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An Entrepreneur’s Experiences
Jeff Froikin-Gordon, Ph.D.CEO and Co-Founder
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What we do
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Our SBIR History
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USDA SBIR Phase I 2012 - 2013USDA SBIR Phase II 2013 - 2015
Objective: develop a product that will help small farmers more effectively participate in the regional produce supply chain
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Your funding agencyhas a vested interest
in your success.
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Key opportunity #1:
Mentorship
Structured guidanceTactical and strategicInsider and outsider
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Key opportunity #2:
Exposure
PublicityPartners, funders, competitors
Broad and deep view of the space
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Overall value:Market positioning
Identify the optimal positionDevelop a strategy for growing into that position
Gain the exposure needed
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You get outwhat you put in.