About EBHC

We are a women-owned business dedicated to empowering clients through game-changing non-dilutive funding opportunities. We bring a deep, strategic understanding of federal grant processes and requirements, ensuring that every proposal is highly competitive and compliant with all guidelines. Our unwavering commitment to the highest ethical standards and adherence to funding laws guarantees a trusted, confident partnership.

With a proven track record of securing over$453,379,687.00 in non-dilutive funding, we support high-growth startups, small businesses, and organizations within the innovation ecosystem. Our comprehensive services span the entire funding journey, from locating the best opportunities to applying for and managing grant applications with precision. We believe non-dilutive funding is crucial for reducing investment risks, fostering innovation, and driving economic growth.

Core Values

• Championing Early-Stage Innovation: We empower innovators to tackle critical social, cultural, and environmental challenges, fostering a thriving ecosystem.
• Client-Centric Excellence: We deliver exceptional services, prioritizing transparency, personalized strategies, collaborative partnerships, and unwavering ethical standards.
• Knowledge Sharing & Impact: We believe in empowering others through shared knowledge, ultimately measuring our success by the positive impact we create for our clients and communities.
• Growth Mindset: We cultivate a culture of continuous learning and development, embracing challenges and seeking innovative solutions for ourselves and our clients.

Privacy, Security, and Compliance

We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data privacy and security. We adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) to ensure the protection of customer and business data. We also meet Service Organization Control (SOC 2) criteria and controls for safeguarding sensitive information.

Data Security and Certifications

All employees at E.B. Howard Consulting undergoes extensive training and certification, including:

• National Institutes of Health (NIH) training on information security, privacy, and security awareness.
• What Works Clearinghouse Group Design Standards Training through the Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences (IES).
• Our staff is fully certified to protect human subjects, in compliance with the federal Office for Human Research Protections requirements. We are well-versed in working on projects that require Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval.

Additionally, our team completes at least 30 hours of professional development annually to enhance their skills and stay current with industry standards. Our data systems are protected with advanced encryption, and we regularly conduct external audits to ensure compliance with the highest security measures.

Ethics and Privacy

We adhere to the American Evaluation Association’s Guiding Principles for Evaluators and place a strong emphasis on integrity and ethical conduct. These principles are fundamental to our mission and guide every aspect of our work.

Insurance Coverage

E.B. Howard Consulting carries comprehensive insurance to cover our evaluation services, including General Liability, Workers’ Compensation, and Errors and Omissions Insurance. If you need a copy of our Certificate of Insurance, please reach out to us.

EBHC Team

Our team is dedicated to guiding and assisting your organization’s non-dilutive funding efforts from the first identification of the most suitable opportunity through to submission and subsequent post-award reporting requirements.

Christine E.B. Howard

Founder & CEO

My work centers on leading grant writing and program evaluation efforts for innovation-driven initiatives that advance emerging technologies, commercialization pathways such as SBIR/STTR, and regional economic development initiatives including NSF Engines, EDA Tech Hubs, and the EDA ReCompete program. I also work across the broader innovation ecosystem, including NSF ART, NSF IUSE, and NSF ATE initiatives that strengthen research translation, workforce development, and STEM pathways.

Elizabeth Bunich

Senior Client Funding Strategist

My work focuses on securing competitive grant funding and developing strategic proposals that advance innovation, technology development, and community impact. I work across the public funding and innovation ecosystem supporting startups, researchers, municipalities, and mission driven organizations pursuing federal and foundation grants. My work helps transform complex ideas into competitive proposals that enable organizations to launch new technologies, strengthen communities, and bring innovative solutions to market.

Amber Clark

Senior Client Funding Strategist

My work focuses on federal funding strategy, proposal development, and program evaluation using a foundation of Project Management and Scrum Master certification. I contribute to SBIR/STTR commercialization pathways and broader innovation ecosystem programs, helping organizations navigate opportunities across agencies including NSF, NIH, DoD, DOE, and EDA while strengthening research translation, technology development, and regional economic growth.

Sarah Sarviss

Client Funding Strategist

My work focuses on managing complex technology initiatives and supporting organizations in identifying non dilutive funding opportunities that advance innovation and growth. I work across the technology and innovation ecosystem supporting startups, product teams, and organizations developing software, SaaS platforms, and digital solutions. My work helps organizations align technology, market strategy, and funding pathways to successfully launch and scale new products and services.