In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “RBII Fund” is part of the RBII Program through which TEDCO provides pre-seed investments to small or early-stage technology-based businesses in rural areas or rural communities. “RBII Program” means the Rural Business Innovation Initiative Program through which TEDCO provides pre-seed investment, technical and business assistance, mentoring services, and operational support to small or early-stage technology-based businesses in rural areas or rural communities.