Industry-academic partnerships have emerged as a cornerstone of innovation, enabling the translation of cutting-edge research into impactful solutions. However, navigating these collaborations requires strategic planning, resource management, and effective communication. This session delves into the critical components of successful partnerships, including unlocking funding opportunities, negotiating protected time for research, and mastering the art of delivering compelling pitches to stakeholders. Participants will gain actionable insights from experienced professionals to drive impactful collaborations.

Objectives

• Identify strategies to unlock funding opportunities through industry-academic partnerships.
• Demonstrate techniques to secure protected time for research and development initiatives.
• Create persuasive and effective pitches to engage industry partners and stakeholders.