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Watch the recording of this 30-minute insight webinar exploring our course, Establishing and Growing a Successful TTO. Designed for professionals involved in technology transfer, commercialisation and innovation management, the course provides the knowledge, frameworks and practical tools needed to establish, develop and lead a high-performing Technology Transfer Office (TTO).
In this session, the course directors introduce the programme, discuss the key topics covered, and explain how the course can help organisations build successful TTOs that are fit for purpose, sustainable and aligned with institutional goals.
The webinar covers a range of topics, including:
- Different TTO models and lessons from practice
- Defining the vision, scope and position of a TTO
- Building strong operational foundations
- Growing and evolving a successful TTO
- People, structure and financial sustainability
- Solving common TTO challenges
Whether you’re establishing a new TTO, scaling an existing operation, or developing your institution’s commercialisation capabilities, this recording provides valuable insight into the course and how it can support your professional and organisational development.
Speakers:
- Luke Norman – Head of Professional Development, Knowledge Exchange UK
- Mairi Gibbs – Chief Executive Officer, Oxford University Innovation
- Michael Parker – Director of Knowledge Exchange, Northumbria University
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This Leadership in KE course is a pivotal component of the KE pathway. It is designed to bridge the gap between technical expertise and strategic leadership, preparing professionals to take on greater responsibilities and influence within their organisations. This course not only supports progression into managerial and director-level roles but also strengthens the capabilities of those already in leadership positions, ensuring they can navigate complex challenges and drive meaningful change.
This 30-minute webinar is tailored for KE professionals aspiring to leadership roles, as well as current managers and directors seeking to refine their leadership approach. Whether you are stepping into management for the first time or aiming to enhance your strategic impact, this course provides the tools and insights you need.
Rewatch this webinar to develop the leadership skills and strategic insight that could help shape impactful collaborations in the future.
Read more and book the course: Leadership in Knowledge Exchange – Knowledge Exchange UK | Formerly PraxisAuril
Speakers:
- Stuart Wilkinson – CEO Knowledge Exchange UK
- Professor Simon Haslam – Programme Lead, Institute of Directors & Visiting Professor for Durham University Business School
- Diana Galpin – Director Enterprise & Knowledge Exchange, University of Southampton
- Alisdair Aldous – Director of Strategy and Knowledge Exchange, Univeristy of Arts London
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The Developing Strategic Partnerships course is a core part of KEUK’s professional development offer, designed to support knowledge exchange professionals to move beyond transactional relationships and build purposeful, long-term partnerships that deliver mutual value and impact. The course focuses on the strategic, organisational and interpersonal skills needed to initiate, develop and sustain partnerships across academia, industry, the public sector and beyond.
This 30-minute insight webinar is aimed at KE, business engagement and research development professionals who are responsible for managing external relationships or who want to strengthen their strategic partnership capability. It is particularly relevant for those working with complex stakeholders, leading collaborative initiatives, or seeking to embed partnership approaches that align institutional priorities with partner needs.
Whether you are new to strategic partnerships or looking to refine your approach, this session will provide an overview of the course content, learning outcomes and practical benefits, helping you understand how the DSP course can support your professional development and enhance the impact of your partnerships.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how a more strategic approach to partnerships can strengthen collaboration, create long-term value and support successful knowledge exchange.
Read more and book the course: Developing Strategic Partnerships – Knowledge Exchange UK
Speakers:
- Dr Luke Norman – Head of Professional Development, Knowledge Exchange UK.
- Darlene Russell – UHI Knowledge Exchange, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Officer at University of the Highlands and Islands.
- Amanda Baxendale – Director, Silverhill Impact.
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