?? In celebration of Thanksgiving, THE BR-DGE will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29. We’re thankful for our amazing community and hope you enjoy this time to relax, recharge and connect with loved ones. Regular operations will resume on Monday, December 2. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at THE BR-DGE! ??
关于我们
THE BR-DGE is an outreach program for technology transfer and transition (T3). The program is powered by Disruptive Technology Index (DTI), a California nonprofit, in partnership with SpaceWERX, the US Space Force’s innovation arm for technology advancement. We support small businesses as they leverage the Small Business Administration’s SBIR/STTR program and aim to help further commercialize their dual-use technology efforts through programming and ecosystem building. With the sector projected to grow from $630 billion in 2023 to $1.8 trillion by 2035, THE BR-DGE serves as the center of gravity supporting entrepreneurs building space capabilities for the rapidly growing space economy.
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https://www.thebr-dge.space/
THE BR-DGE的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 空间科学研究与技术
- 规模
- 2-10 人
- 总部
- El Segundo，California
- 类型
- 非营利机构
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2100 E Grand Ave
US，California，El Segundo，90245
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THE BR-DGE is an outreach program for technology transfer and transition (T3). The program is powered by Disruptive Technology Index (DTI), a California nonprofit. We support small businesses as they leverage the Small Business Administration’s SBIR/STTR program and aim to help further commercialize their dual-use technology efforts through programming and ecosystem building. On October 17, 2024, I2A Expo Day celebrated two additional I2A (Innovate to Accelerate) cohorts bringing together government stakeholders, venture capitalists, and industry professionals. The Alternative Positioning, Navigation and Timing and Digital Spaceport of the Future I2A cohorts saw 32 companies leverage nearly $60 million dollars in non-dilutive financing to develop innovative technologies addressing the most pressing problems in national space today. With the sector projected to grow from $630 billion in 2023 to $1.8 trillion by 2035, THE BR-DGE serves as the center of gravity supporting entrepreneurs building space capabilities for the rapidly growing space economy. Through strategic partnerships with SpaceWERX (the U.S. Space Force’s innovation arm) and the State of California, discover how THE BR-DGE is shaping the future of the space economy. For more information, visit us at https://lnkd.in/gAkE7T6W ??: AtomsNotBits
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Want to access a pool of $457M dollars in non-dilutive capital? Want to launch, grow, and commercialize dual-use tech for the future of the space economy? ?? Meet us at THE BR-DGE to discuss how to do this and hear from DTI’s COO, Drew "Murph" Busbee as he primes the pump of new startups and non-traditional vendors to the SpaceWERX pipeline. This personalized introduction to the SBIR program allows focused discussions and tailored guidance based on the participant's specific needs and circumstances. ?? Friday, November 22 ?? 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. ?? THE BR-DGE, 2100 E. Grand Ave., Ste. 100, El Segundo, CA 90245 ?? Register Now: https://lu.ma/rh5tzbvt
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Join us at THE BR-DGE Industry Mixer! Sport your ugliest holiday sweater and come mingle with us! What to Expect: ?? Festive holiday cocktails ?? Light hors d'oeuvres ?? Briefing by SpaceWERX ???? Ugly Sweater Contest with a chance to win a grand prize! ?? We also are a Toys for Tots donation site and ask that all attendees bring a new, unwrapped toy and make a difference for children in need. Let's work together to spread joy and brighten a child’s holiday! ?? Thank you to our event sponsors, Bank of America and Eagle Law Group, P.C., for helping to make this event magical! Don't miss this festive networking opportunity! ?? Tuesday, December 17, 2024 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM ?? THE BR-DGE, 2100 E. Grand Ave., Ste. 100, El Segundo, CA 90245 ??? RSVP ?? https://lu.ma/u4frbn2f
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?? Exciting news! The PY25.2 Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) Notice of Opportunity (NOO) is officially open for submissions! ?? Don't miss your chance to secure critical funding to scale your innovation. #TACFI #FundingOpportunity #Innovation
??? The PY25.2 Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) Notice of Opportunity (NOO) is now accepting submissions! The TACFI program was developed to bridge the “Valley of Death” between SBIR/STTR Phase II contracts and Phase III scaling efforts, facilitating delivery of strategic capabilities for the United States Department of the Air Force. There will be two selection cycles during the NOO submission window, and selections will be limited based on available funds: 1?? Cycle 1: Submit packages by January 3, 2025 at noon ET (selection notifications will occur Q1 2025) 2?? Cycle 2: Submit packages by March 31, 2025 at noon ET (selection notifications will occur Q2 2025) Access to the submission documents and upload link is available only to government partners. Small businesses and government partners can check eligibility requirements and guidance documents here: https://ow.ly/AAAV50U73bA . . . #AFWERX #SpaceWERX #Ventures #TACFI #SBIR #STTR #DAF #government #funding #innovation #technology
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Join us at THE BR-DGE for these upcoming Launchpad Sessions ?? Details below ??
??? Mark your calendars: new Launchpad Sessions are coming up at THE BR-DGE in El Segundo, California! These sessions are the perfect time to learn how to launch, grow, and commercialize dual-use tech for the future of the space economy and gain a personalized introduction to the SBIR program with focused discussions and tailored guidance. ?? November 22 (in-person): https://ow.ly/WjUJ50U72Xs ?? December 5 (virtual): https://ow.ly/qgh250U72Xp Be sure to register and join us, in-person or virtually! . . . #SpaceWERX #event #webinar #SBIR #funding #spaceeconomy #space #innovation #technology
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We are so proud to have hosted I2A Expo Day at THE BR-DGE, where 29 innovative companies showcased groundbreaking advancements in Alternative Positioning, Navigation & Timing and the Digital Spaceport of the Future. A huge thank you to the 260+ attendees from the space, defense, and investment sectors who made this event truly special. Read more below ??
The Innovate to Accelerate (I2A) Expo Day, held in October at THE BR-DGE in El Segundo, California, brought together more than 260 people from the space industry, defense and investment sectors. The event, hosted by SpaceWERX in partnership with New Mexico Tech University and powered by Disruptive Technology Index (DTI), showcased the most recent I2A cohort participants — 29 companies on 32 awards, totaling $60.6 million in government contracts — focused on Alternative Positioning, Navigation and Timing (altPNT), and the Digital Spaceport of the Future. Participants were able to engage with their technical points of contact during one-on-one sessions, as well as network with industry experts, government partners and innovators. Learn more about what took place during this event here: https://ow.ly/xg6V50U2AFn . . . #AFWERX #SpaceWERX #I2A #space #spacetech #nationalsecurity #innovation
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As a Veteran-owned company, we are proud to honor all those who have served. Today and every day, we thank you ????
???? Honoring Our Heroes ???? This Veterans Day, we proudly recognize the contributions of our DTI veterans: Miji McConnell — United States Air Force Veteran, Executive Director and Co-founder Drew "Murph" Busbee — United States Space Force and United States Air Force Veteran, and COO Rakhee Khambhati — US Navy Veteran, and Program Manager Rebecca Jeffrey — US Army Veteran, and Program Manager Your dedication to service is an inspiration to us all. Thank you for the sacrifices you’ve made and the values you bring to our team every day. We’re grateful for all you continue to give to our country and community. Today, and every day, we honor and thank our Veterans. #VeteransDay #DTIVeterans #HonoringOurHeroes
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?? Exciting News! THE BR-DGE is proud to announce that we are an official Marine Toys for Tots Foundation donation site ?? This holiday season, we encourage all visitors to bring a new, unwrapped toy and make a difference for children in need. Let's work together to spread joy and brighten a child’s holiday! ?? ??? Deadline to donate: Friday, December 13th. #ToysForTots #ElSegundo #GiveBack #HolidaySpirit #Community #Donate
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Are you a Phase I or Phase II awardee? ?? The Air Force Materiel Command set a new benchmark in FY24, awarding a record-breaking $1 billion in Phase III contracts! ?? Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to secure funding! ??
We're thrilled to highlight a successful Fiscal Year 2024 for the AFWERX-executed DAF SBIR/STTR program! The Air Force Materiel Command awarded a record number of Phase III awards in FY24, leveraging the SBIR/STTR portfolio to meet command requirements. ?? Phase III AFMC Contracts Awarded in FY24: 260 ?? Total Face Value: Over $1 Billion! ?? Current Obligations: Nearly $350 Million These SBIR/STTR transitions are a sign we are bolstering our economic and military strength by fostering partnerships with the private sector. Our AFWERX and SpaceWERX teams have worked extremely hard this past year to address the most pressing challenges of the United States Department of the Air Force and drive faster technology transition to operational capability. We’re thrilled to have accomplished such a feat and look forward to another successful year supporting our Airmen and Guardians! If your company has a technology or solution that could make an impact on the United States Air Force or United States Space Force, we want to hear from you! Learn more about how to get involved: https://ow.ly/v9FC50U2Axu . . . Air Force Research Laboratory #AFWERX #SpaceWERX #Ventures #SBIR #STTR #PhaseIII #AFMC #DAF #USAF #USSF #Airmen #Guardians #smallbusiness #startup #entrepreneur #innovation #technology
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