements and the application process.   

This meeting is open to the public but requires RSVP, as seating is limited.

SBIR / SSTR Training, provided by BBC
When:  November 2nd, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Location:  Central Michigan University Center for Applied Research & Technology (CART)

Mid-Michigan Angel Network Initiative
When: October
Where: TBD
What: The MidMichigan Innovation Center (MMIC), along with area sponsors, are bringing together more than 60 community and business leaders to participate in a one-day workshop on forming an Angel Investment Network in the mid-Michigan area. An Angel Investment Network is a group of individuals and companies who leverage their capital to support entrepreneurs and startup companies. By providing such financial support and business expertise, the Angel Network provides seed capital to worthwhile business endeavors with the goal of financial returns, and a significant contribution to enhancing the region’s entrepreneurial environment and growth in Michigan’s lackluster economy. The one-day seminar is an invitation-only event, to be held in Midland in October. Experts from the Kauffman Foundation and key members of Angel Investment Networks across the United States will share how to develop a successful organization, how it could function to guide solid investments, and how it positively impacts a region by supporting innovative entrepreneurs.

Special thanks to the event Sponsors:

For the full press release on the event, click here.