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Craft a compelling story that resonates with investors, customers, and stakeholders. The Storytelling Workshop by Fidelity Private Shares and Innovatemap is a hands-on session designed to help founders define their unique narrative, sharpen their differentiation, and strengthen their competitive positioning. Through interactive exercises and real-time feedback, you'll walk away with a refined story ready to deploy immediately.

For founders who are:
✅ Preparing for investor pitches
✅ Refining their value proposition
✅ Building a stronger marketing strategy
✅ Writing a grant or proposal

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your storytelling game.

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Small businesses in Oregon and Wisconsin can now receive up to $5,000 and $4,500, respectively, for SBIR/STTR proposal support.

Are you a a small business or start up in either state with an amazing idea and or technology?

Take the chance now to apply for this non-dilutive funding for help pursuing the SBIR/STTR program, HSMC is here to help you navigate and win these micro-grants and the larger SBIR grants to help get your innovation into the commercial market.

Email us now at [email protected], and check out more about these OR and WI opportunities at https://www.ebhoward.com/oregon-startups-can-access-5k-in-support-to-strengthen-sbir-sttr-proposals/ and https://www.ebhoward.com/wisconsin-startups-can-receive-4500-for-sbir-sttr-proposal-support/.

These 3 resources can help you launch and grow a small business in 2026. HSMC is here to aid too!

Please refer to the links below to learn more.

Lender Match:
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Make Onshoring Great Again portal:
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Get local assistance:
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You can contact us at [email protected].

Here are four things I wish I knew when I started grant writing.

Do you have something you wish you knew before starting grant writing?

Drop them in the comment section below.

We're excited to share that ABA Public Contract Law Section Small Business & Other Socioeconomic Programs Committee will host a timely discussion on The Future of the SBIR/STTR Programs, featuring panelists from key industry and academic stakeholder groups who will share insights and perspectives on major issues affecting SBIR/STTR reauthorization and the future of the programs. The event will take place at Haynes Boone's at 888 16th Street NW, Suite 300, Washington, D.C., with a virtual attendance option as well.

Register using the link below:
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=qhBZZsB73U-PV4zipcfFqFjzQAUK4EtIiQwdype-ElJUME05UzUzTE85MEJBT1czVjdYSTZISVIzSy4u&route=shorturl

Here are upcoming events in the State of Indiana for entrepreneurs, small businesses,
and startups, that you might be interested in.

Please see the event details here.

https://www.eventbrite.com/

Through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, America's Seed Fund awards non-dilutive funding to develop your technology and chart a path toward commercialization. The federal government invests in your solution and gives you the freedom to run your business according to your vision.

While the program has not been reauthorized yet, we expect this to happen early this year. Perfect timing if you are aiming for new goals.

If you're working with an innovative idea, this could be a powerful place to start in 2026.

Are you curious if your idea qualifies? Start with the basics. Visit www.sbir.gov to learn more.

Mark your calendars! 📅

Starting January 2026, we'll be sharing SBIR/STTR announcements to help you stay ahead of funding opportunities and critical deadlines.

Please note: Information is subject to updates, and we'll keep you informed as complete details become available.

Why does this matter? Timing is everything in federal funding. Being among the first to know about new solicitations, policy updates, and program changes gives you a competitive edge.

Follow along for:

✅ Upcoming solicitation announcements
✅ Deadline reminders
✅ Policy updates
✅ Program changes across agencies

Stay tuned. We're watching the landscape so you can focus on innovation. 🌱
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Happy New Year! 🎉
As we step into 2026, there's cautious optimism around SBIR/STTR reauthorization and what it means for America's innovators. While we're waiting for complete details, one thing is certain: the fundamentals of building great technology and navigating federal funding remain strong.

This year, we're committed to keeping you informed every step of the way. Want SBIR/STTR updates, insights, and news delivered monthly?

📧 Subscribe to our email list at hsmcgroup.biz

Let's make 2026 a year of breakthrough innovation and successful funding. We're here to support you through it all.

As we close out 2025, we're reflecting on an incredible year. 📚✨

From supporting entrepreneurs through their SBIR/STTR journeys to expanding our partnerships and reaching new milestones, this year has been about growth, impact, and community.

Thank you to every entrepreneur, partner, and collaborator who made 2025 meaningful. Your dedication to innovation inspires everything we do.

Here's to the lessons learned, the wins celebrated, and the foundation we've built together.

Ready for what 2026 brings? We are. 🌱

Celebrating innovation in our community! 🏆

We're thrilled to highlight the TechPoint Mira Awards 2026 honorees, including several incredible entrepreneurs and organizations we've had the privilege to work alongside:

🌟 Alicia McKoy, Peak Mind Indianapolis - Resilience Award, Rising Entrepreneur of the Year
🌟 Dr. Pengyi Shi, DeltaOps AI Indianapolis - Emerging Tech Leader Award
🌟 MatchBOX Studios Lafayette - Community Impact Award
🌟 Ares Elite Sports Vision Carmel - TechPoint Tech Innovation of the Year

These awards recognize the brilliant minds and breakthrough innovations shaping Indiana's tech ecosystem. Congratulations to all the honorees!

Learn more about the Mira Awards and sponsorship opportunities at TechPoint's website.

Exciting opportunities ahead! 🚀 gener8tor has announced several program kickoffs for early 2026:

✨ IU LAB Pre-Accelerator (gBETA) - Feb 12
✨ gBETA AgBioScience - Feb 19
✨ gBETA Future of Mobility - Mar 5
✨ gBETA Main Street Next - Mar 5

These programs offer incredible support for researchers, bioscience entrepreneurs, mobility innovators, and Main Street businesses exploring growth strategies.
Applications are open now with deadlines in January and February 2026. Could this be the launchpad your venture needs?

Learn more at gener8tor's website. 🌱
https://www.gener8tor.com/