In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, host Dane Carlson sits down with Adam Berk, co-author of "Startup Program Design," to explore the nuances of creating successful partnerships between startups and corporates. Berk delves into the challenges and opportunities in these collaborations, providing practical advice on how to design effective startup programs. His approach emphasizes the importance of mutual understanding, strategic alignment, and fostering an environment that encourages innovation and growth for both startups and established companies. Like this show? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps! Special Guest: Adam Berk. Links: Amazon.com: Startup Program Design: A Practical Guide for Creating Accelerators and Incubators at Any OrganizationAdam Berk | LinkedInThe Team - Startup Program DesignStartup Program DesignStartup Program metrics list - Google SheetsStartup Program Models — Startup Program Design