Personnel changes, shifting responsibilities, and evolving business priorities can interrupt even well-established university–industry relationships. This webinar will examine practical ways to sustain collaboration through transitions, reconnect with partners, and establish productive new relationships when a prior point of contact is no longer in place.
Through a facilitated panel discussion, engagement leaders from universities and industry will share approaches for identifying new contacts, clarifying responsibilities, and building connections across multiple points of contact. Participants will gain perspective on when a partnership may need to pause during a transition, how changing business conditions can affect engagement, and how to maintain a path toward renewed collaboration.
The session will begin with a moderated discussion and conclude with audience Q&A. It is designed for professionals in corporate relations, university relations, industry engagement, research development, and strategic partnership roles. Register today to gain practical approaches for maintaining and rebuilding the relationships that support successful university–industry collaboration.
Meet The Speakers
Wendy Clemens
Director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Pennsylvania State University
Dawn Mason
Assistant Vice Chancellor, Partnerships
North Carolina State University
Mark Nolan
Consultant
UI Collab
Margaret Pafford
Interim Executive Director of Corporate Engagement
Case Western Reserve University
This free webinar is open to UIDP members and nonmembers. Registration is required and subject to approval.
When
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
1-2 p.m. ET