Grant Writing & Evaluation: SBIR/STTR, USDA, DOC, NSF, NIH, DoED, etc.
I am the CEO & Founder at E.B. Howard Consulting | Expert in Non-Dilutive Funding & Evaluation | Empowering Innovation and Economic Development.
I have secured over $150 million in non-dilutive grant funding for clients. This includes applying operational research theory and methodology, developing logic models, and handling projects demanding a profound understanding of mixed-methods research design, experimental design, and analysis.
Listed here are some of the focus areas and agencies where we have experience.
● Emerging Industries and Nascent Technologies: A focus on driving growth and innovation in rapidly evolving sectors, including quantum technology and the cannabis and hemp industries. Programs and agencies encompass various federal and state entities dedicated to advancing these cutting-edge industries.
● Postsecondary Education: A focus on STEM aimed at improving student outcomes, student support services, and faculty development (e.g., TRIO, Title III, Title V, Teacher Quality Partnership (TQP), Advanced Technological Education (ATE), etc.)
● Innovation and Commercialization: A focus on fostering innovation, economic development, and commercialization for small businesses and startups - Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) & Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs under USDA, DOC, DOD, DoED, DOE, DHHS, DHS, DOT, EPA, NASA, and NSF.
● Regional Economic Development: A focus on enhancing economic development through innovation, funding, collaboration, and targeted regional support - NSF Engines, EDA Tech Hubs, EDA Recompete, etc.
Here is what I offer:
🌐 Funding Opportunity Identification: I have an experienced team that excels at researching and identifying funding opportunities that align with your project's goals and objectives. This involves scouring government agencies, private foundations, and industry-specific programs to find grants and competitions that match your unique needs.
✍️ Grant Writing: I will work closely with you to understand your project, objectives, and vision and then create a customized grant proposal that maximizes your chances of success. My goal is to help you stand out in a highly competitive landscape.
📊 Evaluation/Post-Award Reporting: Securing a grant is just the beginning. My commitment to your success extends beyond proposal submission. I will assist you in fulfilling post-award reporting requirements, ensuring that you meet all obligations and maximize the benefits of your grant. I understand the importance of accountability and transparency in grant management.
Founded: 2013
Work Terms
Listed below are some of our recommendations & guidelines for a successful experience with us.
• Service Agreement & Deposit: It is our policy not to begin work until there is a signed service agreement. A signed serviced agreement and deposit is due before engagement can begin. We ask for a deposit of 50% of the invoice. The deposit is due at signing and the remaining amount is due at the end of the services agreement unless otherwise noted in the services agreement. The deposit is non-refundable.
• Payment: E.B. Howard Consulting accepts all major credit cards, direct bank transfers, and checks.
• Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm Eastern; Closed on ALL U.S. Federal Holidays.
• Regular Project Meetings: E.B. Howard Consulting encourages regular project meetings. Typically, this is once a week or as needed. This helps ensure that the project is on task, and on schedule.
• Realistic Time Frames: We typically will not take on projects with a deadline of less than 30 calendar days away from a deadline. Anything less than 30 days, we cannot confidentially ensure that your proposal is competitive or that the proposed project is accurate. We strongly recommend that project work starts between 90 to 60 days before a proposal or report deadline.
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