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Igniting entrepreneurship through industry collaboration

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A think-tank style event that gives college and university students the chance to solve real- world problems with real-world engineers and scientists working alongside real-world industry representatives 2 Purpose for the competition #solvewithus

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3 Background Key Components Lessons Learned

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Why come together? 4 #solvewithus

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How SPARK was created 5 Inspiration Leadership Location Innovation and Entrepreneurship #solvewithus

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Syracuse University Entrepreneurial thinking Networking opportunities Energize students Hands-on learning with real- world problems Infuse innovation and creativity SPARK Objectives 6 OBrien & Gere Promote intrapreneurship Engagement with universities, clients & communities Energize subject matter experts Get fresh perspective Identify top talent #solvewithus

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7 Background Key Components Lessons Learned

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8 Problem Statements Industry based (real-world, relevant, current challenges) Service focused (Advanced Manufacturing, Energy, Environment, Water) Subject Matter Experts Passion for innovation Experience with the industry problem #solvewithus

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9 Faculty Support Faculty Champion to work with faculty, recruit students, and coordinate with company Faculty Advisors on day of event Student Identification Broad reach of engineering disciplines High performing students #solvewithus

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10 Teambuilding Power in numbers improved output, motivation Nature of consulting Presentations & Awards Industry and academic judges Student pitches Financial Incentives Networking Event run at company offices Built into SPARK Agenda #solvewithus

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11 #solvewithus Before the Competition Thursday Friday

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12 Background Key Components Lessons Learned

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13 University SMEs Generalist vs. specialist Team Building Two different kinds Timing Alignment with internship 1 vs. 2 day event Problem Statements Add industry partners Recruitment Getting the word out Interdisciplinary Student identification Continuous Improvement Student assessments Lessons Learned

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14 #solvewithus

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15 VISIT www.sparkinnovation.us TO LEARN MOREwww.sparkinnovation.us #solvewithus

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