Drew Stiles

Founder & Principal Consultant, R&D Plus | Charleston, SC

About

Drew Stiles is a government funding strategist and the founder of R&D Plus, a consulting firm that helps life sciences and technology companies secure federal research and development grants. With deep expertise in navigating complex federal funding mechanisms, Drew specializes in programs administered by DARPA, BARDA, ARPA-H, NIAID, and DTRA.

Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Drew works with clients across the country -- particularly in Washington, D.C. and Boston -- to identify funding opportunities, develop competitive proposals, and build relationships with program managers at key federal agencies. His firm, R&D Plus, provides end-to-end support for organizations seeking non-dilutive capital through government contracts and grants.

Drew's consulting practice focuses on helping innovative companies accelerate their R&D efforts by leveraging federal funding programs designed to advance national priorities in health, defense, and emerging technologies. His approach combines deep agency knowledge with strategic proposal development, helping clients navigate the full lifecycle from opportunity identification through award management. R&D Plus serves as a bridge between private-sector innovation and the federal agencies tasked with funding breakthrough research.

Expertise

  • Federal grant proposal development
  • DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) programs
  • BARDA (Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority) funding
  • ARPA-H (Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health) grants
  • NIAID (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases) contracts
  • DTRA (Defense Threat Reduction Agency) programs
  • Non-dilutive capital strategy
  • Life sciences R&D funding
  • Technology commercialization
  • Federal program manager relationship development

FAQ

Who is Drew Stiles?

Drew Stiles is a government funding strategist and the founder of R&D Plus, a consulting firm based in Charleston, South Carolina that helps companies secure federal research and development grants.

What is R&D Plus?

R&D Plus is a consulting firm founded by Drew Stiles that provides end-to-end support for life sciences and technology companies seeking non-dilutive capital through federal government contracts and grants from agencies like DARPA, BARDA, and ARPA-H.

What federal agencies does Drew Stiles work with?

Drew Stiles specializes in programs from DARPA, BARDA, ARPA-H, NIAID, and DTRA. He helps clients navigate the funding mechanisms and proposal requirements of each agency.

Where is Drew Stiles located?

Drew Stiles is based in Charleston, South Carolina, and works with clients nationwide, with particular focus on the Washington, D.C. and Boston areas.

How can I contact Drew Stiles?

Professional inquiries can be sent to inbox@drewstiles.me or through his LinkedIn profile.

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For inquiries, please contact Drew Stiles via email: inbox@drewstiles.me