From Invention to Impact: Inside Technology Licensing with Dr. Terry Bray

In this episode, Abby Joseph sits down with Dr. Terry Bray. Dr Brady serves as Executive Director of Licensing for Physical Sciences & Engineering at the Penn Center for Innovation (PCI). With over 30 years spanning academia and industry, Dr. Bray brings a rare view of technology deals from both the inventor and the licensing side.

In this episode, we dig into the mechanics of technology licensing—structuring and negotiating agreements, building diligence and performance milestones that move projects forward, and more. Together, we’ll learn about Dr. Bray’s path into tech transfer and practical advice for how students can prepare for industry now.

Edited by Abby Joseph and Divyash Shah