Connecting the region’s cutting-edge companies and university leaders 
​responsible for guiding research strategy and commercialization. 

Upcoming 5 Lakes Forums:
October 2021 - Human Health  
 February 2022: Energy • June 2022: Computing • October 2022: AgTech

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Programming:
One day; 9am to 12:00pm CST 

Keynotes: Discussions with experts in the chosen vertical about trends, best practice business models and innovative technologies for the advancement of Midwest and Great Lakes region businesses. 

Interactive Panels: Lead panelists discuss high-tech products and services in use, pipeline technologies, challenges to technology adoption, potential submarket breakthroughs and ideas for improving the region’s technological, business and economic climate. Supporting panelists chosen from among invitees express opinions and ask questions. 

Deep Dives: Participants are randomly assigned to moderated discussion/networking groups. Conversation is focused on issues, challenges and opportunities raised in panel discussions. 

​Wrap-ups: Discussion of key observations and insights from the Deep Dives. 

​​For more information, or to discuss an invitation to attend, contact: 
Kathleen Gallagher, 5 Lakes Institute Executive Director: kathleen@5lakesinstitute.org 
Tim Honaker, Midwest University Research Network (MRUN) President: thonaker@mrun.us