Moderator: Brian K. Davis, Director, AITC Panelists: Kristinn Gretarsson, Director of Intn’l Business Development, AITC; Emily Moore, Director of Research, SBDC; Tye Warren, Business Consultant, SBDC

For some inventors, the path forward involves the creation of a new venture. This session focuses on the resources and decision points that shape the founding of a startup based on university-owned intellectual property. Presenters will introduce the campus and state programs that support academic entrepreneurs, discuss the stages of business planning, and reflect on the challenges of transitioning from a researcher to a company founder. Case studies will be shared to illustrate the range of approaches and outcomes.