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Peer Learning and Networking Webinar Series

William Bozza, Ph.D.

Contact William Bozza to learn more about this program.

The NCI SBIR Peer Learning and Networking (PLAN) webinar series provides an interactive forum for oncology biotech startups to hear best practices from NCI SBIR standout companies who have achieved success in product development and technology commercialization.

As part of each webinar, participating small businesses share expertise on a specific topic and highlight resources that can support others on their journey from lab to market. The PLAN webinar is delivered in a two-part format: (1) short, pre-recorded panelist presentations that introduce key concepts and experiences, followed by (2) a live virtual Q&A session where attendees can engage directly with speakers.

Part I. Video Recording:

Watch short ~10-minute panelist presentations in advance of the webinar to gain background on the topic and prepare questions.
 

Part II. Live Virtual Q&A Session:

Join a live interactive session to ask your questions and hear directly from the panelists and the moderating NCI SBIR program director.

Current PLAN Webinar:

From Scientist to Biotech Entrepreneur: Training, Mentorship, and Networks

Tuesday, November 10, 2026, from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. ET   [Register Now]

This session will explore how entrepreneurial training, mentorship, and startup networks can help scientists grow into biotech leaders and advance their companies and technologies. NCI SBIR-funded founders will share firsthand experiences with entrepreneurial training programs, accelerators, fellowships, mentorship, and startup communities, highlighting how these opportunities shaped their development as entrepreneurs, strengthened company and commercialization strategies, expanded professional and investor networks, and supported fundraising and company growth.

Previous PLAN Webinars

To access content from previous PLAN series, click on the link below:

If you have topic suggestions for the PLAN series, please email us at ncisbir@mail.nih.gov. 

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