Pillar 3 Partnerships

Building strategic international collaborations to enhance global engagement and recognition.

Leaders

Deirdre McQuillan
Norah Cussen
Tony Buckley

Overview

The Global Partnerships and Recognition Pillar is dedicated to positioning CEBII as a globally connected and internationally recognised centre of excellence in entrepreneurship, inclusion, and innovation.

Entrepreneurship is inherently global, and this Pillar supports the development of strategic partnerships that strengthen CEBII’s international reach, collaborative capacity, and scholarly contribution. By building relationships with leading institutions, networks, and practice communities, the Pillar ensures that the Centre is actively engaged in shaping contemporary entrepreneurship research and policy worldwide.

This Pillar also contributes to building TU Dublin’s reputation as a hub for inclusive entrepreneurship scholarship and cross-border innovation.

Goals for 2026

In 2026, this Pillar will:

• Expand international partnerships with leading entrepreneurship centres and networks
• Support collaboration opportunities for joint research, mobility, and funding initiatives
• Enhance the Centre’s global recognition through participation in major international forums
• Position CEBII as a key voice in inclusive entrepreneurship and innovation policy discussions