Purdue University\u2019s Office of Industry Partnerships (OIP) is hosting an event on Wednesday (March 4) at Purdue\u2019s Indianapolis location. The event \u2014 called The Power of Partnership: Strategies for Pursuing Industry Connection \u2014 will cover how to forge high-impact partnerships that promote research, innovation, workforce development and economic impact. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The event will be led by experts who work within Purdue\u2019s Office of Industry Partnerships, including Luna Lu, vice president of OIP; Eric Woods, executive director of industry partnerships; Matthew Merzdorf, director of industry partnerships; Darla Mazur; director of operations for OIP; Angela Haan, executive assistant to OIP\u2019s vice president; as well as industry engagement and corporate relations directors from Purdue\u2019s College of Agriculture, College of Engineering, College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Science and Purdue Polytechnic Institute. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the event, experts will share the proven strategies they use to turn campus innovation into real-world success for faculty, students, and industry leaders. Experts will discuss successful collaborations and best practices for creating strong partnerships. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This event is geared toward faculty and staff at Purdue\u2019s Indianapolis location, but faculty who are on Purdue\u2019s West Lafayette campus are also welcome to attend. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Lilly Auditorium at Purdue University in Indianapolis\u2019 University Library, room UL 130 on the lower level. Lunch will be served to attendees, and registration is encouraged. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Purdue\u2019s Office of Industry Partnerships (OIP) builds strategic collaborations between Purdue University and industry partners to develop talent, drive innovation and support economic growth. OIP acts as a central resource, providing comprehensive internal support to all university units and acting as a concierge for external partners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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