Leveraging TABA Funding for SBIR Companies with Ed Kase
Date: September 23, 2026, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM MDT
Summary:
You’ve cracked the technical problem. But turning your SBIR/STTR project into a real product and a real business? That’s the hard part. In this final workshop in our Commercialization for SBIR companies series "Leveraging TABA Funding for SBIR Companies", our partner Ed Kase with EKase Consulting will discuss:
- What is TABA funding within SBIR/STTR programs
- Overview of the new TABA terms within the SBIR Reauthorization
- Planning for commercialization and support with TABA throughout your SBIR journey.
- Core services covered by TABA
- When and how to request TABA
- Examples of successful companies that leveraged TABA
Who should attend: Small businesses pursuing or who have received SBIR/STTR, entrepreneurial support teams and other organizations supporting technology focused startups, and anyone interested in learning more about commercialization paths for SBIR funded companies.
Registration Cost: Free
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Kgf5NO8wQPmxUh8CdnlFhQ#/registration
Destination Creation Workshop: Shelby, MT
Date: October 6, 2026, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Summary:
THE ONLY CLASS IN THE WORLD WHERE YOU CAN LEARN HOW TO TURN YOUR BUSINESS OR COMMUNITY INTO A CONSUMER DESTINATION
Registration Cost: Free
Registration Link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/0453d91c-9356-49d1-b91a-7779839dcee4
Destination Creation Workshop: Great Falls, MT
Date: October 7, 2026, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Summary:
THE ONLY CLASS IN THE WORLD WHERE YOU CAN LEARN HOW TO TURN YOUR BUSINESS OR COMMUNITY INTO A CONSUMER DESTINATION
Registration Cost: Free
Registration Link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/83243470-6d59-4f3a-bd7d-873471b58d8c
People Problems Aren’t Policy Problems: Transform Workplace Culture
Date: October 8, 2026, 8:00 AM- NOON
Summary:
This seminar, 'People Problems Aren't Policy Problems: Using an Outward Mindset to Transform Workplace Culture,' is happening at Great Falls College MSU. Tanya Houston from Alluvion Health will be leading the session. This is a real chance to dig into how we can build a stronger, more connected workplace.
Registration Cost: $60 for Non SHRM Members
Registration Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/shrm-great-falls-seminar-2026-people-problems-arent-policy-problems-transform-workplace-culture
Understanding Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) in Federal Contracting
Date: October 14, 2026, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM MDT
Summary:
Join Montana APEX Accelerator for a high-level overview of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI). Gain a clear understanding of how it can impact your ability to compete for and maintain federal contracts. This session will demystify the concept, explain compliance requirements, and outline practical steps to identify and mitigate potential FOCI risks. Whether your business is currently contracting with the government or exploring new contract opportunities, this overview will help you strengthen your readiness and protect your eligibility in the federal marketplace.
Registration Cost: Free
Registration Link: https://mtapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/signup/41685
Boost Your Business - Using AI to build SOPs for
your business
Date: October 22, 2026, 8:30 AM-9:30 AM MDT
Summary:
Most small business owners end up doing everything themselves because nothing is written down. In this hands-on hour, you'll learn how to use AI to turn a quick explanation of how you do a task into a clear standard operating procedure your staff can actually follow. From there, we'll show you how to build on that SOP to create a basic training manual, so new hires can get up to speed without you walking them through every step. Bring one task you're tired of being the only person who can do.
Registration Cost: Free
Registration Link: https://mtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/6188
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