OEDIT Launches Advanced Industries Colorado-Israel R&D Grant

DENVER - The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) today launched the Colorado-Israel R&D Grant, a new initiative under the existing Advanced Industries (AI) Accelerator Grant Program. The new grant supports greater collaboration between Colorado and Israeli companies.

The AI Colorado-Israel R&D Grant advances the terms of a Cooperation Agreement signed by Governor John Hickenlooper and Israel's Chief Scientist Avi Hasson in October of 2015. The main objectives of the Agreement are to facilitate and promote bilateral and multilateral research and development projects between entities from Colorado and from Israel, to identify and endorse existing national and international programs for supporting joint research and development projects, and provide access to relevant funding schemes.

"Colorado and Israel share the benefits of having a highly educated workforce and knowledge-based economy. We also share similar strengths in industry clusters and face similar global challenges," said Gov. Hickenlooper. "The alignment of industry strength, such as Information and Technology, coupled with strong R&D creates the potential for meaningful partnerships. We are thrilled to launch this program that will further enhance collaboration on future projects."

The new grant will support projects that will take place in Colorado between Colorado and Israeli companies that have agreed on a partnership arrangement. Awarded funds will help companies offset some of the costs of their R&D projects. Project may include pilot projects (i.e. experimenting with/implementing an Israeli technology in Colorado) or jointly developed technologies (i.e. a water technology or medical device).

Colorado companies interested in applying for the new AI Colorado-Israel Grant must identify as at least one of the following Advanced Industries: Bioscience/Life Science; Advanced Manufacturing/Advanced Materials; Energy - including Natural Resources, Cleantech, Water and Agricultural Systems; Aerospace - including defense; Technology and Information; Electronics; or Infrastructure Engineering. Companies also must have an Israeli partner with which they plan to execute a joint project (Colorado companies seeking Israeli companies to partner with are encouraged to contact or visit the Israeli Center for R&D website).

Colorado companies can apply for a grant beginning today through June 1, 2016. For more information or to apply, please click here.


Contact: 
Office of Economic Development & International Trade
Holly Shrewsbury, 303-892-3847 [email protected]

Applications Being Accepted for Governor's Award for Excellence in Exporting

Did you hear about the Governor's Award for Excellence in Exporting? If not, it's an annual award to recognize economic growth through international business and World Trade Center Denver is now accepting applications for the 2016 awardee. If you know of a company that should be recognized, have them follow this link and submit an application. Also, feel free to pass the press release below along to others in your network. Thank you!

Applications being accepted for Governor's Award for Excellence in Exporting

DENVER - Thurs., March 17, 2016 - The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) and the World Trade Center Denver are now accepting applications for the 2016 Governor's Award for Excellence in Exporting. This award has been given to Colorado exporters annually since 1970 and recognizes economic growth through international business. 

The Excellence in Exporting award provides official recognition from the State of Colorado and can help local companies increase their competitiveness in international markets. The 2015 awardees were Diversified Machine Systems and Dean Swift Seed Co., and Oliver Manufacturing was the 2014 recipient. 

"Establishing rapport with potential customers half a world away can be challenging," said Jon Moreland, Oliver Manufacturing's Director of Sales and Marketing. "What better way to gain credibility in international opportunities than to tout an award from the Governor of Colorado." 

Colorado-based companies that have exported products or services for three years or more are eligible to apply. Applications are due on or before April 15, 2016. Winners will receive tickets to the 43rd annual World Trade Day conference on May 19, 2016. World Trade Day is the region's premier international trade event, and awardees will be recognized at the event. This year's World Trade Day theme is Exploring Your Trans Pacific Partners

Colorado exported nearly $8 billion in products in 2015, and an estimated $14 billion in services. The Excellence in Exporting Award recognizes this contribution to the state's economy by highlighting noteworthy accomplishments by Colorado exporters.

Please email [email protected] or call 303-592-5365 for more information.

 

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