Faculty Workshops & Seminars: Building Your Industry Partnership Muscle

Join CU Boulder’s Industry Research Partnerships team for a series of workshops and seminars designed to give faculty the tools to thrive in research collaborations with industry.

These interactive conversations will walk you through the full journey of partnership development—from identifying how your research can address industry challenges to finding the right company fit, navigating engagement and contracting. You’ll also gain practical insights into managing intellectual property, expanding relationships and sustaining long-term collaborations. Think of it as a training ground to strengthen your “partnership muscle” and position your research for maximum impact beyond campus.

Upcoming Sessions

Industry Pathways Workshop: Turning Research Strengths into New Funding Streams

February 10 & 26, 2026
Preview Session on January 20

This workshop offers a clear view inside industry’s R&D priorities—and what companies actually look for when partnering with faculty. Understand the technical pain points driving corporate investment and how to position your research so it stands out.

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Past Events

The Dos, Don'ts, and Discoveries of Industry Research Partnerships (October 9, 2025)


Find Your Fit: Where Research Meets Industry Challenges (September 10, 2025)


Industry Research Partnerships Info Session (August 4, 2025)

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