Mentoring and empowering small technology businesses to commercialization success. #commercialization #SBIR #STTR #TABA #entrepreneur #smallbusiness #technology
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Jun 11
Your work speaks for itself—but influence helps ideas move forward.
Join this virtual Lunch and Learn on communicating your value, navigating workplace dynamics, and elevating your impact.
Register: aztechcouncil.org/event/wiw-…
#Leadership #WomenInTheWorkforce #ArizonaTech
Your work matters, but can your influence match it?
Join Part 3 of the Elevate Yourself in 2026 Series: The Mechanics of Influence to learn how to communicate your value, navigate workplace dynamics, and get your ideas heard. aztechcouncil.memberzone.com…
#ArizonaTech #Leadership
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Jun 11
Inclusive employment strengthens our communities.
Join us at Beacon Group’s after5 event to see workforce development and opportunity in action.
Register: aztechcouncil.memberzone.com…
#InclusiveEmployment #BeaconGroup #ArizonaTech
Jun 10
Join us at Beacon Group for an after5 event and see how inclusive employment creates opportunities, strengthens communities, and connects businesses with a skilled workforce.
Register here: aztechcouncil.memberzone.com…
#AZtech #Networking
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National Small Business Month may be ending, but the mission continues. Small businesses power 99.9% of U.S. firms, employ 46% of the workforce, and strengthen the defense industrial base. Small Business. Big Mission. Learn more: business.defense.gov
#DoW #SBPoweringTheMission
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May 31
I've just registered for Space Tech Expo USA 2026. Who else is going?
I can't wait to join thousands of space manufacturing and technology professionals in the brand new location of Anaheim, CA, June 3-4.
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May 14
Don’t wait! The @USDOT SBIR Pre-Solicitation is open until 5/29.
Let’s modernize transportation together.
Learn more: is.gd/WB3nZj
ALT U.S. DOT SBIR logo – America’s Seed Fund
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🌍 AFWERX & SpaceWERX are heading to SOF Week (May 19–21) in Tampa! 🚀
We’ll be at the Tampa Convention Center (Room 112) connecting innovators, operators & industry to accelerate mission-ready tech.
🗓️ Tue–Wed: 10–5 | Thu: 10–3
👋 Stop by & chat!
🔗 sofweek.org/
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Registration is open for #DoW Small Business Training Week 2026, June 15–18 in New Orleans. Planned for gov personnel and APEX Accelerator staff, join us for training focused on strengthening the defense industrial base.
Learn more & register: dowsbtw.com
#SBTW26
ALT Planned for government personnel and APEX Accelerator staff, SBTW is our premier workforce training event focused on best practices, tools, and insights that strengthen the defense industrial base.
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🗞️ JUST IN: 26.BZ Release 2 pre-release is LIVE! 🚀
@usairforce AFWERX are launching 6 D2P2 topics in AI, hypersonics, quantum, directed energy & more.
💡 Engage TPOCs now—access ends when submissions open May 27.
🔗 dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/…
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🎙️ JUST ANNOUNCED: 26.BZ & 26.TZ Release 1 are OPEN! 🚀
AFWERX is seeking solutions in Trusted AI, autonomy, sensing, cyber & more to solve real DAF challenges.
Act now—submissions close June 3!
🔗 dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/…
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Registration for Walk & Community Days 2026 is now open! Join us in a city around the nation this season to improve the research, advocacy, and support of immunocompromised individuals. Sign up today: bit.ly/4umdV5h
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May 13
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May 12
An incredible tour today with our Arizona Manufacturing Catalyst Committee at the @axon_enterprise manufacturing facility!
35 Council members got a firsthand look at the scale, technology & innovation powering advanced manufacturing in AZ.
Learn more about AMCC: buff.ly/e1P2ulE
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May 5
@USDOT’s SBIR program is back! Thanks to P.L. 119-83, the U.S. DOT Volpe Center is ready to facilitate $3M in new U.S. DOT funding.
Pre-solicitation is OPEN—learn about the topics to see how you can make a difference. is.gd/WB3nZj
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May the 4th Be With You 🚀
And with Arizona, the place where aerospace innovation goes from concept to launch.
Join us at the Council's inaugural Arizona Aerospace Summit.
Because the future of air, space & defense isn’t imagined here. It’s built here.
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AFWERX & SpaceWERX fuel innovation, awarding 10k contracts worth $7.24B for @USAirForce & @USSpaceForce📢 Open opportunities:
💥 26.BZ/26.TZ – Pre-release (opens this week)
💫 25.4/D – Closes May 13
☄️ PY26 Space STRATFI – Closes May 29
🔗 lnkd.in/d8ZwSDa
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It's not uncommon for a person with primary immunodeficiency (PI) to manage physical and mental health conditions. Managing your mental health can help ease the stress of living with a serious chronic healthcare condition! Help us raise awareness by sharing this post. 🦓 💙
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Apr 29
BIG NEWS: The @USDOT SBIR Pre-Solicitation opens today!
This is your chance to preview 10 research topics before the official proposal window opens. Ready to innovate?
Learn more and submit your questions: is.gd/WB3nZj
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Your donation helps people like Ben get answers, because we all deserve to play in the rain. bit.ly/41MkcLd
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Live LYNX demos for businesses pursuing or competing for government contracts. Learn to showcase capabilities, assess readiness, & match with opportunities. Built to help you move faster. Seats are limited. Register: business.defense.gov/Resourc…
#GovCon #DIB #GovTech #LYNX #Industry
ALT Businesses across the country are looking for better ways to navigate government contracting and find the right opportunities. We’re hosting a series of live demo sessions to walk you through how LYNX, the Department of War's digital platform, helps businesses.
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This week is all about raising awareness, supporting those affected by primary immunodeficiency (PI), and advancing education and advocacy. What better way to continue that momentum than by coming together at the 2026 National Conference? bit.ly/3OyIV2p
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Apr 22
Unlock the power of generational collaboration with AZTC on May 1 at The Treasury 1929.
Panel live jazz 🎷
Register here: aztechcouncil.org/event/2026…
#ArizonaTech #MutualMentorship
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