Events for July 27, 2026

SBIR 101: An Introduction to SBIR/STTR Programs

Course Overview

This course offers an overview of SBIR and STTR Programs, known as “America’s Seed Fund” for entrepreneurs pursuing commercialization funding. Learn more about who is eligible for funding, how different agencies approach the funding process, and how to prepare.

Crash Course: Corporate Transparency Act

Course Overview

Delaware SBDC’s Tom Thunstrom shares the need-to-know information about the Corporate Transparency Act. This crash course is a quick overview of the legislation, who is affected, and vital next steps for small business owners as of January 2024.

Strategies for NIH Applications

Course Overview

Please join the DSBDC and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) SBIR Program Directors, Jonathan Franca Koh and William Bozza, who will review fundamental information on NCI SBIR/STTR funding, as well as commercialization resources and application tips.

Attendees will learn about: SBIR/STTR eligibility requirements NIH SBIR/STTR process and new cancer-focused funding opportunities from NCI NCI SBIR/STTR initiatives such as the I-Corps at NIH Entrepreneurship Program, Applicant Assistant Program, etc. Practical strategies on how to successfully submit competitive research proposals.

State's Small Business Credit Initiative Info Session

Course Overview

The State of Delaware’s Division of Small Business (DSB) is administering the SSBCI, a federal program from the U.S. Department of Treasury, aimed at providing financing to help small businesses access funding.

Please join the Delaware SBDC as Troy Farmer introduces the State’s Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) program. Participants will learn how the SBDC will assist potential applicants/clients, and both Del-One and True Access Capital will review their role in the funding process.

Como Comenzar un Negocio

Course Overview

6 pasos para hacer realidad su idea de negocio. Este taller ofrece respuesta a las preguntas mas comunes para quienes quieren comenzar un negocio en Delaware; Aprenda acerca de los 6 pasos básicos necesarios para convertir su Idea de negocio en realidad.
Si usted quiere abrir un restaurante, un salón de estética, tiene un negocio de construcción, o, quizas ofrece servicios de preparación de impuestos, y quiere saber cual es el siguiente paso para comenzar a operar su negocio, este taller es para usted.
Este curso es ofrecido por Silvana Consulting Services y Delaware Small Business Development Center.

Risk Assessment & Business Continuity Planning

Course Overview

Steer clear of risks and ensure your business is resilient with Tempest Risk Management’s Andy Ziegler.

Presented by the Delaware Small Business Development Center and Tempest Risk Management