FITCI Fall Lecture Series

There are still a few more events scheduled in teh FITCI Fall Lecture Series. Not specifically Biotech, but I thought there may be a few of you out there who are interested:

FITCI’s/FCC Fall 2007 Entrepreneur Lecture Series Upcoming Events November 1, 2007: Fast Track Sales -How to Accelerate the Sales Process November 8, 2007: How to NOT Lose Your Intellectual Property Without Really Trying! November 15, 2007: Free Support for Frederick Entrepreneurs Now that you have a product or service- how do you sell it? If you have asked yourself this question, then you need to attend this session on “Fast Track Sales – How to Accerlerate the Sales Process” which will be held November 1, 2007 from 12 noon – 1:30 pm. This session is sponsored by Administaff.It’s not too late to register, but space is limited! We expect to exceed attendance at these last three events, so register today and as always look forward to an exciting interactive discussion. Next week’s feature topic “How to NOT Lose Your Intellectual Property without Really Trying” will be held on November 8, 2007. Invited speakers are H. Bryan Brewer – Crowell Moring Law Firm; Michelle Leveque – Leveque Intellectual Property Law and Dr. George Cox and Gianna Arnold – Miles and Stockbridge. If you are thinking about starting your own business, then don’t miss these informative sessions or if you know of someone who may benefit from these sessions, please let them know. Attendance to the seminars is FREE; however, prior registration is required. To register for any session simply click on the “RSVP for any Event NOW!” Please take time to join us for these exciting presentations! Michael J. Dailey, Executive Director Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. · November 1, 2007: Fast Track Sales -How to Accelerate the Sales Process FCC Conference Ctr7932 Opossumtown Pike E126AB Frederick, Maryland 21702 November 1, 2007 Noon -1:30 p.m. Sponsored by AdministaffSales is hard and continually motivating sales people is harder! Every company requires a sales methodology and a dedicated focus on the sales process to ensure a successful expansion. This session details specific actionable steps a start-up company can take to get a sales department up and running quickly end efficiently. Learn from the experts on how to get your sales team going and create a long-lasting, continually improving sales performance engine for your company! Invited speakers are B. Naik – Sandler Sales Institute and Mike Dailey – FITCI. RSVP for any Event NOW! · November 8, 2007: How to NOT Lose Your Intellectual Property Without Really Trying! FCC Conference Ctr7932 Opossumtown Pike E124AB Frederick, Maryland 21701 November 8, 2007 Noon -1:30 p.m. Sponsored by Miles and StockbridgeNo lawyer likes to tell a client, “Sorry, but you’ve already lost your intellectual property rights.” Our speakers will outline the steps you can take to protect your Intellectual Property Rights, answering such important questions as: “What disclosures should I avoid to protect my rights?,” “How do I make sure I own and control my intellectual property?,” and “How can I select and manage an effective brand?” Invited speakers are H. Bryan Brewer – Crowell Moring law firm; Michelle Leveque – Leveque Intellectual Property Law and Dr. George Cox and Gianna Arnold – Miles and Stockbridge. RSVP for any Event NOW! · November 15, 2007: Free Support for Frederick Entrepreneurs FCC Conference Ctr7932 Opossumtown Pike E124AB Frederick, Maryland 21701 November 15, 2007 Noon -1:30 p.m. Sponsored by Facility LogixEconomic development is critically interested in entrepreneurial activity in Frederick because of the growth in local entrepreneurs. Join us for an exciting discussion on what local government agencies and public resources have done to support the entrepreneur and what FREE support may be available to the entrepreneur in Frederick County. Invited speakers are Chris Olson of the Small Business Development Center and his panel of local experts from the City of Frederick and Frederick County. RSVP for any Event NOW!     Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc.401 Rosemont Ave. 3rd Floor Rosenstock Hall Frederick, Maryland 21701 301-694-2999 cmullican@fitci.org http://www.fitci.org · Registration Information: Space is limited! Register NOW! Cost: Free Admission. Lunch will be available with advanced registration. For additional information or questions send email to: cmullican@fitci.org

Md Stem Cell Research Fund

Apparently, the Md Stem Cell Research Fund is seeking applicants.  I say apparently, because I have spoken to at least two other people who applied last year, and who were not funded, who had not heard the news.  I have a low tolerance for their lack of aptitude in demonstrating some level of “Customer Service”.  I thought the government worked for the people?  Can’t decide if it’s worth the hassle to submit another grant this year, but here’s the info anyway from their web site:

Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund   Requests for Applications Maryland Stem Cell Commission Issues Request for Applications (October 1, 2007) RFA-MD-07-1 (UPDATED 10/1/07) Soliciting applications for Investigator-Initiated Research Grants, which are designed for investigators with preliminary data supporting the grant application. RFA-MD-07-2 (UPDATED 10/1/07) Soliciting applications for Exploratory Research Grants, which are designed for investigators who are new to the stem cell field and for exploratory projects without preliminary data. Letter of Intent Instructions Click Here for On-line Stem Cell Fund Applications Frequently Asked Questions For questions regarding the Stem Cell Commission or the RFAs, please email us at mscrfinfo@marylandtedco.org. Scientific Peer Review 2007 Exploratory Review Committee 2007 Investigator Initiated Review Committee General Info Maryland Stem Cell Commission Overview Maryland Stem Cell Research Act of 2006 Adopted Recusal Guidelines Scientific Peer Review Recusal Guidelines (adopted 1/16/07) Stem Cell Commission Recusal Guidelines (adopted 3/7/07) Meetings Notice of Public Meeting (October 9, 2007) Notice of Public Meeting (September 20, 2007) Notice of Public Meeting (May 15, 2007) Notice of Public Meeting (April 25, 2007) Notice of Public Meeting (March 7, 2007) Notice of Public Meeting (February 21, 2007) Notice of Public Meeting (January 16, 2007) Notice of Public Meeting (November 13, 2006) Notice of Public Meeting (October 10. 2006) Notice of Public Meeting (September 14, 2006) Notice of Public Meeting (July 27, 2006) Meeting Minutes Minutes of Meeting 5/15/07 Minutes of Meeting 4/25/07 Minutes of Meeting 3/7/07 Minutes of Meeting 2/21/07 Minutes of Meeting 1/16/07 Minutes of Meeting 11/13/06 Minutes of Meeting 10/10/06 Minutes of Meeting 9/14/06 Minutes of Meeting 7/27/06 Press Room Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission Recommends 24 Projects for Funding (May 17, 2007) Maryland Stem Cell Commission Receives 85 Applications for Funding Maryland Stem Cell Commission Issues Request for Applications (November 1, 2006) Maryland Stem Cell Commission Elects Chairman (July 28, 2006) TEDCO Announces Appointees to the Maryland Stem Cell Commission (July 6, 2006)