4th WIPO-AUTM International Knowledge and Technology Transfer Leadership Summit
BANGKOK 2025
Co-Hosts
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Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM)
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World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
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Association of Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer Professionals (AITP)
17-19 November 2025
Centara Grand at CentralWorld, Bangkok, Thailand
Summit Information
AUTM and WIPO are organizing the 2025 International Knowledge/Technology Transfer Leadership Summit, hosted in Bangkok, Thailand on 17-18 November. This year’s think-tank is composed of senior knowledge/technology transfer (K/TT) professionals from associations around the globe.
To allow for small group discussions covering a diversity of opinions, this is an invitation-only event with 1–3 representatives per country.
2025 Highlights:
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Attendee-driven “Hot Topics” session
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Operationalizing the Institutional Capacity Framework
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Reimagining Tech Transfer: What Would We Do Differently?
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Innovation for Resilience — The Strategic Role of KT/TT in Navigating and Rebuilding after Crises
Registration rate of $100 USD Click the link below to register. Create a new account if you do not currently have an AUTM username and password. autm.net/special-pages/2025internationalsummit
Agenda
Further updates to the agenda will be displayed the website as the summit dates approach.
Monday, 17 November
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09:00 – 09:30: Registration and Coffee
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09:30 – 10:15: Welcome and Overview
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10:15 – 11:30: Participant Roundtable Introductions
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11:30 – 12:15: Summary of 2024 Summit Results
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12:15 – 13:30: Group Networking Lunch
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13:30 – 15:00: Session 1: Hot Topics
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15:00 – 15:30: Coffee Break
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15:30 – 17:00: Session 2: TTO Starting Over - Playbook
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17:00 – 17:15: Wrap Up and Adjourn
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18:30: Networking Dinner
Tuesday, 18 November
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08:30 – 08:45: Overview of the Day
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08:45 – 09:15: Playbook Fine-tuning
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09:15 – 10:00: Session 3: Institutional Capacity Framework
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10:00 – 10:45: Small Group Discussions
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10:45 – 11:15: Coffee Break
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11:15 – 12:00: Report Out
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12:00 – 13:30: Lunch
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13:30 – 14:15: Session 4: Innovation for Resilience
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14:15 – 15:30: Small Group Discussion
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15:30 – 15:45: Coffee Break
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15:45 – 16:45: Report Out
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16:45 – 17:30: Wrap Up & Next Steps
Wednesday, 19 November
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Two Options of Excursion Routes (Choose Below)
Thursday–Friday, 20–21 November
Networking Dinner Cruise
Monday, 17 November 2025
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Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya River
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2-Hour Exclusive Thai Dining Cruise
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Dining Style: Thai Buffet
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Dress Code: Business Casual / Casual
Excursion Route 1
Cultural Gems Cruise:
Temples, Culture & Riverside Charm:
Baht 2800/pax (USD 89)
Wednesday 19 November
7:30 — Depart from Centara Grand by van to Wat Yannawa Pier.
8:00 — Cruise along the Chao Phraya River, passing Wat Arun, Grand Palace, and other landmarks.
8:20 — Visit the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) and the Grand Palace.
10:00 — Explore Wat Pho and its Reclining Buddha.
11:30 — Cruise along the Chao Phraya River towards Si Phraya Pier.
12:00 — Enjoy Thai lunch at a restaurant
13:00 — Indulge in River City Bangkok, a vibrant riverside hub for contemporary art, antiques, and cultural exhibitions.
14:00 — Return to Centara Grand by van
14:30 — Arrive back at Centara Grand, CentralWorld.
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Remarks:
1. The package price includes:
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Value Added Tax (VAT)
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Private boat rental
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English-speaking guide service
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Drinking water
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Refreshing towels
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Morning snacks
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Skytrain tickets
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Travel insurance
2. Dress code: Visitors to temples are required to dress respectfully. No shorts, sleeveless tops, or revealing clothing are allowed.
3. The program and timings are subject to adjustment and are flexible to accommodate local conditions, traffic, or unforeseen circumstances.
4. The price is based on a minimum group size of 20 people. In the event of fewer than 20 participants, the rate is subject to adjustment, or the tour may be cancelled.
Registration and Payment:
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Participants must register online via the official form: https://forms.gle/SNNBZXhfsBWNdpxJ8.
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Registration must be completed by October 31, 2025, and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that walk-in participants cannot be accommodated.
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Once registration is submitted, no changes, cancellations, or refunds will be allowed.
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To secure participation, payment in Thai Baht is required during on-site registration at the event.
Excursion Route 2
Bangkok Flavors and Heritage Tuk-Tuk Tour
Baht 2450/pax (USD 78)
Wednesday 19 November
9:00 — Depart from Centara Grand, CentralWorld by classic Bangkok Tuk Tuk.
9:20 — Make merit at Wat Hua Lamphong by floating candles.
10:30 — Explore Chinatown and enjoy Kuay Jab noodle soup.
11:00 — Learn the history of Soi Texas / Yaowarat and try unique dark soy sauce ice cream.
11:20 — Tuk Tuk ride passing Pak Khlong Talat (Flower Market).
12:00 — Visit Sirirat dessert shop for traditional Thai sweets.
12:20 — Climb Wat Saket (Golden Mount) for panoramic city views.
13:00 — Lunch at Krua Apsorn, a Michelin-awarded restaurant (must-try: Crab Omelet, Lotus Stem Yellow Curry).
14:00 — Refresh with Thai-style drinks before returning.
14:30 — Arrive back at Centara Grand, CentralWorld.
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Remarks:
1. The package price includes:
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Value Added Tax (VAT)
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Tuk Tuk service
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English-speaking guide services
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Snacks and meals as specified in the program
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Travel insurance
2. Dress code: Visitors to temples are required to dress respectfully. No shorts, sleeveless tops, or revealing clothing are allowed.
3. The program and timings are subject to adjustment depending on local conditions, traffic, or unforeseen circumstances.
4. The price is based on a minimum group size of 20 people. In the event of fewer than 20 participants, the rate is subject to adjustment, or the tour may be cancelled.
Registration and Payment:
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Participants must register online via the official form: https://forms.gle/h1MrgSEGceNMeQ1j7.
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Registration must be completed by October 31, 2025, and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that walk-in participants cannot be accommodated.
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Once registration is submitted, no changes, cancellations, or refunds will be allowed.
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To secure participation, payment in Thai Baht is required during on-site registration at the event.
Summit Venue
Centara Grand at CentralWorld
Attendees are not required to book specific accommodations, however the organizers have secured a small block of hotel rooms at the Centara Grand at CentralWorld with a discounted rate of 5,600 THB. The summit will take place in this hotel.
Discounted hotel room reservations must be made by 31 September 2025 by submitting your information here.
Satellite Hotels
Participants are welcome to seek out other budget-friendly accommodation alternatives.
