Industry Readiness Program
The Industry Readiness Council (IRC) is comprised of industry and subject matter experts that offer a comprehensive professional development opportunity for UCF researchers to strengthen industry connections.
This initiative led by the UCF Office of Research’s Research Development team and UCF Advancement & Partnerships, and the following partners:
- The Florida High Tech Corridor
- Office of Research
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- Technology Transfer
- Contracts
- UCF Ventures
- UCF Business Incubation Program
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This council brings together a powerful network of stakeholders who have each championed industry collaboration in their respective areas.
Together, we are seeking to build a nimble, coordinated platform that elevates faculty readiness, strengthens UCF’s responsiveness to industry needs, and empowers faculty with the tools, insights, and connections to pursue and sustain meaningful partnerships.
Sign up for the next
Industry Readiness Bootcamp
united for impact.
BUILD YOUR SKILLSET WITH IRC’S BOOTCAMP
Our IRC SME’s are providing a one-day intensive bootcamp and fall seminar series designed to prepare faculty for meaningful industry engagement. Attendees will be able to:
- Develop strategic competencies, contextual awareness, and the requisite skills to effectively engage with industry and community partners.
- Articulate both individual and institutional value propositions in alignment with partnership goals.
- Strengthen their capacity to translate academic research and scholarly
- Gain familiarity with key UCF resources and support systems designed to facilitate research collaborations.
Looking to spark new collaborations and expand the research impact?
As part of IRC, the Research Development team established uKnight: A Connector’s Program, for researchers and partners to find and build lasting connections. uKnight provides a unique streamlined approach for groups and individuals that are seeking industry, community or academic collaborators.
Apply to uKnight in 3 easy steps:
1. Complete the uKnight collaboration form.
2. A Research Development team member will confirm
receipt by scheduling a 30-minute pitch session.
3. uKnight and start building connections!