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SSTI 2013 Annual Conference DemographicsLast year’s conference was attended by more than 300 local, regional and national leaders in economic development from 40 states and four countries.

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“The SSTI Conference is arguably the single-most important TBED event of the year. A must-attend for those who want to stay at the forefront of their discipline.”

Belinda Snyder Program Manager, Richard P. Feynman Center for Innovation, Los Alamos National Laboratory

“The great programmatic content, combined with great networking, make SSTI’s conference my favorite source of information and intelligence to support my work.”

John W. Hardin Executive Director, Office of Science & Technology, North Carolina Department of Commerce

The annual event everyone keeps talking about …

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communities are always changing, so what

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encouraging regional prosperity?

Is it a period of transition or transformation?

Science, technology, entrepreneurship and innovation fully permeate and drive

nearly all aspects of our society. For some, the changes underway mean creative

destruction. Others sense chaos. Is our field coming of age and a new, shared

vision emerging?

Over two days, more than 300 practitioners, shareholders and policymakers

interested in participating more effectively in this changed landscape will

convene in Chicago to share best and promising practices in response to the

new opportunities arising.

With tracks focused on improving innovation networks and initiatives,

increasing critical risk capital, and exploring higher education’s new roles,

Regional Prosperity Through Innovation will help guide you through today’s

changing–and challenging–times.

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Brash Thinking, Bold Ideas, Big ImpactsWe hope you expect big things from your efforts to support regional prosperity, because we do. Everyone is counting on you to make a difference in your local economy—and the world—through everything your team does around science, technology, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Innovation doesn’t stop with the researchers and companies you’re working with. We need innovation in how we approach prosperity as well.

SSTI’s opening plenary session and accompanying discussion groups will immerse you immediately into some of the best new thinking, actions and resulting impact around improving regional prosperity. Through a fast-paced series of short talks, pitches and presentations, we intend to provoke, inspire, and motivate you. We want to move you quickly toward imagining exciting new paths for approaching regional prosperity, regardless of where you work and live.

After the session, participants move to smaller groups to start conversations around the challenges and opportunities we heard and the initiatives and impacts we want to scale and replicate.

J.B. PritzkerJ.B. Pritzker is an entrepreneur, investor and philanthropist. He is Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Pritzker Group, a private investment firm with offices in Chicago and Los Angeles. Pritzker Group comprises three professional investment teams: middle-market acquisitions, technology venture capital and asset management. Pritzker Group Private Capital acquires middle-market manufactured products, services and health care companies. Pritzker Group Venture Capital, founded in 1996 as New World Ventures, is the largest technology venture investor

based in the Midwest. The firm invests nationally in rapidly growing technology companies at all stages of their growth, with a principal focus on enterprise software, ecommerce and managed services. Pritzker Group Asset Management partners with leading investment managers across the global public markets.

Mr. Pritzker is a leading proponent of entrepreneurship and a stronger technology sector focus in the Midwest. He chairs ChicagoNEXT, the mayor’s council on innovation and technology, and founded 1871, Chicago’s digital startup center. He played an important role in the creation of the Illinois Venture Capital Association, the nation’s top regional private equity association, and the Chicagoland Entrepreneurial Center, the leading regional advocate for entrepreneurs. He also co-founded Chicago Ventures and funded the startups of Techstars Chicago and Built in Chicago.

In addition to his business interests, Mr. Pritzker is an active philanthropist. He chaired the campaign to build the Illinois Holocaust Museum Education Center and is one of the nation’s leading supporters of high-quality early childhood education.

Mr. Pritzker earned an A.B. in Political Science from Duke University and a J.D. from the Northwestern University School of Law.

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Sustaining Your OrganizationThe old model for public and nonprofit organizations to sustain their operations was to rely almost exclusively on government funding and charitable corporate contributions, but with ever- tightening government and philanthropic resources, this old model is no longer functional for long-term success. Instead, successful organizations have a diversified revenue stream that allows them to accomplish their mission. In this session, we’ll look at how two long-running organizations with significant economic impact have supported their operations and how their experience might be translated to others.


Telling Your StoryHow well can you describe what your organization does in a few words? Is your pitch full of jargon and cliches that work in legislative budget hearings, but lead to looks on other listeners’ faces that leave you wishing you had simply said, “I’m an astronaut” or “firefighter”? With a messaging expert on hand, this no-fear session will have peers working with peers on how to explain your innovation initiative for better engagement and impact.

September 16, 8:45 AM-10:00 AM

Engaging Underserved CommunitiesA fully functioning innovation network should involve all communities, so how best to encourage entrepreneurship and greater participation in STEM careers by underserved communities? In this interactive session, we’ll examine approaches that are being taken and what lessons can be learned by both current and past approaches.


Corporate Connections: Connecting Large and Small CompaniesLarge companies can provide strategic partnerships, substantial sales revenue, and access to new markets for small companies. By connecting large corporations to startups and smaller companies, a period of rapid growth can be launched in the small business partners by triggering additional purchases, investments or partnerships. In this session, we’ll consider how two organizations are working to build these connections.

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New Approaches to CommercializationWorking to bridge the gap between research institutions and the marketplace, many research institutions are experimenting with new approaches to move beyond traditional technology transfer strategies. This panel discussion will examine several promising experiments to ease and speed commercialization.


An Emerging Trend : Innovation Throughout a UniversityOver the last decade, university involvement in economic development has become almost commonplace. An exciting trend is cultivating a culture of innovation throughout the university from engineering and business to the arts and humanities and breaking down silos to encourage cross-disciplinary collaboration. We’ll consider the experiences of two national leaders’ work in this area, the progress they’ve made and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.


University Role in Supporting Regional Manufacturing ClustersAchieving regional prosperity can be simpler when higher educational institutions are fully engaged in the regional economy. While spinning off tech companies and startups get most of the attention, the principle holds for involvement in manufacturing clusters. In this session, we’ll explore the work two universities have done to support and revitalize manufacturing clusters in their area.


Winning Big : Collaborating to Compete for Large Federal GrantsFor big consortia competitions, universities, TBED organizations and their partners shouldn’t wait for the federal government to release an RFP for new multi-million dollar awards. Successful projects are most often built on competitive collaborations and match that extend well beyond the final written proposal. In this session we’ll drill into the planning, strategy, resources and time requirements involved for two regions that snagged prominent federal awards.

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the terrific program that SSTI

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engaging and informative. The

information I learned was very

helpful in what I do in my job.

It addressed the current trends

and issues that are relevant to

the audience today.”

SitaSailajaPappuDirector,OfficeofCommercializationWashingtonStateUniversity


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Advising Entrepreneurs on Raising Funds in the JOBS Act EraWhether it’s crowdfunding regulations or greater flexibility on IPOs, the JOBS Act has changed the capital landscape for anyone working on regional prosperity through innovation. Who is crowdfunding most appropriate for? Who should avoid it? What do the new IPO rules and proposed changes to the definition of accredited investors mean for the entrepreneurs you’re working with? We’ll consider these questions and more.


Private Funds in NonprofitInnovation InitiativesPrivate sector interest in encouraging regional prosperity is at an all-time high, and hopefully going to continue to grow. Private investment funds, intended to make money, of course, but also to do good for the local economy are emerging across the country. Who better to manage these funds than the nonprofit venture development organizations already dedicated to geographically focused equity investment? In this session, we will explore how these public-private partnerships formed and discuss issues to consider.


Building Companies to StayOne of the biggest challenges in fostering regional prosperity can be retaining the companies that you have worked so hard to help launch and grow. This interactive session will examine the strategies being employed to build long-term relationships with startups and entrepreneurs to help them stay. We will consider if regional support programs, cluster-based efforts and capital initiatives that maximize local connections can increase company retention.

September 16, 10:30 AM-11:45 PM

Beyond Traditional Finance ModelsFor many startups and other potential high-growth businesses, the traditional forms of capital (e.g., angel investors, venture capital and loans) might not be the right answer. Driven by the capital crunch of the Great Recession, several innovative capital strategies are arising. During this panel discussion, experts will highlight several of these lesser-known approaches that could be an appealing alternative to help cultivate high-growth businesses in your region.

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Re-visioning Regional Development StrategiesTransformative technologies, changing demographics and the transitional nature of the economy have led to heightened interest in using new quantitative and qualitative regional analysis for developing innovation strategies that are responsive, adaptive and forward-looking. This discussion-based session starts our deep exploration of critical themes for regional strategies including: What are the limitations and advantages of different data sources? To cluster or not? Are we finding better innovation metrics? How to address the convergence of goals and approaches? How to measure system feedback, networks and effective connectivity?


Connecting Entrepreneurs to Global Capital and MarketsStartups should be thinking globally on day one, but making the right connections to international customers and investors takes time and expertise. Our panelists come from organizations that have built effective, long-term relationships with sources of global capital and linking local companies to international markets, and they will share their lessons learned on what has worked—and just as importantly, what has not.


Embracing Your Region’s Roots: Supporting Innovation in Rural CommunitiesIn the global economy, it is necessary for rural communities to transform themselves to attract talent and spur innovation, while still embracing their roots. During this interactive session, our panel of experts will share best practices from across the country on rural communities supporting entrepreneurship, spurring innovation, and connecting regional innovation assets to support economic growth. They also will share how communities are embracing and promoting their rural strengths to give them a competitive advantage in attracting and retaining talent and building strategic industry clusters.


Building Industry-Driven Innovation Ecosystems: An Illinois Case StudyIllinois has one of the most diverse economies in the nation, creating both challenges and opportunities for growth. Recognizing Illinois’ strengths in high-tech R&D, industries like cleantech are being positioned to be engines of future economic growth for the state. To achieve this potential, the state is developing industry-driven ecosystems encompassing research, commercialization and investment. In this session, we’ll use the energy storage industry as a case study, highlighting efforts to position the state as the hub for energy storage research, development and commercialization, including a research center, a venture fund and working with entrepreneurs and regional industry partners focused on the emerging priority for a cleaner energy future.

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Power Roundtable : Achieving TBED SuccessAccess to some of the best thinkers in the game is a key reason to attend the SSTI conference. When you are seeking advice or looking for new ideas, there is no substitute for one-on-one interaction with practitioners from top-performing TBED organizations. True to our power roundtable format, this session moves you around the room to promote dialogue and exposure to different viewpoints in the tech-based economic development field. The end result is at least 15 specific ideas you can take home to improve your region’s prosperity.


Crafting Places That Matter in the Innovation EconomyIt is often taken as an article of faith that simply putting talented researchers and entrepreneurs together in the same place will lead to cross-disciplinary innovation and promising startups. In reality, creating innovative spaces within incubators, accelerators and co-working centers, requires forethought, improvisation and continuous improvement. This discussion session, featuring designers and managers of these spaces, will explore what it takes to design, locate and facilitate the kinds of dynamic interactions that build more entrepreneurial regions.


What’s Ahead from the Federal GovernmentWhether it’s support for manufacturing institutes, regional innovation strategies, cluster development or commercialization, the federal government has become increasingly engaged in funding activities that encourage regional prosperity. In this session, we’ll learn what several federal agencies have in store for supporting regional prosperity.

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Democratizing Entrepreneurship : The Growth & Evolution of Accelerators, Co-working Spaces & IncubatorsOver the last decade, there has been an explosion in the number of accelerators, co-working spaces, and incubators to support entrepreneurs and startups across the country. This new phenomenon has left many economic development professionals with questions about how they fit in into their region’s innovation ecosystem. During this session, we will bring together experts to answer your questions about the evolution of fast-paced, flexible startup strategies and discuss what is next.

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Opening Reception at 1871

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Greater Oklahoma City Chamber Networking Break

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Excellence in TBED Awards Ceremony | Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase

Breakout SessionsInnovation Networks• Sustaining Your Organization

Higher Education’s Role• An Emerging Trend: Innovation Throughout a University

Innovation Capital• Advising Entrepreneurs on Raising Funds in the JOBS Act Era

Innovation Initiatives• Re-visioning Regional Development Strategies• Connecting Entrepreneurs to Global Capital and Markets


Breakout SessionsInnovation Networks• Telling Your Story

Higher Education’s Role• New Approaches to Commercialization

Innovation Capital• Private Funds in Nonprofit Innovation Initiatives

Innovation Initiatives• Building Industry-Driven Innovation Ecosystems: An Illinois Case Study• Embracing Your Region’s Roots: Supporting Innovation in Rural Communities

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Breakout SessionsInnovation Networks• Engaging Underserved Communities

Higher Education’s Role• Winning Big: Collaborating to Compete for Large Federal Contracts

Innovation Capital• Building Companies to Stay

Innovation Initiatives• Power Roundtable: Achieving TBED success• Crafting Places That Matter in the Innovation Economy


Breakout SessionsInnovation Networks• Corporate Connections: Connecting Large and Small Companies

Higher Education’s Role• University Role in Supporting Regional Manufacturing Clusters

Innovation Capital• Beyond Traditional Finance Models

Innovation Initiatives• Democratizing Entrepreneurship: The Growth & Evolution of accelerators, Co-working Spaces & Incubators• What’s Ahead from the Federal Government

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Trends, New Developments and the Road AheadIn this interactive plenary session, we’ll tie together what we’ve learned through the last day and one-half with SSTI’s distillation of the latest trends in tech-based economic development, the most daunting challenges ahead and their implications. With active audience participation, SSTI’s President and CEO will serve as both provocateur and community builder in this engaging session that is a perennial favorite.


Better Regional Assessment for More Effective Prosperity StrategiesRegional assessment is of fundamental importance for crafting appropriate public-private strategies to support innovation and prosperity. It’s a rapidly changing field of practice though, as new analytics are available through technological advances and our understanding of innovation, systems and networks evolve. Limitations of past approaches to regional assessment for guiding new, innovation-based strategies are becoming more apparent, too, requiring new plans and strategies.

SSTI is dedicating an entire afternoon workshop option to introduce practitioners and policy makers to some of the best advances in tools and techniques toward improving understanding of regional dynamics through quantitative and qualitative analysis. A team of experts from the public, academic, nonprofit and private sectors will arm you with the latest thinking toward regional assessment, network dynamics, innovation metrics and cluster analysis to make your future prosperity strategies more effective.

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SSTI’s Federal Agenda: Next StepsThree years ago with special financial support from several members, SSTI launched a federal- relations strategy. As a result of that work, new financial resources have become available for tech-based economic development, but we have much more to do. Join us for a briefing on the work we’ve undertaken, the progress we’ve made and participate in a roundtable discussion on next steps for our work as we move into 2015 and begin to prepare for the 2016 elections.


Making Innovation a Reliable and Repeatable Process: Innovation Engineering WorkshopIs your agency or organization as innovative as the companies that you serve? Do you know what products and services you will offer in 2016 and beyond? This workshop will offer a hands-on introduction to an innovation system that will help you make new product and service development a repeatable and reliable process, not a random event.

By adopting this system, based on the teachings of Dr. Edward Deming, the father of total quality, your organization will be following the guidelines that you set, but your staff and stakeholders will be empowered to be part of the solution. During this workshop, you will focus on a single important challenge or opportunity for your organization, and move several ideas forward to the development phase.

than $15.5 billion invested in R&D annually. Investment in research gives Illinois a competitive edge in attracting and expanding tech-based companies, and has given rise to such inventions as the cell phone, the ultrasound, the LED, the first web browser, and the blockbuster nerve pain relief drug Lyrica®.

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Illinois is a global business capital that puts science, technology, and innovation to work for its residents and economy. With world-class logistics, leading research institutions, global headquarters of 33 Fortune 500 companies, and a robust network of startup infrastructure and companies, Illinois is home to an innovation landscape that helps translate ideas into new products and companies. These strengths drive dynamic and growing industry segments that include advanced manufacturing, life sciences, clean energy, food and agriculture, transportation and logistics, banking and finance, and information technology.

At the Center of It AllIllinois is located at the crossroads of the American economy—both figuratively and literally. Boasting the third largest intermodal port in the world, Illinois is a global gateway for commerce with unparalleled access by road, rail, air, and waterways. About half of the nation’s rail freight comes through the state, which allows Illinois to quickly transport products nationwide and globally.

Highly Educated Workforce Illinois prides itself on investing in human capital, especially through education and workforce training. Illinois is home to more than 200 higher education institutions, 48 community colleges that offer career training in over 240 fields, and a 6.5-million-person workforce. This workforce is one of the best-trained in the country with unique strengths in industries such as biopharmaceuticals, information technology, and aerospace engineering.

Nexus of Innovation Illinois isn’t just a hub for products and people – it is also a hub for ideas. Through state support, more than 20 innovation hubs have launched across Illinois, generating more than $5 billion in federal and private investment to drive technology development and launch tech-based businesses across a variety of sectors. These innovation clusters are driving innovation, improving supply chains, and building an industry-driven workforce. Illinois is a state of innovators, makers, and builders with a strong legacy of manufacturing which today includes more than 19,000 firms. Illinois is also the center of the Midwest biotechnology cluster – the largest based on number of firms – and home to regional clusters like the Rockford Area Aerospace Network of over 200 firms and the Illinois Smart Grid Innovation Cluster.

Groundbreaking ResearchIllinois is home to 12 major research universities and 2 federal laboratories - Argonne National Laboratory and Fermilab, which combined with industry, represents more


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Excellence in TBED Awards Ceremony SponsorThe JPMorgan Chase Foundation focuses on driving economic growth and strengthening communities by partnering with local efforts to advance skills-based training, help small businesses, create affordable housing and improve financial capability for underserved people. The Firm gives more than $200 million annually to nonprofits around the world. More information on our support of small business clusters is available at www.jpmorganchase.com/SBF.

National Innovation Reception SponsorBattelle is a worldwide leader in the development, commercialization, and transfer of technology, and is the United States’ largest nonprofit R&D organization undertaking over 4,500 projects each year for industry, higher education, the public sector, and other clients globally. In addition to these projects, Battelle manages or co-manages and operates five U.S. Department of Energy laboratories. The Technology Partnership Practice (TPP), the technology-based economic development consulting arm of Battelle, focuses Battelle’s broad experience and capabilities to better serve state and local organizations, universities, and other nonprofit technology organizations. TPP’s efforts on behalf of clients encompass undertaking technology strategies and roadmaps, conducting economic impact analyses, analyzing research core competency strengths, and designing technology centers, research parks, and other research consortia. To learn more about Battelle Technology Partnership Practice, please contact Mitch Horowitz at [email protected]. battelle.org

Exhibiting SponsorsNational Institute of Standards and Technology’s Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NIST MEP) is a public/private partnership that works with small- and mid-sized U.S. manufacturers to help them create and retain jobs, increase profits, save time and money, develop new customers, and expand into new markets. nist.gov/mep

The Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer (FLC) is the nationwide network of federal laboratories that provides the forum to develop strategies and opportunities for linking laboratory mission technologies and expertise with the marketplace. federallabs.orgLike us on Facebook: federallabs • Follow us on Twitter: @federallabs

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber is the voice of Business and the visionary organization in Oklahoma City, consisting of more than 5,000 members. It provides economic development services to the city of Oklahoma City and Oklahoma County. In addition to the retention and expansion of existing companies and the recruitment of new ones, the Chamber has become a leader in entrepreneurship and an advocate for targeted industries in the region. greateroklahomacity.com

Website SponsorIdaho National Laboratory (INL) is a U.S. Department of Energy multiprogram research and development laboratory serving at the nexus of energy supply and security. Beyond its assigned lead role in nuclear energy, INL has a heritage of developing and delivering innovative national and homeland security technologies, protective environmental measures, and clean energy initiatives. inl.gov

Lanyard SponsorThe Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO) is the go-to source for entrepreneurial support and guidance for startups and early stage companies engaged in bringing innovative ideas to market. For 15 years, the organization has provided funding, mentoring and networking opportunities to support Maryland’s innovation ecosystem. TEDCO is an independent entity that makes seed/early stage investments and manages private capital for angel and venture capital funds. It is frequently ranked as one of the most active seed/early stage investors in the nation. The organization plays a key role in bringing research created in Maryland’s educational institutions and federal laboratories into the commercial marketplace. For more information on TEDCO and its programs and resources, visit TEDCO.md.

Dine-Around SponsorInnovation Policyworks LLC serves organizations dedicated to economic development by providing policy and strategy development backed by research and analysis, implementation expertise and operational support. Innovation Policyworks has almost 25 years of policy and operational experience in state government, economic development, academia, and consulting, primarily in rural America. Combined with our strong data collection and analytic expertise and our ability to synthesize lots of types of information, we can communicate and connect with a wide variety of audiences. innovationpolicyworks.com

Friend of TBEDGeorgia Research Alliance for more than 20 years has driven Georgia’s TBED strategy. A partnership of the state’s corporate, academic and government leadership, GRA expands frontier research in Georgia’s universities to launch new companies and create high-value jobs. GRA accomplishes its work by recruiting world-class scientists, investing in state-of-the-art infrastructure, and helping to commercialize discovery and invention. Since 1990, GRA has directed some $600 million in state funding, which has brought a return of $3 billion in new federal and private funds for research and startup capital, the launch of 300+ companies, and the creation of nearly 6,000 high-tech jobs. gra.org

A technology-focused organization, NorTech strengthens Northeast Ohio’s economic vitality by accelerating the pace of innovation in the region. Using its emerging industry expertise, NorTech provides companies, research institutions and diverse individuals with opportunities for collaboration that create jobs, attract capital and have long-term, economic impact. nortech.org

TechColumbus helps build and accelerate great companies by providing expert advice, access to capital, and business growth connections. We help grow the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Central Ohio by connecting entrepreneurs, advisors, resource providers, public sector entities, academia, and corporations who share startup passion. techcolumbus.org

Innovation Networks Track SponsorRecognizing the ability of small businesses to drive innovation, SBA proudly co-sponsors the Innovation Network Track with SSTI.

SBA’s participation in this co-sponsored activity is not an endorsement of the views, opinions, products or services of any person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.


Monday, September 15, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Battelle National Innovation ReceptionNetworking takes center stage during the Battelle National Innovation Reception. The perfect way to end the first full day of the conference: engaging with a vibrant community of individuals who share your passion for bold, innovative ideas. Stimulating conversation with your peers from across the country combined with drinks and delicious hors d’oeuvres in a fun and relaxing atmosphere.

Monday, September 15, 7:00 PM

Dine-Around ChicagoChicago’s dining scene has it all. From lavish cuisine to deep-dish pizza, one thing is for certain in Chicago: an appetite is required. We are lining up a variety of the best restaurants in the area to enjoy. In addition to sampling some local fare, you have the opportunity to meet and network with attendees from around the nation. Each attendee is responsible for his/her own bill and gratuity. Advance reservations are available at ssticonference.org.

Sunday, September 14, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

SSTI Annual Conference Opening Reception @ 18711871 is Chicago’s Entrepreneurial Hub for Digital Startups. SSTI conference attendees will receive a behind-the-scenes look where Chicago’s brightest entrepreneurs, digital designers, and engineers are re-shaping new technologies. Launched in partnership with the State of Illinois, 1871 is a 50,000-square-foot facility connecting startups with programming, university resources, and potential investors. Every day the people at 1871 share ideas, make mistakes, work hard, build their business and, with a little luck, change the world.

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State Legislators Get Member Rates for Conference RegistrationsSSTI offers state legislators the member-discountrate. Encourage your legislative leaders to attend the event of the year for TBED policy and practice! Past participation has helped advance TBED strategies in a number of states.

Substitutions, Refund and Cancellation PoliciesSubstitutions for paid registrations can be made at anytime – even the day of the conference! For cancellations made on or before September 3, SSTI will issue a refund by check, minus a $75 processing fee. After September 3, no refunds will be provided.

Westin Chicago River NorthThe Westin Chicago River North is offering SSTI conference participants the special room rate of $249 until 5:00 PM CT on August 22, or while supply lasts. To get the most of your time in Chicago, these outstanding rates will be honored from September 9-21, 2014.

The Westin Chicago River North320 North Dearborn, Chicago, IL 60654

Make your reservation by calling 312.744.1900 or 888.627.8359 and mention the SSTI room block.

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