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LEAD 2026: Integrating Higher Ed into the Corporate R&D Value Chain

Date: Thu, Nov 12, 2026

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Venue: North Carolina Biotechnology Center, Durham

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Breaking down silos. Bringing together industry, higher education, and innovators to shape the future of impact. Celebrating its 11th year, LEAD Conference 2026 brings together leaders committed to shaping the future of innovation through bold collaboration. LEAD 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, explore how cross-sector collaboration can accelerate innovation, strengthen talent pipelines, and drive meaningful, long-term economic impact. As 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. Through 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.

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LEAD 2026: Integrating Higher Ed into the Corporate R&D Value Chain

“Bring your business cards to network with industry and higher ed leaders.”

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Thu, Nov 12, 2026
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LEAD 2026: Integrating Higher Ed into the Corporate R&D Value Chain is a professional development conference focused on building partnerships between universities, community colleges, and local businesses. Held at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center in Durham, this event brings together researchers, administrators, and industry leaders to discuss talent pipelines and collaborative research. What to Know: This is a professional business event rather than a children's activity, making it best suited for working parents, educators, and industry professionals. Registration fees are not yet published, so you will want to check their portal for ticket pricing. If you are looking to advance your career in the Research Triangle Park ecosystem, this Thursday event is a smart way to invest in your professional growth before heading into the weekend.

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No, this is a professional development conference designed for adults working in higher education, biotechnology, and corporate research.

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LEAD 2026: Integrating Higher Ed into the Corporate R&D Value Chain runs Thu, Nov 12, 2026.

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North Carolina Biotechnology Center is at 15 TW Alexander Dr, Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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