Unless otherwise noted, these events are held on Wednesdays from 2 to 5 pm followed by a networking Happy Hour. Each of these afternoon events will be presented in segments by teams of experts with sufficient time for questions.

For more information, please contact Bill Simon at 615-6908 or bsimon@emergingtech.org. Registrations may be made by contacting Heather Beaven at 615-6915 or CET_Programs@emergingtech.org.

Coming Events - 2010

(Spring 2010 Schedule pdf)

Intellectual Property II, Antitrust
2:00 – 5:00 PM - followed by a Networking Happy Hour from 5:00 – 6:00 PM

Harley Blosser [Sonnenschein], Tara Nealey [Polsinelli], Steve Ritchey [ThompsonCoburn], David Deal [Washington University Law School (supervising interns)]

Registration fees for this event are $30

(Conference information pdf)

For more information, please contact Bill Simon at 615-6908 or bsimon@emergingtech.org. Registrations may be made by contacting Heather Beaven at 615-6915 or CET_Programs@emergingtech.org.

This year's SBIR conference is full.  No more registrations will be accepted.  No walk-ins will be allowed.

12th Annual Regional SBIR Conference
Does Your Company Perform Cutting Edge R&D? Are You A Scientist Looking For Funding For Your Work? Do You Need To Partner With Others to Develop New Products? Do You Want To Find New Technology To Improve Your Product?

This is The Perfect Opportunity to Discuss Your Project and Learn How to Win

Speakers include NIH, DARPA, NSF, DHS, DOE (LANL), Army, Air Force, NASA (Goddard), DOT, DTIC, FBI, MS&T, University of Missouri System, SLU, Leonard Wood Institute and Boeing.

(Conference information pdf)

Intellectual Property and Licensing.

Harley Blosser [Sonnenschein], Tara Nealey [Polsinelli], Etc.

Covance, CRB, Cook Pharma, MPI Research

Tamara Vazquez [Abacus Recruiting], Lynn Davis [RubinBrown], Leanne Stewart [Kelly Scientific].

November 10, 2009

TUESDAY

Lab Safety.

[Lunch and Learn]

November 3, 2009

TUESDAY

Life Science Demo.

[Lunch and Learn]

Financial Planning for Year End.

[Incl. Tax and Tax Credits] Mary Willis [Lopata Flegel], x [BSW], Dan Bindler [CET Mentor], Etc.

Brian Hill and Debbie Hill [Career Connections USA]

Commercialization I. Partnering and Planning Included.

Market Research.Xxx [Boeing], Torry Munger [Stereotaxis], Shelton Caruthers [Philips], Etc

The Technical Business Plan. Exec. Summary, The Pitch, Protecting Assets, Raising Money, Financial Projections, Capitalization, Exit Strategy, Etc.

Bill Simon [CET], Dan Bindler [CET Mentor], Jim Fogle [ThompsonCoburn], Etc.

The Latest News in Intellectual Property and Licensing. EETEEP

The most recent changes in IP and licensing from court cases and administrative rulings.

Defining the vision, goal setting, communications, position assessment, motivation, progress assessment, financial planning, ethics, dealing with poor performance, team building and others.

Review of valuation of early stage tech-companies including histories of benchmarking, deals done, methodologies and a look into the future.

Federal, State and City sources of grants, loans, tax credits and other incentives.
(Event Flyer pdf)

Legal Issues, Insurance, Benefits and State Support for Start-up Businesses.

So, you’ve got that perfect idea, product or service. What next?? This seminar will provide a comprehensive look what you need to consider when setting up your business, keeping in mind a plan for its future growth. Topics to be discussed include; what type of legal entity to set up for your new business, implementation of accounting procedures, your need for liability and directors and officers insurance, how to choose employee benefits and health insurance, operating agreement provisions and buy sell agreements, and Missouri State programs supporting new and growing business. This seminar will provide you with the perfect opportunity to judge how you’re doing in getting the ball rolling and what you still need to work on.
(Event Flyer pdf)

11th Annual Regional SBIR Conference

Speakers include DARPA, NSF, NIH, DHS, DOE (LANL), Army Research Office, NASA (Goddard), DOT, DTIC, US Air Force, FBI, MOS&T, UMSL, SLU, Association for Manufacturing Technology and Boeing.

more information...

Past Events - 2008
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Entrepreneurial Growth and Liquidation in Today’s Marketplace.

Presented by:  Private Banking and Investment Group, Merrill Lynch-STL; McColl Partners, Charlotte, NC and JMP Securities, San Francisco, CA

Human Resources. Practical solutions and guidelines.

Cindy Revelle [consultant], Paul Venker [attorney Williams Venker & Sanders], Stanley Schroder [attorney Lowenbaum] and Lynn Davis SPHR [RubinBrown]

Intellectual Property 1. The Art of the Deal Not What a Big Deal Your Art Is.

A review of Mars, Inc. v. Coin Acceptors case from the Ct of Appeals Federal Circuit this past June.
[see link] http://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=1205175

The assignment of IP rights (asset transfer) has implications in many cases (value when they were made) and could affect Venture Capital or preferred shareholders’ rights and liquidation preferences.

John Kepler [Gallop Johnson], Harley Blosser [Sonnenschein] and Washington University Law Students supervised by Professors Chuck McManis and David Deal.

Ethics. 

Experience the difference between fraud and being a good negotiator.

Jim O’Brien [attorney LewisRice], Mike Downey [attorney Hinshaw Culbertson], and other invited experts

Intellectual Property 2.  The latest things at the PTO. 

What the inventor needs to know, and how to make life easier (and save money) in the process of filing a patent.  Takeaways:  rules, outline, timeline, definitions, fees etc.

T.B.A.

Valuation:
Trends in early stage company valuations, Benchmarks to use, Factors that affect valuation, Etc.

Tim Farquhar, CFA, CPA [RubinBrown], Brent Baxter [Clayton Capital Partners] Etc.
[Small Business Week Event]
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Hot Topics in Patenting

Come find out about the latest news and rulings in Intellectual Property and the implications for your business. Our panel of experts will examine the En Banc review of State Street (business method patents revisited], discuss the fallout of last year's Injunctive Relief revisions, discuss changes in the meaning of “Obviousness” noting trends in recent District Court rulings, and review the expected appeals court ruling with regard to the PTO’s rule changes.

The scheduled speakers include: Harley Blosser [Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP], John Kepler [Gallop, Johnson & Nueman], Ed Hejlek [Senniger Powers LLP], Richard Shear [Thompson Coburn LLP]

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, April 23, 2008: 2:00 – 5:00 PM
followed by a Networking Happy Hour from 5:00 – 6:00 PM

PLACE: Center for Emerging Technologies 4041 Forest Park Avenue St. Louis, MO 63108

PARKING: Available on Forest Park Ave.

REGISTRATION: Registration for this event is $30. Cash or check only, we are unable to process credit cards. Please register by submitting your contact information through any one of the following sources:
1). Fax: (314) 615-6901
2). Phone: (314) 615-6915
3). E-Mail: CET_programs@emergingtech.org
4). Mail to the address above.
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Getting Ready for Due Diligence
How to plan, including SOX.

Your company’s structure, governance, and the accounting procedures you have in place will have a huge impact on many of your company’s growth stages; attracting new money, preparing an exit strategy, licensing, and ultimately, going public. Whether you’re with an existing business or looking to start up, find out how to best prepare yourself for all growth stages, incorporating SOX requirements, and other best practices, as early as possible.

The scheduled speakers include: Fred Kostecki, CPA and Steve Newstead, CPA [RubinBrown], Peggy Stohr [Stereotaxis] and Andy Hoyne [Armstrong Teasdale]

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, April 9, 2008: 2:00 – 5:00 PM
followed by a Networking Happy Hour from 5:00 – 6:00 PM

PLACE: Center for Emerging Technologies 4041 Forest Park Avenue St. Louis, MO 63108

PARKING: Available on Forest Park Ave.

REGISTRATION: Registration for this event is $30. Cash or check only, we are unable to process credit cards. Please register by submitting your contact information through any one of the following sources:
1). Fax: (314) 615-6901
2). Phone: (314) 615-6915
3). E-Mail: CET_programs@emergingtech.org
4). Mail to the address above.
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One Stop Shopping: Legal and Financial Issues in a Company's Critical Phase of Conducting Clinical Trials:

From 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

To be presented by: Steve Schwarm, Joan Killgore and Kevin Sweeny with Patrick Woolley and Don Mueller, all from the Polsinelli Shalton Flanigan Suelthaus PC law firm.
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“Product Liability for Pharma and Biotech Companies”

Using recent examples such as Vioxx, Baycol, and Fen Phen, this seminar will highlight legal and insurance issues with regard to product liability. Our presenters will outline the product liability litigation system, discuss ways to protect yourself and provide insight into how to avoid litigation.

The scheduled speakers include: Charlie Dalton [Life Science Law] and Bob Harrison [Daniel and Henry]

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, March 5, 2008 - 2:00 – 4:00 PM

PLACE: Center for Emerging Technologies, 4041 Forest Park Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63108

PARKING: Available on Forest Park Ave.

REGISTRATION: Registration for this event is $30.
Please register by submitting your contact information through any one of the following sources:
1). Fax: (314) 615-6901
2). Phone: (314) 615-6915
3). E-Mail: CET_programs@emergingtech.org 4). Mail to the address above.
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10th Annual Regional SBIR Conference
with STTR, Industry Partnering and Tech Transfer
at the Center for Emerging Technologies in Saint Louis, Missouri

• Does Your Company Perform Cutting Edge R&D?
• Are You A Scientist Looking For Funding For Your Work?
• Do You Need To Partner With Others to Develop New Products?
• Do You Want To Find New Technology To Improve Your Product?

This is The Perfect Opportunity to Discuss Your Project and Learn How to Win

The several SBIR program managers will present the latest facts about their programs:

• Learn the secrets of winning the federal grant/contract programs
• Meet local service providers and experts who can help you succeed as a start up company
• Meet officials from large companies and universities eager to partner for R&D, technology transfer as well as commercialization
• Ask questions and get answers from the experts
• Schedule one-on-one sessions with the program managers
• Learn more about this $2 + billion federal grant/contract program.

The Conference is sponsored by the Center for Emerging Technologies. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. All programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.

With the participation of SBIR Program Managers and other experts including:

• Susan Nichols, US Army
• Chris Willisson, US Army
• JoAnne Goodnight, National Institutes of Health
• George Vermont, National Science Foundation
• Susan Sprake, Department of Energy (Los Alamos NL)
• Elissa Sobolewski, Department of Homeland Security
• Joe Henebury, Department of Transportation
• Jim Chern, NASA (Goddard)
• Sam Jones, Small Business Administration – Regional
• Dennis Melton, Small Business Administration – Local
• David J. Massa, Gallop, Johnson & Neuman, LC
• Jimmy Liu, Center for Nanoscience, UMSL
• Maurice Foxworth, Saint Louis University
• TBA, Washington University
• Keith Strassner, Missouri University of Science and Technology
• Rich Hendel, Boeing
• SA Dion Cantu, Federal Bureau of Investigation
• Debie Francis, Defense Technical Information Center
• Jeff Bond, Association for Manufacturing Technology

The Conference will be held at the Center for Emerging Technologies
Thursday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with a Happy Hour from 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Friday from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

4041 Forest Park Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108 314-615-6915 Fax: 314-615-6901
RSVP: CET_Programs@emergingtech.org
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“After Winning SBIRs: Help with Accounting and the Audit”

This seminar will provide insight into the financial processes and requirements mandated by the receipt of a SBIR award. We will have representatives of The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) on hand to discuss the budgeting process and financial controls required to successfully complete a SBIR contract. Included in this presentation will be a discussion of adequate accounting systems, briefing contracts, and vouchers. DCAA representatives will also review the auditing process and provide guidance on how to best prepare for this step. This is a rare opportunity to meet with DCAA representatives, since they are unable to present at Regional SBIR events.

The scheduled speakers include:
Jennifer Wilbers, Senior Auditor – DCAA
Paul Kachulis, Senior Auditor – DCAA
Jonathan Boland, Auditor - DCAA
Joe Layton – former DCAA auditor, currently a private SBIR accounting & audit specialist

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, December 12, 2007 - 2:00 – 4:00 PM

PLACE: Center for Emerging Technologies
4041 Forest Park Avenue St. Louis, MO 63108

PARKING: Available on Forest Park Ave.

REGISTRATION: This seminar is free of charge.
Please register by submitting your contact information to any one of the following sources:
1). Fax: (314) 615-6901
2). Phone: (314) 615-6915
3). E-Mail: CET_programs@emergingtech.org
4). Mail to the address above.
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Getting Ready for Due Diligence

How to plan, including SOX. Fred Kostecki, CPA and Steve Newstead, CPA [RubinBrown], Peggy Stohr [Stereotaxis] and Andy Hoyne [Armstrong Teasdale]
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News and New Ideas in Patenting and Licensing

John Kepler [Gallop Johnson] Rick Shear [Thompson Coburn] and Washington University Law Students supervised by Professor David Deal.
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October 24, 2007

Getting a New Business Started from an operations and accounting POV. 

Beginning with the type of entity (C Corp, S Corp, LLC), to establishing a board, getting investors, dealing with the IRS, early decisions regarding internal controls, etc.
Dan Bindler, CPA [CET Mentor], Mark Temkin [Riezman Berger]
3.3 CLE, CEdAcct
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Identifying Tax Credits for Early Stage R&D Companies

This seminar will focus on providing the descriptions of various federal and state tax credit programs as well as business development incentives offered by the City of St. Louis. Find out how small and mid-size companies can qualify for and recover Federal R&D Tax Credits which could potentially offset your tax liability on a dollar-for-dollar basis and be carried forward for 20 years. Find out what state and local programs you are eligible for and where to start and locate your business in order to maximize your benefits. For current businesses, find out how to earn credits right now for large capital investments and new full-time positions. For entrepreneurs looking to start a business find out how to signup for tax credit programs now that will earn you income tax credits as your company grows. A company does not necessarily need to be able to use the state tax credits themselves as many of the tax benefits are transferable. This subject matter will be presented through lectures with handout materials provided, case studies, and Q&A panels. The program is tailored for entrepreneurs in the R&D business sector, and non-tax professionals such as lawyers and accountants working with these businesses.

3.3 CLE A

   Mary Willis, CPA – Lopata, Flegel & Company, LLP
   Patti Myers, CPA – Lopata, Flegel & Company, LLP
   Brenda Talent, Tax Attorney – Bryan Cave
   Mike Downing – MO Dept. of Economic Dev. on MO Quality Jobs Act
   Pat Bannister – St. Louis Development Corporation

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 - 2:00 – 5:00 PM
(followed by a Networking Happy Hour from 5:00 – 6:00 PM)

PLACE: Center for Emerging Technologies, 4041 Forest Park Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63108

PARKING: Available on Forest Park Ave.

FEE/REGISTRATION: $25 or $40 if attending for Professional Credits (Cash or check only.  Sorry, we can’t accept credit cards.) Please register by submitting your contact information to any one of the following sources:
       1).  Fax: (314) 615-6901
       2).  Phone: (314) 615-6915
       3).  E-Mail:  CET_programs@emergingtech.org
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BIO Mid-America Venture Forum

Milwaukee, WI

The BIO Mid-America Venture Forum is the Midwest's annual event showcasing bioscience, biofuel, and medical device product and platform companies from across the region.  more...
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TransMed Partnership Forum

St. Louis

TransMed Partnership Forum is a new gathering where the world's most promising university medical commercialization opportunities will converge with the industry's top research foundations, corporations and investors.  more...
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" Valuation"

Find out how to value intellectual property in early stage tech-based businesses and learn how value is affected as a company moves from seed to venture rounds.  Other topics will include valuation related to various exit strategies, benchmarks and recent trends.  Scheduled speakers include:

   Cathy Matthes – CFO of Kereos, Inc., an early stage biotech company
   Scott Naisbitt, MD, PhD – Venture Capitalist, RiverVest Partners
   Jeremy Degenhardt – Venture Capitalist, Advantage Capital Partners
   Brad Purcel, CPA, ABV – Brown Smith Wallace LLC

DATE/TIME: Friday, May 11, 2007 -  1:00  –  4:00 PM
(followed by a Networking Happy Hour from 4:00 – 5:00 PM)

PLACE: Center for Emerging Technologies

PARKING: Available on Forest Park Ave.

FEE/REGISTRATION: $25(Cash or check only.  Sorry, we can’t accept credit cards.) Please register by submitting your contact information to any one of the following sources:
       1).  Fax: (314) 615-6901
       2).  Phone: (314) 615-6915
       3).  E-Mail:  CET_programs@emergingtech.org

*This is a Friday event
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We are currently in the process of planning future training events.  If there are issues that you are encountering or a topic you’ve heard about and would like to see covered in some detail by the experts, please contact us at any of the following numbers or email addresses and we’ll work to get it scheduled.

For more information, please contact Bill Simon (314) 615-6908 or bsimon@emergingtech.org.

Registrations may be made by contacting Heather Beaven at (314) 615-6915 or CET_Programs@emergingtech.org.