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Tuesday, October 20, 2020
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10:00 – 10:50 AM ET
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10:50 – 11:00 AM ET
Welcome!
Join our MCs, Mike Vinje and Quenton Bonds, as they officially kick-off the event! They will walk through the agenda for the week and provide logistical information to help you navigate the virtual conference.
11:00 – 11:20 AM ET
Opening Remarks from the NASA Administrator
Hear directly from Jim Bridenstine, NASA’s Administrator, about where the agency is headed and why now is an exciting time to collaborate with NASA. Come with your questions as there will be an open Q&A at the end of the session!
11:20 – 11:35 AM ET
“Fireside Chat” with Program Executives
Listen to a conversation between Jenn Gustetic, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Executive and Gynelle Steele, Deputy Program Executive, as they discuss the continuous evolution of the program to better serve the small business community, align with where the space economy is headed, and respond to challenges during these unprecedented times.
11:40 – 12:00 PM ET
Where is Space Technology Headed?
Watch the dialogue between James Reuter, NASA Space Technology Mission Directorate’s Associate Administrator, and Mark McDonald, NASA Space Technology Mission Directorate’s Chief Architect as they discuss the Space Technology Mission Directorate’s Strategic Technology Framework, direction, and priorities.
Moderator: Marla Giscombe, NASA Space Technology Mission Directorate.
12:00 – 12:10 PM ET
Mid-Day Announcements
Join us for some mid-day announcements, including logistics for the afternoon breakout sessions!
12:10 – 12:40 PM ET
Technical Engagement Breakout Sessions
This session is meant for small businesses to connect directly with NASA Technologists about how small businesses can address NASA’s technology gaps. Prerequisite: “Where is Space Technology Headed?” Session and the corresponding Capability Videos.
Session 1: In-situ Propellant and Consumable Production (Link to prerequisite video)
- Gerald Sanders, System Capability Leader for in-Situ Resource
Session 2: On-Orbit Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing (Link to prerequisite video)
- Bo Naasz, System Capability Leader for Rendezvous & Capture
Session 3: Small Spacecraft Technologies (Link to prerequisite video)
- Christopher Baker, Small Spacecraft Technology Executive
Session 4: Advanced Materials, Structures and Manufacturing (Link to prerequisite video)
- Mark Hilburger, Principal Technologist for Structures and Materials
TUES: Session 1: Technical Engagement Breakout
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TUES: Session 2: On-Orbit Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing
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TUES: Session 3: Small Spacecraft Technologies
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TUES: Session 4: Advanced Materials, Structures and Manufacturing
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12:40 PM – 1:25 PM ET
Mid-Event Break and Networking
Network with other small businesses, research institutions, NASA representatives, and other attendees!
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1:25 – 1:55 PM ET
Panel Discussion and Q&A: Navigating NASA
Learn how to navigate NASA by understanding the role and capabilities of each of the ten centers, the four mission directorates and their purpose, and how they all fit into one NASA.
Moderator:
Gynelle Steele, NASA SBIR/STTR Deputy Program Executive
Panelists:
Keith Woodman, NASA SBIR/STTR Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate Liaison
Kim Cannon, NASA SBIR/STTR Center Technology Transition Lead
Richard Mann, Program Manager, NASA Office of Small Business Programs
2:00 – 2:40 PM ET
Panel Discussion and Q&A: Successfully Transitioning
To transition means to move your technology towards integration into a NASA or other government agency mission and/or the commercial market. Hear different perspectives on how to successfully transition your technology.
Moderator:
Jenn Gustetic, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Executive
Panelists:
Matthew McGill, Deputy Director, Earth Sciences Division, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Aprille Ericsson, New Business Lead, Instrument Systems and Technology Division, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Lynn Harper, Strategic Integration Advisor, International Space Station National Laboratory Program Office
Van Espahbodi, Co-Founder, Managing Partner, Starburst Aerospace
2:45 – 3:15 PM ET
Panel Discussion and Q&A: Success Story
Success with the program comes in different forms, and for many small businesses NASA becomes a long-term partner. Getting funding from the NASA SBIR/STTR program can open doors to many opportunities. Join a panel of NASA experts along with Made in Space, a company that developed the Additive Manufacturing Facility (AMF) for the International Space Station (ISS) in 2012 with a Phase I SBIR contract, as they discuss the company’s journey starting with NASA to supporting big missions like OSAM-2 and being acquired this year by Redwire.
Moderator:
Carlos Torrez, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Manager
Panelists:
Gwen Jasper, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Center Technology Transition Lead, Marshall Space Flight Center
Tracie Prater, NASA Aerospace Engineer & SBIR/STTR Contracting Officer Representative, Marshall Space Flight Center
Kevin DiMarzio, Vice President, Made in Space
3:15 PM – 3:25 PM ET
Closing Remarks from NASA’s Office of the Chief Technologist
NASA has a set of core values—safety, integrity, teamwork, excellence, inclusion—and they are evident in all that we do, including in our partnerships with industry and academia. Hear from Ken Wright, NASA’s Lead for Innovation in the Office of the Chief Technologist, as he discusses why inclusion is crucial to the innovative and important work of NASA and its partners.
3:25 PM – 3:35 PM ET
Closing Announcements
Join us to wrap up the day with some brief announcements!
3:35 – 4:00 PM ET
Independent Planning and Library Time
Take this time to process today’s information and engagement sessions and jot questions to ask during tomorrow’s Ask Me Anything. We also recommend reviewing the agenda to plot out your schedule for the next couple of days and view the relevant resource library materials in advance of the engagement sessions.
Before you join our networking sessions, be sure to add your virtual business card to our directory—this will make it easier to find the right connections, and will help others find you!
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Wednesday, October 21, 2020
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10:00 – 10:50 AM ET
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10:50 – 11:00 AM ET
Welcome
Join our MCs, Mike Vinje and Quenton Bonds as they kick-off Day 2 of the event! They will walk through the agenda for the day and provide logistical information to help you navigate the virtual conference.
11:00 – 11:15 AM ET
Opening Remarks: NASA Astronaut
Hear from NASA Astronaut Sunita (Suni) Williams about why she is so excited about all of the things the Agency is doing and planning for space, and why including small and underrepresented businesses in that work is so valuable. Suni will also share some stories from her time on the International Space Station (ISS) and more!
11:15 – 11:50 AM ET
NASA Mission Directorates
In addition to the “Where is Space Technology Headed?” Panel on Day 1—which covers the Space Technology Mission Directorate—the Aeronautics Research Directorate, Human Exploration and Operations Directorate, and Science Mission Directorate also have their own strategic priorities and initiatives. Hear more about some of their initiatives from Steven Clarke, NASA ARMD Deputy Associate Administrator, Lindsay Aitchison, NASA Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate Representative, and Florence Tan, NASA Science Mission Directorate Representative.
11:55 AM – 12:05 PM ET
Mid-Day Announcements
Join us for some mid-day announcements, including logistics for the afternoon breakout sessions!
12:05 – 12:35 PM ET
Technical Engagement Breakout Sessions
Engage directly with representatives from NASA’s Mission Directorates and ask them questions about the initiatives they spoke about earlier in the day! Prerequisite: NASA Mission Directorates Session at 11:20am ET.
Session 1: Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate: The Future of NASA Aeronautics
- Cheryl Quinn, Deputy, Airspace Operations and Safety Program at NASA ARMD & MD Representative
- Nancy Mendonca, Deputy, Advanced Air Mobility Mission Office at NASA ARMD
- Barbara Esker, Deputy, Advanced Air Vehicles Program at NASA ARMD
Session 2: Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate: Stimulating Demand in LEO Economy
- Kevin Engelbert, ISS Commercial Portfolio Manager
- Lindsay Aitchison, NASA Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate Representative
Session 3: Science Mission Directorate: SMD Overview, Active Technology Programs, and Entrepreneurship Challenge
- Michael Seablom, NASA Science Mission Directorate Representative
12:35 – 1:20 PM ET
Mid-Event Break and Networking
Network with other small businesses, research institutions, NASA representatives, and other attendees!
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1:20 PM – 2:00 PM ET
Panel Discussion and Q&A: Post-Phase II
Join this interactive panel to learn about the various NASA Post-Phase II opportunities available, such as Phase II-Extended (II-E), Sequentials, and the Civilian Commercialization Readiness Pilot Program (CCRPP). The first half of this session will focus on a Q&A between the NASA SBIR/STTR Post-Phase II team members. The second half will be spent in breakout groups—customized to you and your familiarity with our Post-Phase II mechanisms—where you’ll have the chance to discuss the transition mechanisms to infuse, commercialize, and accelerate technology development.
Moderator:
Quenton Bonds, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Center Technology Transition Lead, Goddard Space Flight Center
Panelists:
Matthew Deans, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Post-Phase II Workstream Lead
William Toscano, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Post-Phase II Technical Advisor
Alison Mutter, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Post-Phase II Business Analyst
Allison Zuniga, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Post-Phase II Technical Advisor
Ashley McQueen, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Procurement Liaison
Session 1: “I’ve never heard of the Post-Phase II mechanisms before”
- Alison Mutter, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Post-Phase II Business Analyst
- Allison Zuniga, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Post-Phase II Technical Advisor
- Kate Kvaternik, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Support Manager
Session 2: “I’m familiar with at least some of the Post-Phase II mechanisms but have had limited to no success in using them”
- Carol Lewis, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Science Mission Directorate Liaison
- Matthew Deans, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Post-Phase II Workstream Lead
- Ashley McQueen, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Procurement Liaison
Session 3: “I’m pretty well informed and have used at least one of the Post-Phase II mechanisms”
- Quenton Bonds, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Center Technology Transition Lead, Goddard Space Flight Center
- William Toscano, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Post-Phase II Technical Advisor
- Danielle Piskorz, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Center Technology Transition Support, Jet Propulsion Laboratory
WED: Post-Phase II Session 1 Never heard
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WED: Post-Phase II Session 3
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2:05 – 2:45 PM ET
Ask Me Anything
Bring all your questions to this live session!
Moderators:
Bethany McClave, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Outreach & Engagement Workstream Lead
Eric Smith, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Chief Customer Officer
Panelists:
Jenn Gustetic,NASA SBIR/STTR Program Executive
Gynelle Steele, NASA SBIR/STTR Deputy Program Executive
Carlos Torrez, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Manager
Scott Dockum, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Phase I and II Workstream Lead
Matthew Deans, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Post-Phase II Workstream Lead
Theresa Stanley, NASA SBIR/STTR Program Lead Contracting Officer
2:45 PM – 3:00 PM ET
Closing Remarks: NASA SBIR/STTR Success Stories
Masten Space Systems, Freedom Photonics, and Motiv Space Systems share their NASA SBIR/STTR journeys via videos produced in-house by each company!
You can share your own 5-minute SBIR/STTR success story to be featured on our the NASA SBIR/STTR website or at another event—email arc-sbir-outreach@mail.nasa.gov for more information.
3:00 PM – 3:05 PM ET
Closing Announcements
Join us to wrap up the day with some brief announcements!
3:05 PM – 4:00 PM ET
Independent Planning and Library Time
Take this time to process today’s information and engagement sessions. We also recommend reviewing the agenda to plot out your schedule for tomorrow and view the resource library.
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Thursday, October 22, 2020
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- The following agenda includes partner programming and parallel sessions.
- One-on-ones are happening concurrently from 10 am – 4 pm ET and were scheduled separately and directly between NASA representatives and small businesses. For questions regarding one-on-ones, please contact: bailey.light@reisystems.com.
10:00 – 10:50 AM ET
Independent Planning and Library Time
Take this time to peruse the resource library. We recommend reviewing the agenda to plot out your schedule for the next few days and view the relevant resource library materials in advance of the engagement sessions.
Before you join our networking sessions, be sure to add your virtual business card to our directory—this will make it easier to find the right connections, and will help others find you!
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10:50 – 11:00 AM ET
Welcome and Next Steps
Join our MCs, Mike Vinje and Quenton Bonds as they welcome you to the third day of the event and discuss suggested next steps for your SBIR/STTR journey.
11:00 – 11:15 AM ET
“Fireside Chat” with Program Management Office
Listen to Anna Cordrey, NASA SBIR/STTR Deputy Program Manager, Bethany McClave, NASA SBIR/STTR Outreach & Engagement Lead, and Eric Smith, NASA SBIR/STTR Chief Customer Officer, discuss what it means for the program to view the small business community as its customers and how that positioning guides changes within the program, including response to the COVID crisis.
NOTE: The following sessions are running concurrently. Please pay strict attention to the listed times and select the session(s) that you’d like to attend.
11:15 – 12:00 PM ET
Partner Roundtable Session: How to Transition from Set-Asides to Core Funding, Hosted by Minority-Serving Institution STEM Research & Development Consortium (MSRDC)
The Minority-Serving Institution STEM Research & Development Consortium (MSRDC) is a strategic research and entrepreneurial asset that provides a unique funding mechanism for organizations to work with Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs), including Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), on federally funded research projects. The MSRDC members and business partners, along with the sponsoring government agencies, form a non-traditional collaborative partnership, addressing inherent barriers commonly experienced by MSIs to form meaningful partnerships. The MSRDC funding vehicle permits Consortium faculty and sponsoring federal research agencies to engage with one another individually or collaboratively and in rapidly funded awards outside of the restrictive minority 'set-asides.' Our roundtable session led by Michael Hester, President & CEO, MSRDC and Alan Arnold, Director of Research Development, MSRDC will include discussion and Q&A on engaging MSIs, how small businesses can create partnerships with MSIs, the nature of such partnerships, and what successful collaborations look like.
THURS: Partner Roundtable Session
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11:15 – 1:30 PM ET
Science Mission Directorate Entrepreneurs Challenge
Hosted by Starburst and the NASA Science Mission Directorate
Tune in live for Round 3 of the NASA Science Mission Directorate Entrepreneurs Challenge. 10 companies will pitch their innovations live to a panel of expert judges for a chance to win $100,000 in prize funding! The challenge is seeking to identify individuals and promising commercial companies working on technology that will advance the state-of-the-art in three broadly defined technology focus areas: artificial intelligence, mass spectrometry, and quantum sensors. See nasa-science-challenge.com/ for more information.
12:00 – 12:45 PM ET
Independent Planning and Library Time
You’ve learned a lot this week. Take this time to process what you’ve learned, visit the resource library for more information, and plot out the next steps in your SBIR/STTR journey. Don’t forget to join the closing happy hour and networking at the end of the day!
Before you join our networking sessions, be sure to add your virtual business card to our directory—this will make it easier to find the right connections, and will help others find you!
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12:45 – 1:30 PM ET
Partner Panel Session and Q&A: Best Practices on Building and Using Your Regional Ecosystems for SBIR Growth, Hosted by Ohio Aerospace Institution (OAI)
Join a panel hosted by Ohio Aerospace Institute (OAI) to hear about their experiences taking national small business support programs down to the local level and how networks of regional small business clusters can help achieve federal agency technology goals. We have a dynamic panel that includes two Ohio small businesses that will be sharing how they discovered the SBIR/STTR programs and their paths through the application process and the support they relied on along the way. We’ll also be welcoming Anthony Gillespie who runs the SBA FAST program in Ohio, which supports increased engagement in federal SBIR/STTR participation. He will discuss how that national program helps at the local level. Finally, we’ll have Kathleen Gilpin from Wright State Research Institute to talk about the other Government Agency efforts out there to support new entrants into SBIR/STTR. Specifically, the WSRI's Academic Partnership Engagement Experiment is a USAF funded activity working across the U.S. to infuse new technologies to the warfighter, including greater academic engagement through STTR.
Moderator:
John Sankovic, President and CEO of Ohio Aerospace Institute (OAI)
Panelists:
Kathleen Gilpin, Director of National Engagement for APEX at Wright State Applied Research Corporation (WSARC)
Anthony Gillespie, Senior Program Manager at Ohio Aerospace Institute (OAI)
Matt McPheeters, Chief Technology Officer at MSTATT LLC
Justine Blank, Vice President at Engineered Products Inc. (EPI)
THURS: Partner Panel Session and Q&A
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1:30 – 2:30 PM ET
Happy Hour and Networking
It’s 5:30 somewhere! Bring a beverage and join us for a happy hour, help us celebrate as we announce the winners of the Entrepreneurs Challenge, and network with others. Take the time to meet with fellow event attendees and NASA representatives to discuss the conference, any key learnings, and next steps in your SBIR/STTR journey.
Before you join our networking sessions, be sure to add your virtual business card to our directory—this will make it easier to find the right connections, and will help others find you!
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