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Inviting all professionals and stakeholders from universities/research organisations, industry, government, and enabler organisations involved in facilitating, supporting and promoting university-industry engagements.
The University Industry Innovation Network (UIIN), in partnership with the Southern African Research and Innovation Management Association (SARIMA), is excited to be hosting the upcoming UIIN South Africa Forum under the theme: University-Industry Engagement for Innovation and Impact.
This 1.5-day Forum, to be held in Johannesburg, 10-11 April 2024, at the Southern Sun ORT Hotel addresses the challenges and opportunities in university-industry engagement for innovation and impact in the South African context.
As with all UIIN National Forums, the UIIN-SARIMA SA Forum promises to be a standout event that provides a platform to connect innovation ecosystem actors who are passionate about driving innovation, collaboration, and impactful change through university-industry partnerships and collaborations.
The UIIN-SARIMA SA Forum is set to be a stimulating gathering of representatives from industry, universities, enabler organisations and government departments and agencies, all focused on addressing the challenges and opportunities in university-industry engagement for innovation and impact within the South African context
EVENT DETAILS:
• Dates: 10-11 April 2024
• Venue: Southern Sun OR Tambo Hotel
• Registration Fee: R4,400.00 (incl. VAT)
• CLICK HERE to view the Programme & Speaker Information
Accommodation Options:
You need to make your own travel and accommodation plans
• Southern Sun ORT Hotel (Event Venue)
• Bookings: Zinhle Masilela - zinhle.masilela@southernsun.com
• There are numerous other hotels around the ORT International Airport Venue.
Transport:
• A complimentary shuttle runs every 15 minutes and is located at the airport bus terminal. Click here to view directions to shuttle
Payment of registration fees:
• All registrations made after 05 March 2024 will need to be paid for online via credit card
• All payments against invoices must be made within 21 calendar days
• Registrations where payment is not received by 02 March 2024 will be cancelled
Ready to join us?
• Continue to the next page to register!
Why attend?
• Cutting-edge insights:
Discuss the latest trends, experiences and best practices in university-industry engagement, gain insights from both local and international models of university-industry engagement for innovation and impact.
• Networking opportunities:
Expand your university-industry engagement network and connect with a diverse community of professionals and national stakeholders.
• Practical workshops:
Participate in hands-on workshops designed by highly experienced professionals to enhance your skills and knowledge in partnerships and impact.
• Impactful discussions:
Hear from and engage with experienced subject matter experts and thought-leaders involved in the various aspects of university-industry engagements.
• Local insights:
Hear about some of the current government strategies and incentives being implemented to promote university-industry engagements.
• Inspiration & motivation:
Be inspired by stories and case studies of effective university-industry collaboration.
SPACE IS LIMITED, so don't miss out on this opportunity to be a part of this exclusive event. We believe your expertise and passion for innovation will add value to the discussions and will contribute significantly to collective efforts to enhance university-industry engagement for innovation and impact.
If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to reach out to us on registration@confpartner.co.za with subject "UIIN SA Forum Query"
We look forward to welcoming you.
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