UC Davis Venture Catalyst

?? Final Call! ?? Don't miss your chance to join the SBIR/STTR workshop tomorrow – Register Today! ??? We can't wait to see you there!

?? Attention Entrepreneurs and Innovators! Are you navigating the SBIR/STTR grant process and feeling unsure about budgeting? Join us for the "Setting up for Success: Demystifying SBIR/STTR Budgeting Workshop" with Andrew Newman, CPA and owner of Newman Associates. ?? Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024 ? Time: 4:15 – 6:00 PM PST ?? Location: Aggie Square Launch Space, 2270 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento, CA ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/gAvq8VJJ Andrew will share his nearly 30 years of expertise, guiding you through essential budgeting practices for the pre-award, post-award, and closeout phases of SBIR/STTR grants. This free workshop, sponsored by Advocacy Chiefs, is a must for anyone looking to streamline compliance and achieve grant success. Let’s set up for success together! #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #SBIR #STTR #GrantWriting #SmallBusiness

?? Join us THIS FRIDAY for our latest BIG webinar with Jessica Holmes, Founder and Principal of Regency Market Access Consulting, LLC! With over 25 years of experience in market access and reimbursement strategy, Jessica will guide us through the critical components of building successful market access strategies for medical technologies. Don't miss insights on: -Regulatory and payer dynamics -Reimbursement fundamentals -Strategic alignment from development to commercialization -Real-world case studies ?? This is your chance to ask questions and learn from an industry expert! ?? When: Friday, October 25, 2024, 10:00 – 11:15 AM PDT ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/gVtAmCm9 ?? Open to the public, free to attend, but registration is required! #MedicalTechnology #MarketAccess #Reimbursement #Webinar #Innovation #Healthcare

Join us for the 2nd session in the BIG Fall 2024 Knowledge Exchange Webinar Series! ?? In today’s competitive world, product development is more complex than ever. Don’t miss pharmaceutical and biotech expert Roger Halualani as he breaks down how a Target Product Profile (TPP) can guide every stage of development—from clinical priorities to commercial potential. ?? When: Tomorrow, October 4, 2024, 10:00 – 11:00 AM PDT ?? Registration link: https://lnkd.in/gBTfZCgs (Registration Required) ?? Key insights for drug development—and beyond! #ProductDevelopment #Biotech #Pharma #TargetProductProfile #UCDavisBIG #StartupSuccess #Webinar

Final day to register for the ACE Knowledge Exchange Webinar tomorrow from 1:00-2:00PM! We look forward to seeing you there!

??Sharpen Your Investor Pitch Skills!?? Join us for the first Biotech Innovation Gallery (BIG) Pre-accelerator Program Fall 2024 Knowledge Exchange Webinar! Our featured guest speaker Darren Cooke, Interim Chief Innovation & Entrepreneurship Officer at UC Berkeley, will share a proven framework for creating a compelling investor pitch and offer insights into what investors are really looking for. ?? When: September 25, 2024, 2:00 – 2:30 PM PDT?? ?? Registration link: https://lnkd.in/gPSwQMeZ (Registration Required) Register now and get ready to boost your pitch game! #InvestorPitch #BiotechInnovation #UCDavisBIG #StartupSuccess #Webinar

?Last call for applications! Application deadline: August 29, 2024? The UC Davis Venture Catalyst Biotech Innovation Gallery (BIG) Pre-accelerator Program is back for its seventh cohort! This is your chance to elevate your biotech, medtech, or life science startup with industry mentoring, investor pitch coaching, and much more. ?? Key Highlights: - Access to exclusive Knowledge Exchange webinars. - One-on-one mentoring with industry experts. - Pitch coaching and branding support. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Apply now and take your innovation to the next level! For more details or to apply, contact Anu Ranganathan at [email protected]. #biotech #startups #innovation #UCDavis #JPM25

?? Ready to take your climate or Ag tech venture to the next level? Join Aggie Climate action for Equity (ACE) for our next knowledge exchange! Evan Taylor will lead a dynamic panel featuring successful entrepreneurs who have been in your shoes and are eager to share their wisdom. Get the inside scoop on securing non-dilutive federal grants like SBIR-STTR, with expert advice on: ?? When to apply ??? Choosing the right funding agency ?? Crafting a compelling research narrative ?? Generating essential supporting documents Don't miss this opportunity to empower your mission and drive meaningful impact. Let's turn your innovative ideas into reality! ?? Registration link: https://lnkd.in/ggGMeTcJ #ClimateAction #AgTech #Entrepreneurship #FundingOpportunities #SBIR #Innovation #Sustainability #NonDilutiveFunding #UCDavis

???Join Us at UC Davis Health Ventures UC Davis Health Ventures, part of the new University of California, Davis Innovation and Economic Development Office, is seeking visionary leaders to propel our mission of transforming healthcare through innovation collaboration. If you’re passionate about making real-world impact and leading groundbreaking initiatives in human health, we have two exciting opportunities for you! ?? Director of Strategic Product Portfolios:?This role is central to UC Davis Health Ventures' strategy for growing its research innovation portfolio, with a focus on advancing pivotal technologies in human health, especially in fields such as cell and gene therapy, neuroscience, and oncology. You'll collaborate with key stakeholders across UC Davis to advance a robust ecosystem of human health technology licensees, spin-out companies, and industry partnerships. A key responsibility will be leading the formation of the Health Venture Studio, where you will develop and de-risk research innovations, extending their runway within the university to significantly increase their value and likelihood of success. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving the commercialization and clinical translation of cutting-edge technologies, ultimately bringing life-changing innovations to the market. Apply here: https://bit.ly/3Ayaodl ?? Director of Translational Funding Programs:?In this critical role, you'll lead translational funding initiatives that propel research from the lab to the clinic. By developing and implementing strategic funding plans, you'll support our key thematic areas of growth, including cell and gene therapy, neuroscience, and oncology. You'll also oversee the Investing in the Future of Medicine fund, ensuring that UC Davis Health continues to lead in translational and clinical research innovation. Apply here: https://bit.ly/3Xd59J6 At UC Davis Health Ventures, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration. If you're ready to make a lasting impact in health care and be part of a dynamic, collaborative team driving the future of medicine, we want to hear from you! #ResearchofImpact #CollaborationisKeytoSuccess

?? Exciting News! ?? We're thrilled to support the California Life Sciences Pantheon Awards - an event that celebrates the best in life sciences innovation! This is your chance to recognize and applaud the trailblazers shaping the future of healthcare, biotech, and sustainability. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with industry leaders and be inspired by groundbreaking achievements! ?? ?? Submit your nominations by August 15 and be part of this prestigious event. Let's celebrate innovation together! ?? #PantheonAwards #LifeSciences #Innovation #Healthcare #Sustainability #Event #Networking ? https://lnkd.in/gA2ykPX4