Mar 30 2016
American University, in partnership with Concordia, hosted a Partnership Forum highlighting the strategic value of public- private partnerships and the competitive advantage enjoyed by companies embracing shared value concepts. Through plenary panel discussions, a working lunch, and strategic breakout sessions, we showcased some of the great work being done by multi-national companies and non-governmental organizations using partnerships to solve some of the world’s most intractable public policy problems.
The morning session consisted of three plenary discussions featuring executives from leading companies working to solve big policy challenges associated with climate change, the empowerment of women and girls, and human trafficking in the supply chain. The working lunch highlighted best practices in partnership development. And during three 30-minute “speed dating” sessions, NGO and company representatives participated in strategic partnership development conversations, facilitated by SPA graduate students.
The goal of the PPP Forum was to walk away from the day with multiple partnerships in formation. Invited guests included companies, non-governmental organizations, and Masters students in Public Policy and Administration.
* = In the afternoon, attendees will be split up into six breakout groups. Each group will participate in three 30 minute discussions on each of Michael Porter’s three “levels” of shared value and how they play a pivotal role in the creation and success of public-private partnerships. These conversations will be facilitated by AU School of Public Affairs Masters Students and Concordia Staff in an effort to identify opportunities for future collaboration between attendees.
McDowell Hall, Washington, D.C., DC 20016, USA