2018 TTO Virtual Proposers Day
 

PM Meetings

PM meetings are an opportunity for individuals and/or organizations to meet individually with a TTO PM to discuss ideas and/or technology solutions to increase success in responding to the TTO Office-Wide Broad Agency Announcement (BAA).

Attendance will be limited to three (3) individuals per session and one session per PM. A business unit may request meetings with more than one PM, but must submit a unique "elevator pitch" for each request (please see instructions below). Individuals requesting a PM meeting for a group must include information for all participants. Logistical information regarding virtual conferences, visiting DARPA, and PM meeting scheduling will be provided with your PM meeting acceptance within three (3) business days of your application.

You will have the option to schedule either an in-person or virtual PM Meeting. If you select a virtual PM meeting, in your confirmation email you will receive Quick Guides to accessing Skype for Business.  This application enables you to share documents with the PM in real time. More information regarding Skype can be found on the Skype for Business tab in this site.

Guide to a Successful Program Manager Meeting

The goal of the PM meeting is for the PM to hear about your vision and answer your questions. Tell us your ideas for truly revolutionary technologies that are aligned with TTO's interests, as well as your thoughts on how we can tap into new ideas that can strengthen existing programs.

Other useful tips:

  • Quality is more important than quantity. You have 15 minutes to convey your point to the PM. It is recommended you emphasize the most important points of your concept.
  • Provide a well-thought out summary of your ideas during the registration process. This will be provided to the PMs as preparatory material. Providing a visual aid is encouraged.
  • You have already provided a 350–500 word summary-your "elevator pitch" with registration. Should you wish to use any other materials, it is encouraged that you provide a copy for the PM during the meeting. For virtual meetings, you will have the opportunity to share materials with the PM through Skype for Business.
  • TTO recommends that individuals/organizations understand the domains and objectives of TTO and the Disruptive Capabilities for Future Warfare BAA. Do your research by accessing the following resources: