To support our mission of developing and promoting innovative, market-based solutions to vital economic issues, the Kenan Institute convenes diverse groups of cross-sector leaders for discussions on the most pressing challenges and exciting opportunities for business today. We also disseminate cutting-edge research to academic partners, business leaders and policymakers, enabling them to make data-driven decisions and drive economic progress. In turn, we welcome private- and public-sector partners to inform our thought leadership and research to best serve their needs.
Support Translational Research – Share your subject matter expertise with our faculty and research team in the co-creation of applicable knowledge.
Sponsor Events – Build your brand at UNC and across networks of industry and government leaders as you support vital convenings that promote thought leadership to address the most important issues businesses face.
Collaborate with an Affiliated Center – The Kenan Institute’s affiliated centers provide opportunities to support translational research and events on a more focused, specialized level, with topics ranging from corporate sustainability to emerging technologies to the business of healthcare.