ExpertGate invites distinguished academics, industry leaders, innovation strategists, and government stakeholders to speak at our upcoming Global Table Discussion, part of the Global Innovation Forum. As AI capabilities evolve rapidly, building effective, ethical, and outcomes-driven collaborations between universities and industry is more important than ever. This session will explore practical models, real-world blockers, and high-impact opportunities for research partnerships that deliver measurable value—for institutions, businesses, and society at large. 

Theme: University–Industry Collaboration: Challenges & Solutions in the Era of Accelerated AI

Event Details

Date/Time: Saturday, 18 October 2025, 12:30pm – 1:45pm AEST (Sydney, Australia)
 Format: Online Conference (Microsoft Teams)
 Cost: Free

Speakers 

We are seeking six speakers in total—three from academia and three from industry — who can share firsthand insights on: 

• Major blockers you’ve faced in cross-sector collaboration and how you addressed them
• Challenges in discovering and engaging the right partner (from either side)
• Lessons from successful or difficult AI-focused research partnerships
• The kinds of projects that will deliver societal value by 2030
• Key proof points that signal a collaboration is scalable, fundable, and ready for impact

 How to Apply

To express your interest in speaking, please click the ‘Apply to be a Speaker’ button below. You will be redirected to our Contact Us page.

EOI Deadline: Monday, 18 August 2025, 5:00 pm AEST
Speaker Notifications: Friday, 22 August 2025