Ignite Innovation. Fuel Growth. Connect with Opportunity

 Ignite Innovation. Fuel Growth. Connect with Opportunity.

Are you an innovator, startup, or small business looking to fund your next big idea?

APEX is collaborating with the Education team for the Defense SBIR/STTR Program.

Join us for an exciting SBIR/STTR Event designed to connect you with funding opportunities, federal program experts, and fellow entrepreneurs!

Whether you’re new to the programs or already exploring your eligibility, this session is designed to demystify the process, highlight real funding opportunities, and connect you with resources that can guide you through each step.

Date: July 9, 2025

Location: Virtual / Zoom

Time: 10 a.m. CST

Registeration Link: CLICK HERE

Speakers: 

Regina “Gina” Sims, Director, Defense SBIR/STTR Program Office:

Ms. Regina “Gina” Sims is the Director of the Defense SBIR/STTR Program Office for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering. Ms. Sims is the principal point of contact for Congress, the Small Business Administration, Government Accountability Office, and Interagency SBIR/STTR Community Representatives. Ms. Sims oversees and leads the DoD’s SBIR/STTR Program to unify and convey transparency and trust across Defense agencies and components encompassing the program.

Hutch McClendon, Director of Louisiana Tech Transfer Office, Louisiana Economic Development:

Mr. Hutch McClendon leads the Louisiana Tech Transfer Office for Louisiana Economic Development with a statewide mission to help Louisiana small technology businesses develop and grow. Mr. McClendon is the former CEO of two Software As Service companies: Organic Farmer and Wireless Telecom Banker.