Events
October 23: MTIP Office Hours at MSU Launchpad
From Idea to Impact - Funding your Innovation
The Montana Innovation Partnership is a statewide program focused on empowering Montana startups to secure non-dilutive funding for their innovations and we are based right here at Montana State University. Join us as we hold MTIP Office Hours at the MSU Launchpad on October 23 to discuss potential non-dilutive funding paths for your technology startup.
The MSU Launchpad is a resource for MSU students, faculty, staff, and alumni who are interested in entrepreneurship and innovation.
What: SBIR 101 and small group discussion about funding innovative technologies
Where: MSU Blackstone Launchpad, 251 A&B Strand Union Building
Date/Time: October 23, 2025 noon - 1PM
Who: MSU students, faculty, staff, or alumni interested in learning more about federal applied research funding programs for small technology businesses.
Agenda:
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SBIR overview and who & what is right for this type of funding
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Open discussion about successful strategies to create strong proposals, identify market, and building your team
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Meet 1-1 to confidentially discuss your plans with MTIP program director, Ann Peterson.
Space is limited. Light refreshments will be provided.
November 12: MTIP Office Hours at UM Launchpad
From Idea to Impact - Funding your Innovation
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We are headed to UM to join them to celebrate the research and innovations coming out of this tier 1 university. The UM Launchpad is a resource for UM students, faculty, staff, and alumni who are interested in entrepreneurship and innovation.
What: SBIR 101 and small group discussion about funding innovative technologies
Where: UM Launchpad, James Todd Building
Date/Time: November 12, 2025 noon - 2PM
Who: UM students, faculty, staff, or alumni interested in learning more about federal applied research funding programs for small technology businesses.
Agenda:
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SBIR overview and who & what is right for this type of funding
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Open discussion about successful strategies to create strong proposals, identify market, and building your team
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Meet 1-1 to confidentially discuss your plans with MTIP program director, Ann Peterson.
Space is limited. Light refreshments will be provided.