The Premier Event for Regional Innovation Economies
Learn the Latest Trends & Practices
SSTI’s Annual Conference is an opportunity to learn the latest information on the macro trends affecting policy and practice related to regional innovation economies and tech-based economic development.
Through a variety of engaging session formats, including plenary talks, roundtable discussions, small group activities, panel presentations, and workshops, you will have an opportunity to hear what is working for your peers — and have opportunities to share your own successes, thoughts and challenges.
The topics you care about
SSTI conferences gather professionals working across arange of program and policy areas. Topics covered at these events include:
- Communicating purpose & impact
- Supporting entrepreneurs
- Increasing capital access
- Leveraging higher ed’s role in regional economies
- Measuring economic development initiatives
- Facilitating technology transfer & commercialization
- Advocating for better innovation policy
- Leading stakeholders networks
About SSTI
SSTI strengthens initiatives to create a better future through science, technology, innovation and entrepreneurship.
A national nonprofit organization, SSTI offers information and services that are needed to succeed in today’s innovation economy. We strive to maximize the capacity of our members to deliver successful outcomes within the context of the complex innovation communities in which they participate.
Learn more at ssti.org
Conference Agenda
SSTI’s 2020 Annual Conference agenda, which is still being developed, will cover a wide array of topics in a variety of engaging formats. Check back for updates.
Oct. 5
The conference will start in the afternoon (est. 1 pm) with roundtables and workshops digging into specific areas of interest.
Our Arkansas hosts are holding an opening reception this evening at the William J. Clinton Library and Museum.
Oct. 6
We will have a full day of plenary sessions, breakout panels and discussion groups, and a keynote talk.
Networking opportunities this day include the evening’s National Innovation Reception.
Oct. 7
The conference’s final half day will start with breakout panels and discussion groups, followed by SSTI president and CEO Dan Berglund’s popular “Trends in Tech-based Economic Development” talk.
The conference will conclude at 12:30 pm.
Join Your Peers
SSTI conferences are attended by hundreds of leading policymakers and practitioners, all looking to exchange ideas on how to create a better future through science, technology, innovation and entrepreneurship.
Over the course of the conference, you will have numerous opportunities to reconnect with old friends and to meet new colleagues from around the country and world.
Each SSTI Annual Conference provides ample networking opportunities, including receptions, 30-minute coffee breaks, interactive discussion sessions, dine-around options, and more.
Meeting Venue
SSTI’s 2020 Annual Conference will take place at the Little Rock Marriott, right in the heart of the downtown, river-side district.
Little Rock Marriott
3 Statehouse Plaza | Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
501-906-4000
Guest rooms are available for just $129 per night.
Reserve your room at the link below for stays from Oct. 4-7. Contact the hotel directly for longer stays, or to receive assistance.
If you experience any difficulties in making your reservation, please contact SSTI [ 614-901-1690 | contactus@ssti.org ] so that we may try to assist you.
Host Partner
Arkansas Partners
National Partners
Contact Jason Rittenberg for more information on how your organization can partner with SSTI: 614-901-1690 | rittenberg@ssti.org.
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