Alvernia University
01/05/2026 | Press release | Archived content
University Industry Innovation Network (UIIN) features Alvernia University's O'Pake Institute's in latest thoughtbook
Latest entrepreneurial edition highlights O'Pake Institute's unique student-powered model including Project #6, and the SPARK Business Incubator
The University Industry Innovation Network (UIIN) released the latest entrepreneurial edition of the thought-leadership book highlighting global insights on how universities shape innovation ecosystems.
The publication brings together leading voices on building effective, resilient university-industry partnerships. Among them is a contribution from Rodney S. Ridley Sr., Ph.D., RTTP, Vice President of Research, Economic Development & Strategic Initiatives and Chief Operating Officer of The O'Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneruship and Joseph E. (Tim) Gilmour, Principal/President Emeritus, Strategic Initiatives, Inc.
The article highlight's Alvernia University's O'Pake Institute, where the Fellows Program trains students as hands-on consultants for regional ventures. Guided by pro-bono mentors and the trademarked "Project #6" pathway, Fellows deliver finance, IP, market and product services - building a self-sustaining engine for local growth while graduating work-ready talent.
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