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
Federal Funding for TBED in the FY 2026 Budget
March 5, 2026, 1:00 p.m. EST
Free
The federal funding picture for FY 2026 is coming into focus. Join SSTI for a walkthrough of what the FY 2026 appropriations mean for technology-based economic development. We'll discuss key developments and what practitioners should watch as the budget process moves forward.
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Lab-to-Market: Navigating the DC Innovation Landscape
Tuesday, March 10, 2:00 p.m. EST
Free
Christon Hill of Georgetown Tech Ventures will tell us about the work and the unique innovation ecosystem in Washington, DC. Following Q&A, we'll have an open discussion about issues facing the technology commercialization community.
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Innovation Finance: How GRA Ventures grew to be one of Georgia’s largest VCs
March 12, 2:00 p.m. EST
Free
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Connor Seabrook of the Georgia Research Alliance and the GRA Venture Fund. Connor will discuss the successes and lessons learned from GRA's long history of leading company formation and early-stage investment in Georgia. This is a great session to hear about working with universities, public-private venture funds, debt programs, and statewide entrepreneurship support efforts.
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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Potential: A conversation with Professor Albert N. Link and Professor Donald S. Siegel, recipients of the 2026 Global Award for Entrepreneurship Research
April 8, 2:00 p.m. EST
Free
During this session, we’ll examine the foundational contributions of Albert Link and Donald Siegel to technology transfer and innovative entrepreneurship, specifically their work unlocking the entrepreneurial potential of universities and public institutions.
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