DIRECTOR
Dr. Manny Oliver
Phone: 301-903-0309
Email:manny.oliver@science.doe.gov
Manny manages the DOE SBIR/STTR Programs Office and coordinates with the DOE programs offices that participate in the SBIR & STTR programs. He is primarily responsible for improving both the operations of the program to be more efficient and effective and for ensuring that the program outcomes address both the statutory purpose of the SBIR & STTR programs and the mission of the Department of Energy. He welcomes your feedback on experience with the programs and suggestions on how to improve their operation and outcomes.
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Carl Hebron
Phone: 301-903-1414
Email:carl.hebron@science.doe.gov
Carl coordinates the day to day operations of the SBIR/STTR programs. If administrative issues arise related to letters or intent, applications, or grants, please direct your questions to Carl. Please note that technical questions relating to topics should be directed to the DOE program managers listed in our Topics document.
COMMERCIALIZATION & OUTREACH ASSISTANCE PROGRAM MANAGER
Chris O'Gwin
Phone: 301-903-5713
Email:chris.ogwin@science.doe.gov
Chris coordinates our outreach efforts at state, regional, or national meetings and our commercialization assistance program. Please direct invitations to speak at SBIR/STTR events and any questions about commercialization assistance to him. In addition, he may contact you to inquire about commercialization success resulting from past SBIR or STTR awards. If you have success stories that you wish to report, please contact Chris.
PROGRAM SUPPORT
Amy Clark - (Contractor)
Central Programs Operations Number - 301-903-5707
Email:amy.clark@science.doe.gov
Amy manages our support team. She or her staff may contact you with specific questions about your letter of intent or applications. Please respond as quickly as possible to allow us to process your application on schedule. Our support team is also available to answer any questions you have about applying to DOE SBIR/STTR programs, e.g., “What is the level of effort requirement, and how do I calculate it?”