Exhibitor, One-on-One Consultation and Showcase Space

Exhibits
Exhibitors will include conference sponsors and the SBIR Award Winner’s Showcase companies. There will be space for approximately 30 showcase companies and 40 table exhibitors. First priority for exhibit space reservations will be given to conference sponsors, Federal SBIR Agencies, Winners’ Showcase companies and then availability will be on a first come first served bases until space is sold out. Private companies that are conference sponsors are eligible to reserve exhibit space and one-on-one consultation tables. Due to space limitations, companies that are not conference sponsors may request exhibit space and will be placed on a waiting list.

One-on-One Consultation Tables
There will be 50 tables available in the One-on-One briefing area. Federal SBIR agencies will have first priority for space, then conference sponsors based on their level of sponsorship. Universities, economic development organizations and other non-profit business service providers will have an opportunity to reserve space subject to availability. One-on-one consultation tables will not be available to companies that are not conference sponsors.

SBIR Award Winners' Showcase
Only SBIR Phase II Award winners are eligible to participate in the Conference Winners’ Showcase. Prospective showcase companies should submit a request to the address below. Request should be submitted by 29 March 2008, and must contain a one page overview on the company and their SBIR project(s); award number and date(s) of award(s); SBIR agency and contact person; and a $500 application fee, payable by check to the Florida SBDC Network Foundation. Companies will be notified by 25 April regarding the decision on selection. Those not selected will receive a full refund on their application fee. Companies selected for the Showcase will receive (2) complimentary conference registrations and space reserved in the Exhibit Area. Additional company representatives attending the conference will need to pay for registration (unless the company is a sponsor, then additional complimentary registrations may apply).

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