There are so many ways that external organisations benefit from the University of East Anglia’s (UEA) world-leading expertise that it can be hard to know where to start. That’s where the University’s team of Relationship Managers come in – find out more below…. UEA’s relationship managers Your questions answered… What do the relationship managers do? The University’s team of Relationship Managers liaise with businesses and external organisations, helping them to access UEA’s expertise and facilities. They have a good understanding of business and industry, their sector (including external funding opportunities), and the full range of services offered by UEA. Which sectors do the relationship managers work in? They cover agriculture, business services, creative, digital, engineering, environmental sciences, financial services, healthcare, heritage, legal services, life sciences, marine science, medical sciences and social care. So, whatever area you’re working in, the chances are that one of the Relationship Managers can help you. What exactly can the Relationship Managers help me with? It really depends on your business and your needs. For example, it could be that one of the Relationship Managers help you to access funding opportunities. The University recently supported organisations to bid for funding through the Agrifood Launchpad and a future funding round is expected in April this year – so do get in touch now to discuss this, or funding opportunities in other sectors. Or, you could access academic expertise and develop your business through a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP), or by getting involved in UEA’s postgraduate research. If you’ve got a problem to solve or want to fine-tune an exciting idea, UEA’s consultancy service can help you – or, if you want to turn ground-breaking research into cutting-edge products, our licensing scheme provides invaluable support. UEA could also provide bespoke training for your organisation. There are many other ways that you can benefit from UEA’s expertise, so do get in touch to find out more. What if I don’t have a budget, or a clear idea on which UEA service to access? There is no fee for getting in touch, and the Relationship Managers will find out your needs and look at the best ways of supporting you to achieve your goals. It all starts with a conversation, so do get in touch. How do I get in touch with the Relationship Managers? You can see the profiles of the relationship managers, along with their contact details, on UEA’s website. And if you’re not sure who to contact, just email [email protected] and the University will put you in touch with the right person.
