SSTI's 2024 Annual Conference: Full Schedule

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3:45pm MST

Cultivating capital-ready startups in regional ecosystems: a case study

Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:45pm - 5:00pm MST

Thriving startup ecosystems don't happen by accident. Join efactory and the Southern Missouri Innovation Network as they share strategies for supporting regional entrepreneurial communities. Learn how to prepare local startups for funding rounds and create an environment where innovation flourishes. Whether you're just starting to build your regional ecosystem or looking to take it to the next level, you'll come away with fresh ideas to enhance your community's entrepreneurial landscape.

* This session is supported by the TBED Community of Practice. See https://ssti.org/tbedcop for more information.

Speakers

Rachel Anderson

Executive Director, efactory

Rachel Anderson serves as the executive director of efactory, Missouri State University’s Center for Business and Economic Development. She joined the university in 2015 to revitalize an abandoned poultry processing plant in a blighted area into international award-winning and thriving... Read More →

Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:45pm - 5:00pm MST
Breakout A

Concurrent

3:45pm MST

Federal TBED Funding Forum

Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:45pm - 5:00pm MST

Breakout A

We may not be able to show you the money, but we'll put you in the room with some of the top federal programs that have it for our community -- and want to give it away. With a chance for direct engagement with the right people, you'll leave this session smarter for your next proposal writing effort.

* This session is supported by the TBED Community of Practice. See https://ssti.org/tbedcop for more information.

Speakers

Alison Evans

Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Development Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration

Alison Evans brings a wealth of experience to her role as an entrepreneurship ecosystem development specialist at the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), where she manages the Regional Innovation Cluster Initiative. Her journey in public service began as a presidential management... Read More →

Conrad Hollomon

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration

Conrad Hollomon is an entrepreneurship and innovation specialist at the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). He brings a diverse background in venture capital, technology, and public service to his role. Conrad's experience includes serving as Director of Government Programs... Read More →

Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:45pm - 5:00pm MST
Breakout A

Concurrent