Webinars

SSTI Webinars are a great way to stay up to date on the major issues and initiatives impacting technology-based economic development. The live interactive webinars provide a convenient and cost-effective platform to learn about new approaches and tools that can help you in your work. This informative and educational webinar series is hosted by SSTI staff, thought leaders, and colleagues from around the country with relevant experience and knowledge.

What to Expect 

In-depth examinations of current state and regional approaches to financing startup companies, crowdfunding, and commercializing university research, among others. 

Strategies for successful economic transformation through intelligent, strategic investments in tech-based economic development. 

Stimulating dialogue and thought-provoking exchange among your peers from across the country.

Upcoming Webinars 
 

Entrepreneurship Development subcommunity meeting: Student engagement strategies 
December 16, 2:00 p.m. EST
Free

This meeting will explore how to involve students in supporting entrepreneurs and startups in your region. Mark Need of Indiana University Maurer School of Law will share about the IU x Trades District Innovation Associates Program, a new fellowship program that trains law and business students in venture capital and startup law while they provide legal services to local startups. Come ready to share your own examples or questions about engaging students in your entrepreneurial ecosystem work.

Register here.

TBED COP innovation finance: Venture debt
Dec 17, 3:00 p.m. EST
Free

Join us to learn more about debt/equity hybrid finance and opportunities to leverage sources of local capital for mission and organizational success. Juan Gomez from Madison Development Corporation will share the details of their pioneering venture debt program, which has provided funding to innovative startups for over 20 years.

Register here.