The Small Business Technology Council is a non-partisan, non-profit industry association of companies dedicated to promoting the creation and growth of research-intensive, technology-based U.S. small business.

SBTC is involved in educational activities which include conferences and seminars on government procurement and other education activities for small business, government officials and officials of large companies. SBTC encourages the exchanges of ideas and information on improving the transitioning of research and development (R&D) and technology into the commercial marketplace.

• An established and dynamic association of young, emerging, research-intensive, technology-based companies in the U.S.

• The leading industry organization advancing the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program which provides over $2.2 billion annually to companies in Government R&D contracts.

• A much needed voice in Washington advancing the small business technology agenda and defending the industry from bias and unfair attacks.

• A successful effort to enhance the growth and success of member companies through cooperative programs.

• A valuable CEO forum, offering management support and advanced technology networking to make your company more successful and profitable.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN SBTC

Today, young and emerging successful companies recognize how important and helpful an organization like SBTC can be in supporting their individual businesses. Helping members to (1) better understand and take greater advantage of the SBIR Program (over $1.2 billion in annual awards from government agencies), (2) ensure important protection of company data rights, and (3) create new business opportunities through Phase III commercialization of your SBIR products represent just a few of the association’s top priorities. Membership dues to join and become an active member are very reasonable and one of the best investments your company can make. SBTC should be considered an essential management function in your company.

BENEFITS AND SERVICES

Public Policy Issues:
SBTC has become a strong, proactive and recognized voice in the formation and implementation of public policy issues and is regularly called upon by leaders in Congress and Government agencies for advice and guidance relating to the role of small business in the nation’s technology, R&D strategy, investments, tax and other policy matters that can critically affect small technology enterprises. Also, the SBIR/STTR and other government funded R&D programs represent top priorities.

Industry Communication And Information:
SBTC maintains a website and regularly distributes email messages, Newsletters and News Alerts to cover the latest important Coalition, legislative, and government agency actions and news. Other SBTC publications such as our widely distributed Annual Membership Directory provide your company with important visibility and recognition within the industry.

Executive Networking And Management:
Member executives benefit greatly from the many opportunities for networking and alliance building - an extremely important benefit for the CEOs and founders of small and growing companies. SBTC meetings also provide an excellent forum for executive networking and education, as well as a showcase for increased investor interest in member companies.

Business Support Services:
Building upon the collective and combined strength of member companies, SBTC, working together with National Small Business United, sponsors a number of programs designed to provide cost-effective new benefits for individual member firms.

• Discounts on insurance products through Mutual of Omaha
• Discounts on overnight shipping with Airborne Express
• Discounts on office supplies and forms with NEBS
• Long Distance and Freight discounts

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

“SBTC is the one organization I have been able to count on to represent the interests of my company on such important issues as reauthorization of the SBIR/STTR Programs, restoration of SBIR funding when agencies try to opt out, and small business patent protection. There are many battles yet to be fought and we need to join forces through SBTC to represent our interests.”
                         Jim Woo, CEO
                            InterScience Inc.

“Until I joined SBTC, I never realized such a large network of company CEOs existed throughout the country willing to help and advise me whenever I had a problem or situation unique to my firm. This type of outside support and the new relationships I have developed as a member of the Association are invaluable to me in leading a young, growing company.”
                         Heidi Jacobus, Chairman
                            Cybernet Systems Corporation

“There is only so much I can do alone; however, through SBTC’s collective member activities and programs, my company enjoy substantial opportunities and benefits normally only available to larger companies in our industry. I view SBTC as an organization we would not want to be without.”
                         John Robbins, CEO
                            Technical Solutions Inc.