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Exciting News: Featured on NAWBO’s “On The Go” Podcast!
Tune into NAWBO's "On The Go" podcast to listen to the discussion on grant funding and to know before applying ...

Federal Holidays: A Key to Successful SBIR/STTR Grant Submissions in 2025
Don't let federal holidays derail your grant proposal and submission timeline! Savvy applicants will plan ahead, and E.B. Howard Consulting ...

Testing How Different Agencies Align with Each Stage of Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs)
When pursuing government funding, understanding how different agencies align their programs and expectations with Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) is ...

NOAA FY 2025 Phase I SBIR solicitation announced!
Secure your place in the NOAA SBIR FY 2025 program. Your innovative solutions can make waves—and we’re here to collaborate ...

DHS FY25 SBIR Program Solicitation Closes January 21, 2025
Take advantage of this opportunity to contribute to homeland security innovation. The deadline is fast approaching—start your application now to ...

NIST SBIR Phase I Opportunity: Deadline December 27, 2024
NIST SBIR Phase I Opportunity: Deadline December 27, 2024 ...

Our Commitment to Your Success
At E.B. Howard Consulting, we are dedicated to helping you secure the resources and insights needed to achieve your mission ...

DoD SBIR 25.1 and STTR 25.A Solicitations Open Soon
DOD pre-release scheduled for December 4, 2024, and applications opening January 8, 2025, now is the time to start planning ...

What Applicants Need to Know About Selecting an Evaluation Firm for Their NSF ExLENT Proposal
Choose an evaluation firm with expertise, independence, NSF knowledge, experience in innovation ecosystems, and the ability to measure impact ...

NSF Announces Funding Opportunity to Train and Expand the U.S. Workforce Across Key Technologies
The NSF ExLENT program offers all Americans opportunities to gain the skills needed to succeed in key technologies and prepare ...

Understanding the Basics of Project and Program Evaluation
Learn why evaluation is crucial for successful projects and programs. Discover key components and practical steps to measure impact and ...

TRLs: A Roadmap to Innovation Success
echnology Readiness Levels (TRLs) are a key framework in SBIR/STTR programs that help assess the maturity and development progress of ...

Unlocking the NIH Small Business Transition Grant: Your Path to Innovation Success
The NIH Small Business Transition Grant (R41/R42) helps small business concerns (SBCs) employ and develop entrepreneurial Program Directors/Principal Investigators (PDs/PIs) ...

The Role of Evaluation in Customer Success
Learn how evaluating customer feedback and outcomes can lead to better service and higher satisfaction. Discover strategies for collecting, analyzing, ...

E.B. Howard Consulting Joins the SBIR Partnering Platform: Empowering Innovators to Access Non-Dilutive Funding
E.B. Howard Consulting is now listed on the SBIR Partnering Platform, connecting innovators with expert guidance to secure non-dilutive funding ...