trendnet
E X P E R T I S E A D V I C E S E R V I C E

We invite you to join Alaska's network of technology research and development experts.

What is trendnet?

trendnet is a network of experts, professionals, and service providers dedicated to the research and development of new technologies in Alaska. The Technology Research and Development Center of Alaska (trend), a non-profit specialty center within the UAA Small Business Development Center, coordinates the network in order to:

• Enhance the capacity of services and expertise already available through trend
• Better link existing providers of local and statewide support services, existing networks, and sources of information and expertise
• Provide access to national sources of expertise
• Increase the competitiveness and success of Phase I awards from the Small Business Innovation and Research Program and the Small Business Technology Transfer Program
• Collectively advocate for technology-based economic development

How trendnet works

trend refers clients with particular research and development challenges to trendnet members for assistance. These referrals are based on the area(s) of expertise and the extent of assistance that network members volunteer (See attached application).

Network Members

Experts are tech/research staff and university faculty providing assistance with:

• Product development (patent, prototype, drawings)
• Local and Federal lab access
• Academic and business partnerships

• Technology Transfer
• Assessment of scientific/technical merit
• Alternative funding sources and financial resources

Professionals are business persons and government officials assisting in:

• General business management
• Marketing management
• Technology management
• Technical writing expertise

• Financial management
• Commercialization strategies
• Business planning
• Manufacturing experience

Mentors are grant winners (SBIR: Small Business Innovation Research) in Alaska as well as nationally that provide:

• Strategies to compete more effectively
• SBIR/STTR business management advice

• SBIR, STTR and Phase 0 Proposal review

trend seeks to provide assistance throughout the innovation cycle, from concept or idea to the commercialization of a new product or process. With your support, we can provide Alaskan companies with the expertise, advice and information they need to grow technology in Alaska. If you would like more information about trendnet, call trend at 274-7232 or visit our website at www.localhost:8888/trend

 

TRENDNET MEMBER APPLICATION

Please complete and return this application, along with a current resume, at your earliest convenience. The Technology Research and Development Center of Alaska will use the following information to determine the extent of assistance you are able to provide, as well as maximize the effective use of your valuable time.

PERSONAL INFORMATION


First: MI: Last:

Company/Organization:

Mailing Address:


Phone:

Email: Fax:

Website:

NETWORK  PREFERENCES (Check all that apply)


Service Provider Expert SBIR Mentor Other

If other please specify:

TIME COMMITMENTS

1-2 hours/month 5-10 hours/month 3-4 hours/month On an "as needed" basis

SPECIALTY

Listed below are categories of business expertise and types of organizations. Please check your area(s) of expertise that can assist trend clients:

AREA OF EXPERTISE

Advanced Materials
Aerospace/Aviation
Agriculture
Biotechnology
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Communications
Computer Hardware
Computer Software
Conferences
Construction
Consulting
Contract Manufacturing
Control/Measurement
Economic Development
Electronics
Energy & Power
Environment
Financial Services
Fisheries & Oceans
Food Processing
Forestry
Government Contracting
Grant Writing

Health & Medical
Industrial Design
Industrial Engineering
Industry Standards
Laboratory Services
Legal Services
Management Services
Marketing Services
Mechanical Design
Mechanical Engineering
Mining
Oil & Gas
Patents, Copyrights
Pharmaceutical
Photonics
Physics
Tax Planning
Technology Transfer
Technical Writing
Testing Services
Training & Manuals
Transportation
SBIR/STTR Program
Venture Capital
Other

TYPE OF ORGANIZATION

Federal Agency
State of Alaska Agency
Regional/Municipal Agency
University College
Public Agency
Private Sector Business Owner
Industry Association
Professional Organization
Public/Private Consortium
Non-profit Organization
Other:

TREND is a US Small Business Administration Cooperative Agreement partially funded by the SBA.
SBA's funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions, or services.
All SBA funded programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.

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