The Office of Industry and Economic Partnerships (OIEP), within the University of Pittsburgh, acts as a one stop shop for business, industry and venture capital partners, facilitating access to the services and resources needed to engage in sponsored research, collaborations, technology licenses, new venture creation and other types of partnerships with Pitt. Our team will work closely with you to understand your interests and needs, to connect you with contacts and experts from across campus and to develop strategies for a mutually beneficial relationship and will manage the relationship throughout. The University of Pittsburgh is committed to the growth of the Pittsburgh area and OIEP works with regional economic development organizations, industry and venture capital firms to create growth, employment and investment opportunities, and a rising standard of living in the region.