Building Successful Industry Partnerships�

• Resources and Tools to Find Industry Sponsored Research Opportunities

Jason Stockman – Corporate Research Partnerships Manager

Who we are

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• A partnership between the Research and Innovation Office & the University of Minnesota Foundation

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• Dedicated to linking businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs with the University's vast research resources

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What we do

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• Customized Partnerships – No one-size-fits-all solutions

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• Business-Aligned Expertise – Matching corporate needs with University strengths

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• Maximizing ROI – Creative approaches that drive real results

Corporate Engagement Center - Connecting Businesses with Innovation

Technology and Innovation

• Sponsor research
• License or commercialize technology
• Participate in center and institute activities
• Co-locate on campus
• Enlist faculty expertise
• Utilize specialized research facilities and equipment
• Become a member of U of M research consortium
• Venture investing

Corporate engagement model

The vast resources of our comprehensive research University can serve companies in five primary ways.

Executive and Employee Engagement

• Participate on U of M boards
• Serve as executive champion/sponsor
• Teach in classrooms
• Contribute expertise at U of M conferences and events

Workforce Development

• Recruit talent
• Engage with students
• Provide executive and continuing education
• Partner on K–12 outreach efforts to build a diverse pipeline

Outreach and Visibility

• Sponsor and participate in events
• Volunteer and mentor
• Host a corporate alumni network
• Naming opportunities
• Global programs

Place-based Partnerships

• Co-locate to campus
• Specialized facility and �equipment sharing
• Real estate development
• Commercial tenancy

The CEC as Your Matchmaker

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• We connect university researchers with industry partners by identifying company needs and matching them with University expertise.

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• Our goal is to advance conversations so you can focus on your research.

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How to Make the Most of the CEC

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• Let us know you’re interested in industry partnerships.

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• Share your experience level with industry collaborations.

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• Tell us about your research focus and expertise.

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• Define the unique value you bring to an industry partner (your Industry Bio).

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Leveraging the CEC for Industry Partnerships

Industry Funding Opportunities – Monthly Email Update

Halo Science - Connecting Academia and Industry

https://www.halo.science/

Benefits for the Academic Resercher

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• Direct Access to Industry Collaborations

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• Funding Opportunities

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• Expanded Professional Network

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• Streamlined Proposal Process

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Halo Science - Connecting Academia and Industry

https://www.halo.science/

IN-Part - Connecting Academia and Industry

www.inpart.io

Define Your Value

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• Identify what makes you unique

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• Translate your research into business applications

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• Position yourself as a bridge between academia and industry

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Build an Industry-Friendly Online Presence

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• LinkedIn

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• Personal & Professional Websites

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Creating Your Industry Brand

Network with Industry Professionals

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• Attend industry conferences, workshops, and networking events

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• Join professional organizations and industry groups

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• UMN Industrial Advisory Boards

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Make Your Research Industry-Friendly

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• Present at industry conferences, panels, and corporate research meetings

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• Work on real-world problems through consulting or collaborations

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Creating Your Industry Brand