Fueling Innovation: How AI Startups Can Maximize R&D Credits (Lunch and Lea

Join us on August 13 to explore how AI startups can strategically leverage R&D tax credits to drive innovation and reduce costs. This session will break down key steps in identifying, documenting, and maximizing credits to support your startup’s growth.

Unlocking the full potential of innovation isn’t just about cutting-edge tech—it’s about strategic financial insight. Join us for a dynamic session with Matt Roberts, seasoned R&D tax credit expert and founder of Better Credits, Inc., as he reveals how AI startups can leverage R&D credits to fuel growth, offset costs, and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

With over two decades of experience, including 12 years in the Big 4 and advisory roles with venture-backed startups, Matt brings a rare depth of tax technical expertise tailored for founders and operators in the startup space. In this talk, Matt will demystify the R&D credit lifecycle—from scoping and documentation to defense—and share actionable strategies for maximizing value through innovative software partnerships.

Whether you're an early-stage founder, finance lead, or growth strategist, this is your opportunity to gain insider knowledge that turns technical ingenuity into real financial returns.

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