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SUMMARY:LEAD 2026: Integrating Higher Ed into the Corporate R&D Value Chain
DESCRIPTION:Breaking down silos. Bringing together industry\, higher education\, and innovators to shape the future of impact. \nCelebrating its 11th year\, LEAD Conference 2026 marks our most significant gathering yet! Bringing together leaders committed to shaping the future of innovation through bold collaboration. \nLEAD Conference 2026 convenes visionary leaders from industry\, higher education\, HBCUs\, community colleges\, government agencies\, nonprofits\, and economic development organizations to unlock the power of strategic partnerships. Together\, we will explore how cross-sector collaboration can accelerate innovation\, strengthen talent pipelines\, and drive meaningful\, long-term economic impact. \nAs organizations face rapidly evolving workforce demands\, emerging technologies\, and increasing pressure to innovate\, the connection between academia and industry has never been more critical. LEAD 2026 offers a dynamic platform for forward-thinking dialogue\, actionable insights\, and high-impact partnership development across the innovation ecosystem. \nThrough compelling keynote presentations\, executive-level panels\, cutting-edge research showcases\, and curated networking experiences\, attendees will gain practical strategies and fresh perspectives on advancing research commercialization\, workforce readiness\, regional growth\, and institutional success.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/lead-2026-integrating-higher-ed-into-the-corporate-rd-value-chain/
LOCATION:North Carolina Biotechnology Center\, 15 TW Alexander Drive\, Durham\, NC\, 27713\, United States
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