In this session, Dr Liz Covey-Crump of the Business Partnerships Office will introduce different ways of working with industry partners, what is in it for you as researchers, and how to take the initial step. Liz will be joined by researchers that work with industry who will share how they got started, what they wished they knew beforehand, and the opportunities industry collaborations have brought. The session will be of interest to researchers at any level, particularly those interested in industry collaborations. Questions in advance are welcomed and there be time for questions during the session too.