Podcasts about innovation ecosystems

Valentina Assenova is the Edward B. and Shirley R. Shils Endowed Term Assistant Professor of Management at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. She is renowned for her insightful research on entrepreneurship and innovation, particularly in how cultural and societal factors influence entrepreneurial ecosystems around the world. She recently released a study “Exploring the relationship between accelerator program design and startup performance.” She has a Ph.D. from Yale University and an M.B.A. from the University of Cambridge and has collaborated with organizations like FINCA International and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation to advance entrepreneurship globally. We discuss the dynamics of Capital and Ideas, and define what an accelerator is, why program design matters so much, and how corporates can receive and deliver the most value from their work with entrepreneurs.

Prof. James Evans, a University of Chicago sociologist and data scientist, believes we're training AI to think too much like humans—and it's holding science back.In this episode, Evans shares how our current models risk narrowing scientific exploration rather than expanding it, and explains why he's pushing for AIs that think differently from us—what he calls “cognitive aliens.” Could these “alien minds” help us unlock hidden breakthroughs? And what would it take to build them?

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Victor Mulas, the first Chief Innovation Officer at Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC), to unpack a 20-year journey that stretches from telecom deregulation in Europe to shaping startup hubs on three continents. Victor reveals the Panini Effect—his practical framework for sandwiching top-down vision with grassroots momentum—to push bold ideas through even the most risk-averse organizations.Key takeaways include:Activate the Glue. Why vibrant “networking assets” (events, mentors, super-connectors) are the real catalyst that binds university talent, capital, and policy into a living ecosystem.Incentives Over Talk. How Victor aligns systems and rewards so innovation isn't just a slogan from the C-suite but a career accelerator for project managers on the ground.From Pilot to Platform. Lessons from scaling CIC's community model from Cambridge to Tokyo—and how any company can globalize a proven playbook without losing local soul.The Sandwich vs. The Panini. Tactics for pressing resistance out of large institutions, drawn from Victor's decade steering billion-dollar World Bank programs.Whether you're a corporate intrapreneur wrestling with red tape or a government leader designing the next startup cluster, Victor's stories deliver a punchy, field-tested roadmap for turning bureaucracy into breakthroughs.For more episodes and resources, visit https://www.alchemistaccelerator.com/podcasts.

How do we make our communities more resilient to extreme weather events? How do we become smarter about using and recycling water, one of the most precious resources on our planet? And how can we turn the textile industry into a more circular and sustainable economy that reduces waste and develops new fibers and materials?Welcome to season seven of Ecosystems for Change, where I'll be talking with the innovators and changemakers tackling these kinds of complex issues, not just within their own communities, but for the world at large.Throughout this season, I'm going to introduce you to the Regional Innovation Engines Program, a program funded by the US National Science Foundation. In partnership with the Builder Platform I will highlight nine so-called Engines, and their place-based strategies to these wicked problems.To start us off, I sat down with three key players in the implementation of this nationwide program: Ben Downing, Patricia Grospiron, and Emily Knight.Ben Downing is Vice President of Public Affairs at The Engine. Before joining The Engine, Ben was Vice President for New Market Development at Nexamp, a veteran-founded, Boston-based clean energy company. Prior to this, Ben represented the state's largest Senate district while serving as State Senator for 52 communities in Western Massachusetts. Patricia Grospiron is the Executive Director of The Builder Platform, where she is responsible for leading the strategic direction to foster the development of the NSF Regional Innovation Engines. Patricia has several decades of experience in innovation ecosystem building thanks to her roles at Avery Dennison, JumpStart, Inc and Ohio Aerospace Institute. Emily Knight is the President of The Engine, where she is responsible for shaping the organization's strategic direction and building partnerships with industry leaders and educational institutions to foster an environment where Tough Tech teams can thrive and innovate. Listen to the full episode to hear:How the NSF funding is acting as a catalyst for innovative, place-based economic development while tackling some of our thorniest problemsWhy the program is committed to innovation that supports communities from withinHow The Builder Platform developed a human-centered approach to engaging with the NSF Engines and providing ongoing partnership and supportHow The Engine's experience and history helps them collaborate with the regional EnginesWhy learning together, collaboration, and flexibility are key to developing in-place innovationLearn more about Ben Downing:Connect on LinkedInLearn more about Patricia Grospiron:Connect on LinkedInLearn more about Emily Knight:Connect on LinkedInLearn more about Anika Horn:Social VenturersSign up for Impact CuratorInstagram: @socialventurersResources:The EngineThe Builder PlatformInsisting on the Impossible: The Life of Edwin Land, Viktor K. McElhenyLean Launchpad, Steve BlankWatt It Takes with Emily KirschThe Rise of the Rest: How Entrepreneurs in Surprising Places Are Building the New American Dream, Steve Case

The Texas innovation ecosystem is accelerating at breakneck speed as technologies like AI and institutions such as the Texas Stock Exchange reshape what is possible. Samantha Lewis, Partner at Mercury Fund, recently relocated to Austin from Houston to strengthen the firm's presence in the region. Our conversation reveals how the founders and funders in the Texas Triangle are positioning themselves during this tech revolution, and why the connections between Austin, Houston, and Dallas are a superpower that is just getting started.Episode HighlightsMercury Investment ThesisExpansion to AustinAI Competition LandscapeImportance of Founder VisionGood Businesses vs VC Backable Bits Meet AtomsHealthcare Innovation FrontiersAustin Growth OpportunityTexas Stock Exchange Impact High Speed Rail vs AirportsTexas Innovation Triangle and CollaborationHouston Industry ChallengesTech Inspiration MomentsWhat's Next Austin?"We're so excited to just hang out and see everybody, meet entrepreneurs, hopefully build a big fintech community here as time goes on...The more VC firms that are here, the better. The more entrepreneurs that are getting funding here, the better"Samantha Lewis: X/Twitter, LinkedInMercury Fund: Website, X/Twitter, LinkedIn -------------------Austin Next Links: Website, X/Twitter, YouTube, LinkedInEcosystem Metacognition Substack

We explore the power of self-managing teams, innovation ecosystems, and the art of consensus-building with John Taylor McIntyre, the Founder and Chief Empowerment Officer of Mutual Prosperity. We discuss his unique upbringing in a multicultural home, his journey through theatre, and his experiences in Japan that shaped his leadership philosophy. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the challenge of breaking the ‘Curse of Babel' in organisations, the importance of Nemawashi for effective decision-making, and how businesses can scale leadership while fostering autonomy. SHOWNOTES are here: http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-wisdom Planet Human: China creates world's first two-way brain-computer interface. https://interestingengineering.com/science/worlds-first-2-way-bci-china Join the Power Games advance notice here: https://www.zoerouth.com/power-games Key Quotes: "When we align our language, we unlock collaboration." – John Taylor McIntyre "Leadership is not about control; it's about empowering others to make great decisions." – Zoë Routh "True innovation happens when we create space for new ideas to take root." – John Taylor McIntyre   Questions Asked: 1. What does it take to build truly self-managing teams? 2. How can organisations break through communication barriers and align their language? 3. What is the Nemawashi principle, and how does it help organisations scale leadership? 4. How do we foster a culture of innovation while maintaining strong leadership? 5. What role does personal connection play in shaping high-performing teams?   Take Action: 1. Review your decision-making processes—are they inclusive and effective? 2. Reflect on the concept of Nemawashi: How can you better prepare your team for change? 3. Start a leadership journal to document key decisions and assess their long-term impact. 4. Encourage more open conversations about power, influence, and collaboration within your team.   Tip of the Week: Align your team's language to enhance collaboration. Conduct a ‘Language Audit' in your organisation to identify jargon, miscommunications, and gaps in understanding.   Join the community here: https://www.zoerouth.com/podcast-news   You'll receive 40 book summaries and recommendations on Leading Strategy and Performance, plus a special secret audio from my award-winning book, People Stuff.   Key Moments 00:00 – Introduction and Weekly Question 00:20 – Breakthrough in Brain-Computer Interfaces 01:34 – Training for the Australian Alpine Walking Track 02:09 – Upcoming Book: Power Games 03:21 – Exploring the Concept of Power 06:44 – Interview with John Taylor McIntyre 23:40 – Servant Leadership and Innovation Ecosystems 24:16 – Understanding Technology Transfer 28:06 – Breaking the Curse of Babel 30:11 – The Nemawashi Principle 36:11 – Scaling Leadership and Autonomous Teams 41:23 – The Fast Three: Future Tech, Leadership Tips, and Current Reads 47:36 – The Importance of Personal Relationships in Business 49:52 – Conclusion and Additional Resources   #leadershipskills #leadershipdevelopment #leadershiplessons #leadershiptraining #innovation #selfmanagingteams #futureofleadership

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 06:30:00 +0000 https://tap.podigee.io/47-platfom-classics-six a4a83ed7bcfd612587c374c70b3bf1bd How the structure of technological interdependence affects firm performance in new technology generations Paper covered in this episode Adner, R., & Kapoor, R. (2010). Value creation in innovation ecosystems: How the structure of technological interdependence affects firm performance in new technology generations. Strategic Management Journal, 31(3), 306-333 Disclaimer This podcast is generated using artificial intelligence technology, drawing content from published scientific papers. While we strive for accuracy, please note: The episode synthesizes and interprets scientific literature, not original research. AI-generated content may contain errors or misinterpretations. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional or medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to refer to the original scientific papers for comprehensive and authoritative information. The views expressed may not necessarily reflect those of the original authors or their institutions. We welcome feedback and corrections. Please consult with qualified professionals before applying any information presented in this podcast. full How the structure of technological interdependence affects firm performance in new technology generations no innovation ecosystems Daniel Trabucchi, Tommaso Buganza and Philip Meier

Lucia Chierchia è Chief of Open Innovation Ecosystems Gellify, Innovation Factory internazionale che supporta le aziende nei processi di innovazione. Laureata in Ingegneria Meccanica presso il Politecnico di Milano, e con un Executive Master in Technology & Innovation Management presso la Bologna Business School, oggi Lucia è anche Professore Aggiunto presso Politecnico di Milano GSoM, Bologna Business School e University of Bologna, su tematiche di gestione di innovazione e tecnologia. Numerosi gli incarichi ricevuti in 25 anni di esperienza: ha ricoperto posizioni manageriali in area R&D & Industrial Operations a livello globale. Mantiene ruoli in attività di formazione, è entrata a far parte di diverse Advisory Board e, attraverso la sua carriera e i suoi riconoscimenti, è un esempio di managerialità femminile in continua crescita. È programm director di Forward Factory, acceleratore Manufacturing della Rete Nazionale CDP gestito da GELLIFY, piattaforma internazionale che supporta le aziende nei processi di innovazione, la cui terza edizione si è tenuta da poco. Anima Blockchain, AWRobotics, Boxxdocks, Mach3D, Meddle, Mon5 e Qtool sono le 7 startup partecipanti al programma finale e protagoniste del Demo Day. Gli elementi fondamentali che hanno guidato la selezione sono stati le potenzialità del prodotto, le competenze del team, la maturità del mercato di riferimento e la strategia di fundraising. A caratterizzare invece le tecnologie di questa edizione, sono stati gli ambiti di grande impatto e crescita che ricoprono, includendo settori avanzati come Blockchain, Modeling & Simulation, Industrial IoT, Cyber Security, e Digital Robotics & Machines, ognuno dei quali offre soluzioni all'avanguardia per rispondere alle sfide globali e alle esigenze dei mercati moderni.Siti, app libri e link utiliPaper POLIMI Paper GELLIFY https://gellify.com/news-and-events/the-9-types-of-corporate-innovation-vehicles/https://gellify.com/news-and-events/5-step-guide-to-creating-an-innovative-culture/FORWARD FACTORY articolo su FORWARD FACTORYChief of Open Innovation EcosystemsIl Chief of Open Innovation Ecosystems posiziona l'azienda in iniziative strategiche e partnership al fine di aumentare la brand awareness, favorire lo sviluppo del business, accedere a una rete esterna di nuove competenze e tecnologie e attivare iniziative di co-investimento. Ad esempio, GELLIFY è una fabbrica di innovazione, perché supporta le imprese nell'esecuzione di progetti innovativi e essa stessa si rinnova ogni giorno. L'obiettivo del Chief of Open Innovation Ecosystems è di progettare modelli di collaborazione che generino un impatto positivo su tutte le linee di business dell'impresa. Per ricoprire questa posizione è fondamentale avere un background tecnico, che comunque richiede un aggiornamento continuo poiché le tecnologie emergenti sono in evoluzione con un rate di cambiamento altissimo. Essenziale è inoltre la capacità di coordinare persone appartenenti a ecosistemi diversi tra loro, oppure culture diverse, generazioni diverse. L'elemento cruciale è la capacità di interagire con le persone e di valorizzare i loro punti di forza per farle crescere, crescendo insieme in un percorso che non è solo professionale ma è innanzitutto personale.

What does it take to develop a thriving innovation ecosystem in biotech? How can partnerships between academia, industry, and startups drive long-term growth? In this fan-favorite episode, Mark Crowell, RTTP, Executive Entrepreneur in Residence at UNC Chapel Hill, joins host Patrick Reed, RTTP, to explore these questions. Drawing on his experiences from Research Triangle Park and beyond, Mark discusses key elements in ecosystem development and shares insights into his startup company, Arkane Innovation. In this episode, you'll discover: The critical components of a successful innovation ecosystem and how to foster collaboration. Lessons learned from Research Triangle Park and how to apply them to up-and-coming regions like the Gulf South. The importance of authentic partnerships and how they drive value beyond just financial returns. Tune in to gain valuable insights into ecosystem development and partnerships in the biotech world! Links: Connect with Mark Crowell, RTTP. Check out Mark's Fireside Chat on Ecosystem Development at BIO on the BAYOU. Learn more about UNC Chapel Hill's Eshelman Institute for Innovation. Learn more about Arkane Innovation. Connect with Patrick Reed, RTTP, and learn about his position as Auburn University's Executive Director of the Intellectual Property Exchange. Check out BIO on the BAYOU and make plans to attend October 2025. Learn more about BIO from the BAYOU – the podcast. Bio from the Bayou is a podcast that explores biotech innovation, business development, and healthcare outcomes in New Orleans & The Gulf South, connecting biotech companies, investors, and key opinion leaders to advance medicine, technology, and startup opportunities in the region.

From mining to manufacturing, achieving a successful energy transition and net-zero emissions will require industries to accelerate their pace of decarbonization. What new innovations and technologies can make decarbonization more efficient, cost-effective and scalable? This session was recorded live September 23, 2024 during the World Economic Forum's Sustainable Development Impact Meetings.  Speakers:  Sadaf Hosseini Head of Growth, Partnerships and Innovation Ecosystems, UpLink, World Economic Forum Vivek Salgaocar Managing Director and Founder, Prospect Innovation PTE LTD Melissa C. Lott Professor, Climate School, Columbia University Barinder Rasode CEO and Co-Founder, Tersa Earth Innovations

It's YOUR time to #EdUp  In this episode, #958, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference YOUR guest is Viviana Gropengiesser⁠, CEO, ⁠Talent Kick⁠ YOUR cohost is ⁠Rick Dwyer⁠, Fractional Revenue Executive, ⁠Background Performer YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How is Talent Kick fostering entrepreneurship among Swiss university students? What strategies does Talent Kick employ to build strong, diverse startup teams? How does the program balance technical skills with soft skills in entrepreneur development? What role do university partnerships & mentors play in Talent Kick's success? How is Talent Kick adapting to serve both local & global innovation ecosystems? Listen in to #EdUp! Ad-Free & extended conversation ONLY for #EdUp subscribers includes: Viviana's insights on managing stakeholder relationships, including investors & corporations Talent Kick's approach to developing founder agreements & conflict resolution Thoughts on the impact of AI on startups & entrepreneurship education Want to accelerate YOUR professional development? Want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more? Want to get all this while helping to sustain EdUp, for only $2.99 a month? Then subscribe today to lock in YOUR $2.99/m life long founders rate! This offer will end on December 31, 2024!  BECOME A SUBSCRIBER TODAY! Thank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp! Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! We make education YOUR business!

GIVEAWAY - send us a message and let us know your favorite thing about the Square Pizza Pod. We are giving away SchermCo swag to the first three people that send us a note!Welcome back to another episode of the #squarepizzapod. This week, Greg is in conversation with Demetria Gallagher, VP, Innovation Ecosystems, VentureWell. VentureWell fosters collaboration among the best minds from research labs, classrooms, and beyond to advance innovation and entrepreneurship education and to provide unique opportunities for STEM students and researchers to fully realize their potential to improve the world.In this episode:VentureWellCourse & Program (C&P) grants program, which provided over $15.2 million to 275 colleges and universities to further their I&E work. Size + Scope of VentureWellPosition + ResponsibilitiesVP, Innovation EcosystemsInnovation work with HBCUs and MSIsFLIPspace Advanced Mobility in NW Arkansas New pilot program focusing on specifically on addressing the transportation challenges of the region, offering participants the opportunity to develop and commercialize new mobility technologies that will shape the future of transportation.Support the show

Water is crucial for human life and the economy, with its economic use value estimated at 60% of global GDP. However, investment in water solutions remains significantly low. This is the full audio from a studio session on 12 September, 2024 with leading investors and innovators discussing the untapped potential in water solutions and exploring the findings of the recently launched community paper ‘Investing in Water: A Practical Guide.' Panelists: Kelven Lam, Investment Manager, Emerald Technology Ventures Romeo Bütler, Principal, Verve Ventures Catalina Pfenniger, Strategy Director, Kran Nanobubble Anna Huber, UpLink Project Lead, Innovation Ecosystems, World Economic Forum (moderator) You can watch the session here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/investinginwaterinnovation7237072505000067072/theater/ Links: Investing in Water: A Practical Guide: https://wef.ch/4d6u9GA Check out all our podcasts on wef.ch/podcasts: YouTube: - https://www.youtube.com/@wef/podcasts Radio Davos - subscribe: https://pod.link/1504682164 Meet the Leader - subscribe: https://pod.link/1534915560 Agenda Dialogues - subscribe: https://pod.link/1574956552 Join the World Economic Forum Podcast Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wefpodcastclub

Jon Nordby is the managing partner at investment firm Anthropy Partners and founder of EconWerx. With over a decade of experience in the Houston innovation community in various roles, Jon talks about the work he's doing now as a human potential tech investor and innovation ecosystem builder and adviser. He also zooms in on what he sees as achievements and needs within Houston's own innovation machine.

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with Derek Armstrong, Director of Calgary Economic Development and former Manager of Innovation Ecosystems at Prairies Economic Development Canada. They dive deep into the role of PrairiesCan in driving economic growth and diversification across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Derek shares insights on how PrairiesCan is fueling innovation by investing in key sectors such as clean tech, ag tech, and life sciences, while also emphasizing the importance of collaboration and ecosystem building. The discussion highlights the various challenges faced by entrepreneurs, including access to capital, talent acquisition, and navigating the complex landscape of available resources. Throughout the conversation, Derek underscores the significance of regional economic development agencies like PrairiesCan in shaping the future of Alberta's economy. He discusses the strategic initiatives and partnerships that are empowering local innovators and entrepreneurs to thrive, offering a glimpse into the impactful work being done to create a more resilient and diversified economic landscape in the Prairies. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a business leader, or someone interested in economic development, this episode provides valuable insights into the opportunities and support systems available in Alberta and beyond.Key Takeaways:1. PrairiesCan focuses on diversifying the economy in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba through innovation.2. The agency provides crucial financial and non-financial support to help businesses scale and succeed.3. Collaboration within the innovation ecosystem is vital for entrepreneurial growth.4. Access to capital, talent, and infrastructure are the main challenges for entrepreneurs in the Prairies.5. PrairiesCan prioritizes high-growth sectors like clean tech, ag tech, and digital tech.6. The energy transition sector, particularly hydrogen, is a major economic opportunity for Alberta.7. The agency supports initiatives that can be scaled across multiple provinces, ensuring regional growth.8. PrairiesCan advocates for regional economic needs within the federal government.9. Entrepreneurs are encouraged to leverage available resources and not go it alone.10. Diverse perspectives are essential for addressing Alberta's energy future and driving innovation.Transform Your Business with Kelly KennedySuccess isn't just about ideas—it's about the right processes and the encouragement to keep going. With Kelly Kennedy's expert coaching, you'll master effective strategies tailored to your business, empowering you to achieve sustainable growth. Experience the power of a structured approach combined with the support you need to excel. Start your transformation today at [Capital Business Development Coaching](https://kelly-kennedy-f640.mykajabi.com/capital-business-development-coaching).

Ellie Charles Mann Hummel   Innovating Corporate KPIs - Ellie Amirnasr and Charles Vaillant    Driving Progress with Mann+Hummel's Hunter Strategy   In this episode of the Corporate Explorer series, we dive into innovative business practices with Mann+Hummel's CTO/CDO Charles Vaillant and Digital Ventures Manager Ellie Amirnasr. The guests discuss the pitfalls of applying traditional KPIs too early in new business ventures and advocate for non-financial progress metrics. They introduce the 'Hunter Strategy' for pursuing business validation and scaling within exploration-type projects. The conversation covers how to manage resource allocation efficiently, the evolution of their innovation framework, and essential advice for corporate explorers. This episode is sponsored by Wazoku, a leader in creating sustainable innovation ecosystems.   00:00 Introduction to Business Innovation 01:10 Sponsor Acknowledgment 01:49 Meet the Guests: Ellie Amirnasr and Charles Vaillant 02:54 Understanding Mann and Hummel 04:56 Challenges with Traditional Metrics 10:54 Hunter Strategy Explained 17:21 Implementing Effective Metrics 23:59 Resource Allocation in R&D 30:18 Advice for Corporate Explorers 34:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   Business Innovation, KPIs, Venture Management, Non-Financial KPIs, Innovation Ecosystems, Corporate Exploration, Growth Validation, Hunter Strategy, Mann and Hummel, Wazoku, Aidan McCullen, Ellie Amirnasr, Charles Vaillaint, Corporate R&D, Digital Ventures, Strategic Metrics, Innovative Processes, Resource Allocation, R&D Investments, Corporate Transformation   Find Charles: Find Ellie: Find Aidan:

Developing an Ecosystem Playbook for Corporate Innovation with Best Buy Case Study   In this episode, we delve into the strategies corporate explorers need to develop successful partnerships and co-innovate to deliver value propositions to their consumers. Our guest, Christine Griffin, shares a six-step process for creating an ecosystem playbook, using Best Buy's expansion into the home health market as a compelling case study. We examine how Best Buy transitioned from a retail giant to an orchestrator of home health services through strategic acquisitions and partnerships. Additionally, we explore the importance of understanding value creation, identifying market breakpoints, mapping ecosystem players, and assessing financial flows. This episode also highlights the critical roles of scaling path, capabilities, capacities, and customer access in achieving business success.    Special thanks to our sponsor, Wazoku, for supporting corporate innovation.   00:00 Introduction to Corporate Innovation 00:39 Sponsor Acknowledgment and Guest Introduction 01:52 Overview of Best Buy's Home Health Strategy 03:16 Best Buy's Acquisitions and Initial Footprint 03:55 Building Partnerships in the Healthcare Ecosystem 05:12 Mapping the Ecosystem and Identifying Break Points 10:04 Understanding the Players and Their Roles 12:35 Evaluating Incentives and Profit Pools 15:12 Developing a Scaling Path 18:03 The Importance of Stakeholder Involvement 19:46 Conclusion and Further Resources   Corporate Explorers, Innovation Strategy, Innovation Ecosystems, Best Buy Case Study, Christine Griffin, Scaling Startups, Corporate Innovation, Business Ecosystems, Strategic Partnerships, Innovation Show, Wazoku, Sustainable Innovation, Hubert Joly, Ecosystem Playbook, Technology Adoption, Corporate Explorer Series, Corporate Strategy, Innovation Tools, Best Buy Health, Business Development, Innovation Leadership, Change Logic, Healthcare Innovation, Digital Health, Startup Scaling, Entrepreneurship, Business Growth, Market Strategy, Innovation Mapping, Corporate Transformation   Find Christine here: Find Wazoku here:

Episode 127 with Elizabeth Rossiello, who is the CEO and founder of AZA Finance, an established provider of currency trading solutions that accelerate global access to frontier markets through innovative infrastructure. By leveraging cutting-edge technology in its flagship products, TransferZero and BFX, AZA is able to significantly lower the cost and increase the speed of business payments to and from frontier markets.AZA is now a market maker in every major African currency and facilitates payments into G20 currencies directly. Elizabeth expanded the company from Nairobi, Kenya, to operations in 20 markets across Africa and Europe. What We Discuss With ElizabethHow has the payment infrastructure in Africa evolved since AZA Finance's inception in 2013?What role has technology played in lowering costs and increasing the speed of your payments process?Could you elaborate on AZA Finance's role as a market maker in major African currencies and how it impacts the facilitation of business payments to and from these markets?How did you navigate the diverse regulatory landscapes across the African continent to establish AZA's presence in 20 markets?How important has it been to address talent challenges within the payments space, particularly in retaining top talent in order to grow and expand the company?Did you miss my previous episode where I discuss How the Africa Oxford Initiative is Supporting African Research and Innovation Ecosystems? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at Terser Adamu, and Twitter (X) @TerserAdamuConnect with Elizabeth  on LinkedIn at Elizabeth Rossiello, and Twitter (X) @e_rossiello Do you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk

Jim Joyce and I are trying to stay consistent with #TheShot of Digital Health Therapy" though life gets in the way! Nonetheless, here we are... a day late with the upload but we know it was worth the wait as we get into deep convo with Stephen Konya, Senior Advisor to the Deputy National Coordinator at Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) From his early days in the Marine Corps to building innovation ecosystems at local and federal levels, Stephen's journey is nothing short of inspiring:

Episode 126 with Anne Makena, who is Co-Director of the Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx) is a cross-university platform for academic and research collaborations between the University of Oxford and African researchers and institutions.The Initiative aims to support the work of universities and research institutions across Africa and to facilitate the development of equitable and extensive collaborations between Oxford and African institutions.What We Discuss With AnneWhat are the specific mechanisms AfOx utilises to facilitate collaborations between the University of Oxford and African researchers and institutions?What are the challenges faced by African researchers and institutions when cooperating with international initiatives? How does AfOx ensure equitable participation and benefit-sharing in collaborative research projects?What role can private capital play in advancing research and development efforts in Africa?How important are research collaborations in driving economic development in Africa?Did you miss my previous episode where I discuss Using the Best of Tech and Human Touch to Solve Human Capital Challenges for Businesses in Africa? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at Terser Adamu, and Twitter (X) @TerserAdamuConnect with Anne  on LinkedIn at Anne Makena, and Twitter (X) @Kesh_AnneDo you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk

In this episode, we speak with Derek Armstrong, former Manager of Innovation Ecosystems at Prairies Economic Development Canada, about the barriers to innovation in Canada, what can be done to help companies overcome these barriers, and what makes the prairies a unique place to do business. Although Derek is no longer with Prairies Can, anyone interested in getting in touch can contact them here: https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/corporate/contact.html.

Hanae is an impact tech entrepreneur and certified international project manager with 10 years of overall professional experience, including 5 years in social impact stewardship at a multi-award non-profit and 2 years of operational stewardship at a high growth tech startup. She developed a fluency across borders and sectors with an understanding of how different sectors (governments and international development institutions, civil society, business, and finance) impact systems-change, both locally and globally. Her areas of interest and expertise are at the intersection of technology, sustainability, inclusion, entrepreneurship and international development. Hanae is the founder of Douar Tech, an inclusive tech hub that helps build the resilience of vulnerable youth, especially women, from precarious backgrounds in rural and peri-urban areas, empowering them with digital skills. She recently helped define the strategy of the pan-African organization Smart Africa for Startups and Innovation Ecosystems on the continent, to support member countries to create favorable conditions for startups. Buy her book at my affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4aBI1Ie Connect with Hanae Bezad online: https://beehane.org/ https://www.instagram.com/beehane For more information on how you can Own Your Awkward with Andy Vargo, check out https://www.awkwardcareer.com/ #podcast #awkward #ownyourawkward #acceptance #authentiicity #motivation #inspiration #coach #connection #energy #positive #technology #tech #inclusion #inclusivity #other --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/own-your-awkward/support

Hanae is an impact tech entrepreneur and certified international project manager with 10 years of overall professional experience, including 5 years in social impact stewardship at a multi-award non-profit and 2 years of operational stewardship at a high growth tech startup. She developed a fluency across borders and sectors with an understanding of how different sectors (governments and international development institutions, civil society, business, and finance) impact systems-change, both locally and globally. Her areas of interest and expertise are at the intersection of technology, sustainability, inclusion, entrepreneurship and international development. Hanae is the founder of Douar Tech, an inclusive tech hub that helps build the resilience of vulnerable youth, especially women, from precarious backgrounds in rural and peri-urban areas, empowering them with digital skills. She recently helped define the strategy of the pan-African organization Smart Africa for Startups and Innovation Ecosystems on the continent, to support member countries to create favorable conditions for startups. Buy her book at my affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4aBI1Ie Connect with Hanae Bezad online: https://beehane.org/ https://www.instagram.com/beehane For more information on how you can Own Your Awkward with Andy Vargo, check out https://www.awkwardcareer.com/ #podcast #awkward #ownyourawkward #acceptance #authentiicity #motivation #inspiration #coach #connection #energy #positive #technology #tech #inclusion #inclusivity #other --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/own-your-awkward/support

This episode of the Corporate Explorer series features a discussion with Bea Schofield, a specialist in Challenge-Driven Innovation (CDI), and various co-authors of the 'Corporate Explorer Field Book'. The podcast, supported by Wazoku, delves into how large organisations can foster innovation through a sustainable ecosystem using 'Connected Collective Intelligence'. The conversation focuses on the principles of CDI, detailing a framework dubbed 'LASSO' for crafting effective challenges that stimulate creative solutions. It underscores the importance of setting clear boundaries to fuel creativity, ensuring challenges are actionable and specific, and aligning them with strategic goals to facilitate ownership and support within the organisation. The episode also covers strategic challenge framing, stakeholder engagement, solution evaluation, and prioritisation, offering insights into blending creativity with systematic processes for corporate innovation. Bea Schofield shares her perspective on the role of corporate innovators and the necessity of balancing ideation with execution to drive meaningful organisational change.  00:00 Welcome to the Corporate Explorer Series: Launching the Field Book 00:15 Introducing Wazoku: Powering Sustainable Innovation 01:07 Diving Into the World of CDI with Bea Schofield 03:59 Exploring the LASSO Framework for Effective Challenges 07:44 The Importance of Support and Ownership in Innovation 17:19 Navigating Corporate Innovation: Strategies and Tools 20:41 Selecting the Right Channels for Innovation Challenges 21:58 Wrapping Up and Where to Find Bea Schofield Corporate Explorer Series, Innovation Ecosystems, CDI (Challenge Driven Innovation), Connected Collective Intelligence, Ideation Process, Challenge Design, LASSO Framework, Problem Solving,  Collaboration,  Corporate Innovation

(2024 March 9) SEEING THE FUTURE: How To Use Rapid Collaborative Visualization to Convert Concepts to Capabilities in Innovation EcosystemsEvent Information: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/t6wgudn/lp/90ced505-d15c-4cb0-b4a1-5b211d8d9c90

In this episode of GeoTech Wars, Kirti is joined by Dr. Sujai Shivakumar, director of the Renewing American Innovation Project at CSIS. Their conversation explores how a robust manufacturing sector is essential for spurring innovation and how the United States can reshore manufacturing.

Word traveling entrepreneur Diego Sandoval is re-creating the meaningful coincidences that formed Silicon Valley and which can more sharply show our own connections to others like ourselves. You can purchase Dr. Beitman's new book, "Meaningful Coincidences", here ⁠⁠https://www.innertraditions.com/books/meaningful-coincidences⁠ Check out the Connecting with Coincidence YouTube channel to see the latest podcast episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@Coinciders Diego Sandoval is the Founder of CYNCROCITY, a platform for navigating innovation ecosystems in real-time. He is also a Venture Capital Fellow at Blitzscaling Ventures supporting Latin American deal flow. He previously served as an IREX Program Officer implementing the U.S. Department of State's flagship entrepreneurship network where he was responsible for facilitating meaningful connections across the Western Hemisphere. Diego graduated from New York University Abu Dhabi with a B.A. in Social Research & Public Policy. Learn more about Diego's work here at https://www.cyncrocity.com Our host Dr. Bernard Beitman is the first psychiatrist since Carl Jung to attempt to systematize the study of coincidences. He is Founding Director of The Coincidence Project. His book, and his Psychology Today blog, are both titled Connecting with Coincidence. He has developed the first valid and reliable scale to measure coincidence sensitivity, and has written and edited coincidence articles for Psychiatric Annals. He is a visiting professor at the University of Virginia and former chair of the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Missouri-Columbia. He attended Yale Medical School and completed a psychiatric residency at Stanford. Dr. Beitman has received two national awards for his psychotherapy training program and is internationally known for his research into the relationship between chest pain and panic disorder. Learn more at https://coincider.com

To flourish, innovation hubs need the right combination of talent, tech, funding, and market access. Rob and Jackie sat down with Jessica Corrigan, the director of M&T's Tech Academy, to discuss how smaller regions can become powerful innovation ecosystems.MentionedRobert D. Atkinson, “Comments to the Commerce Department Regarding Implementation of the Regional Technology and Innovation Hub Program,” (ITIF, March 2023).RelatedMatt Ashare, “At M&T Bank, modernization and talent strategies intersect in the cloud,” (CIO Dive, June 2023).Robert D. Atkinson, “Understanding the U.S. National Innovation System, 2020,” (ITIF, November 2023).

John Wensveen, Ph.D., Chief Innovation Officer, Nova Southeastern University & Executive Director, of Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation and Kelli Kedis Ogborn VP of Space Commerce & Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation discuss the power of collaboration and the necessity to cultivate strong innovation ecosystems to allow entrepreneurs to thrive.

Episode 73. Julio de Unamuno IV is the Founder & CEO of LabFellows and Executive Director of HomeLab, the biotech accelerator at UC San Diego's Center for Novel Therapeutics. He did his undergrad in Biochemistry at the University of San Diego and an MBA at the UC San Diego, Rady School of Management. 

An interview with Hannes Erler, Strategic Director for Innovation Ecosystems, SwarovskiThis wide-ranging interview looks back at how a major European company grew over a hundred-plus years from a small engineering start-up to become a global player in the fashion, jewellery and accessories business through constant attention to innovation.If you'd like to explore more innovation stories, or access a wide range of resources to help work with innovation, then please visit my website here.You can find a rich variety of cases, tools, videos, activities and other resources - as well as my innovation blog.Or subscribe to my YouTube channel here

Healthcare, being in need of innovations, is one of the most conservative industries out there. Together with technical and regulatory challenges, this brings us to the point where collaborations happen in slow cycles. Health data is perceived as oxygen for cultivating innovations in the industry. Utilizing and opening data can benefit not only the startups and industrial/academic innovators, but also empower patients and healthcare professionals. During the panel discussion, we will share the state-of-art on data use, best practices from Nordic countries, and will dive into the topic of how opening up data and creating cross-border collaboratives can help us erase the borders to be at the forefront of innovations in the healthcare space. Speakers:

In this episode, learn about Prairies Economic Development Canada, the federal government's boots on the ground in the prairies, from Derek Armstrong, Manager of Innovation Ecosystems. Derek explains how they operate as a funding agency to support the innovation around us. By helping to grow, scale and diversify the economy, Derek has plenty of valuable insights into the ecosystem and our challenges and opportunities.Derek and his team of five spend plenty of time in the sectors that matter in the Prairies, from CleanTech and energy transition to AGtech and life sciences. His goal is to understand how to best invest in and support entrepreneurs and SMEs and this episode will inform you how they do it. Whether you're growing, scaling or thinking about your next move, this episode will remind you there are plenty of organizations in your corner with the investment capital to help you succeed. Derek highlights how Prairies Economic Development has been at the forefront of fields like hydrogen and how de-risking projects means more individuals have a willingness to be ‘first' and take bold risks.

When we think about IP systems, we often think of national or regional IP Offices (IPOs) and policies. Yet, IPOs heavily defer to, rely on, and follow the tracks of the World IP Organization, which remain the highest authority when it comes to developing balanced and effective IP systems supporting innovation and creativity. Cooperating closely with IPOs, over the last couple of years the World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) has participated in the discussions and policymaking to address most of the recent and new challenges felt by IPOs – think pandemic, export control issues, supply chain disruption, and markets turmoil – and developed tools, programs, task forces, to support IPOs efforts and more importantly IP protection and innovation through these unprecedented times. How does WIPO envision its mission in 2023? What sort of initiatives does the organization carry out to ensure they stay in tune with innovators, businesses big and small, and the market at large? How much of a transformative force is WIPO for the IP world today?  To discuss WIPO's actions and priorities, our first guest is Marco Alemán, whose role is Assistant Director General IP and Innovation Ecosystems at WIPO, which he joined in 1999. During over 20 years at WIPO, Marco Alemán assumed several key roles including Director of the Patent Law Division. Prior to joining WIPO, Marco headed the Colombian Industrial Property Office. Our second guest is Lisa Jorgenson, who has been Deputy DG Patents & Tech at WIPO for 2 years. Over the past 30 years, Lisa has served in a variety of legal positions, including Executive Director of the American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) and Group Vice President, Intellectual Property and Licensing, of STMicroelectronics, where she spent over 24 years.Brand & New is a production of the International Trademark AssociationHosted by Audrey Dauvet - Contribution of M. Halle & S. Lagedamond - Music by JD BeatsFOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT INTA.ORGTo go further: About Lisa Jorgenson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-jorgenson/About Marco M. Alemán: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-m-alemán/Also of interest:https://www.wipo.int/about-ip/en/frontier_technologies/news/2022/news_0001.htmlhttps://www.who.int/news/item/10-11-2022-who--wipo--wto-to-hold-technical-symposium-on-response--preparedness-to-future-pandemicshttps://www.wipo.int/en/green-technology-book/https://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=3a24ca2a-7ba9-430c-a107-f3a91fe1cf50

Welcome to the podcast Business of Collaboration created by Collabwith Collabwith is a SaaS and digital platform that enables innovation ecosystems to connect startups, academics, and businesses in a matchmaking meets marketplace setting. I am Jara Pascual, founder and CEO of Collabwith and I will be your host. Today, you will hear our GUEST is […]

Episode 56 and we are excited to welcome Axel Deniz to the show. Axel has extensive experience building digital products and has led numerous digital innovation projects with large multinationals. Currently, he is Director for Corporate Development & Innovation at PwC, leading open innovation strategy & corporate venturing. Tune in when Axel talks about the resilience of business ecosystems, the role of external infrastructure, and how specific frameworks help to implement ecosystems in the firm daily.   We hope you enjoy this episode! You can find all show notes and links mentioned in the episode on our website   Chapters (0:48) Gerrit's introduction of Axel (2:20) Axel's journey from founder to consultancy  (07:00) Axel's first experiences when arriving at PwC (08:22) Shortage of talent in multinationals and local ecosystems (11:10) Convincing companies of the need for ecosystems  (15:38) Tools & frameworks for establishing an ecosystem firm on a daily basis (20:25) The role of regulatory infrastructure in fostering business ecosystems (28:55) Needed change of mindsets in ecosystems players regarding industry transformation (37:25) Gerrit's take on future industries and diversifying (38:40) What is the motivation for adapting the long-term focus of a company? Fear vs. opportunity (43:43) How do ecosystems deal with current geopolitical challenges? (48:30) Axel's motivation to do academic research (50:40) Axel shares his advice for young entrepreneurs & innovators (53:13) Book recommendation (55:55) Axel's recommendations for podcasts and books

In episode 48 of the Most Awesome Founder Podcast, we introduce Ron Adner, Professor of strategy and entrepreneurship at Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. He is one of world's leading thinkers and an award-winning researcher. he is also an advisor to companies around the world and the founder of the Strategy Insight Group. In this episode, Ron shares his research and experience with us on innovation ecosystems and throws light on how today's businesses need to approach value creation to build great ecosystems around their business. He argues how ecosystem-based strategies have alignment at the core and how today's leaders need to have a coalition-first approach. He also throws light on the concept of minimal viable ecosystems and how today's startups especially need to pay more attention to their ecosystem dynamics to increase their chances of success. You can access all the chapters discussed in the episode as well as other amazing literature at ronadner.com. Hope you enjoy listening to the episode as much as we did producing it. Chapters: (00:49) Intro of Ron Adner (02:43) Ron Adner's story and journey (06:56) Are there examples out there where execution was great but ecosystems were not ready for the innovation? (10:46) What is an innovation ecosystem? (16:31) How should managers approach alignment-based strategies? (20:02) What kind of businesses should adopt an innovation ecosystem approach? (26:21) How should one use ecosystem tools and frameworks for their startup? (27:42) What is a minimum viable ecosystem? (32:50) Did any business successfully execute ecosystem carryover? (37:54) The concept of Egosystem (41:02) Ron's thoughts on Meta's metaverse moves. Is it an egosystem? (46:27) Are these tools relevant for the real world of building startups? (49:26) The ecosystem strategy and importance of tools (56:16) How companies can defend their position using the ecosystem approach? (64:27) What advice would Ron give to the next generation of entrepreneurs? (69:23) Ron's book recommendations (71:10) What's cycling on Ron's playlist?

“…transformation should not only come from outside the systems where impact is sought…but the people working within these systems have to become transformers themselves…” YT - https://youtu.be/U2YfMJPvlxU Meet Jakob, a Counsellor for Innovation, Research and Higher Education at the Royal Danish Embassy in New Delhi. This is one of the 7 such positions which exist in the world for the Danish Government. He helps in building collaboration for Innovation, Science and Higher Education between India and Denmark. I have known Jakob since 2016, when I attended his PhD defence in Copenhagen. His topic of research was “Heroes of the knowledge economy? - Futurity and Anxiety in the Lives of Indian Engineering Students”. We have had long conversations around such topics and more and this episode brings some of them to the fore. Know more about him - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakobwilliamsoerberg/ Unleash - https://unleash.org Subscribe and Follow SCM - https://linktr.ee/suchconversationsmatter #science #innovation #ecosystems #denmark #india #DanishEmbassy #HigherEd #Engineering #saurabhnanda #SuchConversationsMatter #IndianPodcast #SpotifyPodcast #Podcast #GooglePodcast #ApplePodcast

677: In this interview, Teddy Bekele, SVP & CTO of Land O'Lakes, and Ryan Snyder, SVP & CIO of Thermo Fisher Scientific, discuss how innovation ecosystems act as a source of growth for their respective companies. Teddy describes what Land O'Lakes's innovation ecosystem looks like, IT's role within it, and how those ecosystems interact. Ryan then talks about how he connects the dots across the business and influences innovation and why he believes single-instance tech applications are the right move for Thermo Fisher instead of firm-wide consolidation. Finally, Teddy and Ryan speak about how they interact with C-suite peers to work with these ecosystems and drive broader innovation across the company.

677: In this interview, Teddy Bekele, SVP & CTO of Land O'Lakes, and Ryan Snyder, SVP & CIO of Thermo Fisher Scientific, discuss how innovation ecosystems act as a source of growth for their respective companies. Teddy describes what Land O'Lakes's innovation ecosystem looks like, IT's role within it, and how those ecosystems interact. Ryan then talks about how he connects the dots across the business and influences innovation and why he believes single-instance tech applications are the right move for Thermo Fisher instead of firm-wide consolidation. Finally, Teddy and Ryan speak about how they interact with C-suite peers to work with these ecosystems and drive broader innovation across the company.

In this episode, Dr. Ramanathan discusses best practices in Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, and Academic partnerships, alliance management, and innovation.

Dan McClure and Jenny Wilde are systems innovation professionals who work together at Innovation Ecosystems. They join host Mike Palmer in a conversation about learning ecosystems, thinking big, and the emerging trend of systems thinking. We learn how Dan and Jenny each got involved in their practice and what led to the founding of Innovation Ecosystems. From there we get into real-world examples of how systems thinking enables innovation in crisis response and product innovation. We conclude with thoughts on how systems innovation can help evolve learning interventions and how education is the key to reframing problems and opening up minds to the benefits of this new way of thinking. Subscribe to Trending in Education wherever you get your podcasts. Visit us at TrendinginEd.com for more innovative and disruptive perspectives on the world of learning.

Innovation ecosystems — places where companies and anchor institutions cluster and connect with startups, incubators, and smaller accelerators — are far from a new urban trend. As technology has become core to our economy in the past few decades, big coastal cities like Boston, San Francisco, and Seattle have become big tech innovation ecosystems, attracting more and more talented workers, startups, and investment capital from across the country and the world every year.  Despite all the growth spurred by these tech-based innovation ecosystems, the resources and the capital haven't been shared equitably with existing communities. Additionally, as we've seen in these big coastal cities, the creation of housing hasn't kept up with the influx of workers — causing prices to skyrocket and creating new challenges for lower-income groups and people of color. But there's a new global trend happening to intentionally plan innovation ecosystems in a way that still brings the advantages of economic opportunity and jobs, while also attempting to share the benefits more broadly. In this episode, we explore this new generation of innovation ecosystems that could not only spark economic growth, but offset some of the urban development approaches that have left too many neighborhoods behind. In this episode: [0:00 - 5:50] Phil Armstrong, executive director of Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center, and Trey Thaxton, entrepreneur and owner of the Tulsa-based Goldmill Co. and Greenwood Ave. cover the history of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and what tomorrow could look like with a new innovation ecosystem in place. [5:51 - 10:33] The podcast hosts Vanessa Quirk and Eric Jaffe discuss Innovation Ecosystems and how a mixed-use innovation ecosystem in neighborhoods might benefit from the opportunities by staying in their communities as well as generating wealth over time. [10:34 - 22:16] Landon Taylor, co-founder of Legacy First Partners, and Victor MacFarlane, founder and CEO of MacFarlane Partners, explain their vision for the Freedom West that will allow the residents to have access to job training, entrepreneurship training, and access to capital to allow them to participate in the 21st-century economy. [22:17 - 29:03] Randy Wiggins, founding managing director of Build in Tulsa, and Brian Brackeen, general partner of Lightship Capital strives to build Tulsa as the most Black entrepreneur-centric ecosystem in the country and in the world. To see images and videos of topics discussed in this episode, read the link-rich transcript on our Sidewalk Talk Medium page at https://bit.ly/3DdhNKL City of the Future is hosted by Eric Jaffe and Vanessa Quirk, and produced by Guglielmo Mattioli. Story editing by Rough Cut Collective and Benjamin Walker. Mix is by Andrew Callaway. Art is by Tim Kau. Our music is composed by Adaam James Levin-Areddy of Lost Amsterdam. Special thanks to Phil Armstrong, Trey Thaxton, Landon Taylor, Randy Wiggins, Brian Brackeen, Alison Novak, Jesse Shapins, and Chrystal Dean.

On Episode 278 of Impact Boom, Tim Silverwood of the Ocean Impact Organisation discusses how generating an ecosystem for innovative entrepreneurs can help clean and protect our oceans in the future.

Enjoy this podcast episode Where Christian and Jennifer speak about: How to build innovation ecosystems or clusters that lead to a sustainable growth Who is Jennifer Wilde? Jenny is currently serving as Managing Director at Innovation Ecosystem, an organisation offering practical tools and support to deliver a step change in innovation effectiveness. A leader in System Innovation, they enable organisations to solve challenging problems, and find the right solutions to build high impact change. Are the questions you need answered in future episodes? Suggest topics for future podcast episodes: https://meetchrisbartsch.com/how-you-can-suggest-a-podcast-topic-for-the-growth-zone-show/ Are you looking to achieve true market innovation? If you are a tech founder you will have realised that developing a perfect market is a long journey. A product idea alone does not make a valuable investment. Investors expect to see a proof or concept and market fit. A new product that tackles an untouched market segment needs time to build a revenue growth curve. "Know what to do - when and how. The why will lead you to your destination", Christian Bartsch. According to Christian, that companies are most successful when they understand why and how to implement a strategy. To be consistent you must know the "where" of your organisational journey. Christian is passionate about technology driven business models and enjoys conversations with company leaders who are willing to put in the effort to build a sustainable business driven by an effective purpose. That is why he is a board member of tech companies and advises corporate leaders in multiple countries. He guides the CEOs along the the necessary steps. You need to know what to do when and how. 

Enjoy this podcast episode Where Christian and Jennifer speak about: How to build innovation ecosystems or clusters that lead to a sustainable growth Who is Jennifer Wilde? Jenny is currently serving as Managing Director at Innovation Ecosystem, an organisation offering practical tools and support to deliver a step change in innovation effectiveness. A leader in System Innovation, they enable organisations to solve challenging problems, and find the right solutions to build high impact change. Are the questions you need answered in future episodes? Suggest topics for future podcast episodes: https://meetchrisbartsch.com/how-you-can-suggest-a-podcast-topic-for-the-growth-zone-show/ Are you looking to achieve true market innovation? If you are a tech founder you will have realized that developing a perfect market is a long journey. A product idea alone does not make a valuable investment. Investors expect to see a proof or concept and market fit. A new product that tackles an untouched market segment needs time to build a revenue growth curve. "Know what to do - when and how. The why will lead you to your destination", Christian Bartsch. According to Christian, that companies are most successful when they understand why and how to implement a strategy. To be consistent you must know the "where" of your organisational journey. Christian is passionate about technology driven business models and enjoys conversations with company leaders who are willing to put in the effort to build a sustainable business driven by an effective purpose. That is why he is a board member of tech companies and advises corporate leaders in multiple countries. He guides the CEOs along the the necessary steps. You need to know what to do when and how. 

The host for this episode is Jay Fidell. The guest for this episode is Matthew James Bailey. Matthew James Bailey, author of Inventing World 3.0 and recognized authority in Innovation Ecosystems, Artificial Intelligence, Smart Cities, IoT (Global Impact) "Supporting business, government and society to advance into their future", helps us understand AI and Ethics in a covid and post-covid world; How can we make it work for us, how can it harm us. We discuss AI in authoritarian governments, surveillance, journalism, fact checking, fact finding, politics, government, democracy, pandemics and endemics. How can it help our society, and how can it harm us, and what we can do to improve appropriate ethical standards and guardrails on its use and abuse.

Welcome to a talk about Innovation Ecosystems, Digital Transformation & Startups. My guest today is Dan Toma, Co-Founder at Outcome, Author “The Corporates Startup” and "Innovation Accounting". Digital Transformation and Innovation Secrets l Invincible Innovation We will discuss: - What are the biggest obstacles to innovation? - What companies have to know about digital transformation? - Why are ecosystems so important for business? Thanks for watching Invincible innovation LIVE A Show About The Future Of People With Tech I'm Adi Mazor Kario, #1 Product Innovation & Value Creation Expert, Invincible Innovation. I'd love to hear your feedback and thoughts in the comments below! If you want to know more about me and my work: https://www.invincibleinnovation.com/ Invincible Innovation on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xtwPt9 Innovating Through Chaos Book: https://amzn.to/3gAVLbu Adi's LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3vuAplA Hope you'll enjoy the talk! #innovation #innovationecosystem #startup #startupnation #innovation #leadership #management #invincibleinnovation #openinnovation #cocreation #opportunities #valuecreation Invincible Innovation Innovation Ecosystems Digital Transformation Startups what is digital transformation in business d digital transformation strategy innovation digital transformation series episode what is innovation digital transformation digital transformation trends innovation ecosystem startup philosophy business building how to innovate Digital Transformation and Innovation Secrets | Invincible Innovation Digital Transformation and Innovation Secrets

How might we design sustainable innovation ecosystems centered around inclusion & equity? This week’s episode of Public Hearing dives into the complexity of economics and empathy. Josh and our guest, Randal Meraki, talk about innovation and possible pathways for realizing a more equitable and inclusive future. Randal is the CEO and Co-Owner of The WorcShop, a 54,000 square foot makerspace & business incubator focused on manufacturing and industrial arts. Listen to Public Hearing wherever you get your podcasts and on WICN 90.5FM, Worcester’s NPR affiliate station. And, while we celebrate women all year round, our guests for the month of March are all women who live, influence, and/or impact the City of Worcester, MA. Learn more about our show at PublicHearing.coShare our show with a friend!

556: In this interview, Angela Yochem, the executive vice president and Chief Transformation & Digital Officer at Novant Health, and George Llado, the senior vice president and chief information officer of Alexion Pharmaceuticals, focus on the power of ecosystems. Angela discusses the importance of leveraging ecosystems to drive innovation at scale, and she shares the story of how Novant Health formed an “unconventional partnership” with Stewart-Haas to build ICU carts for overrun hospitals. Meanwhile, George discusses Alexion's strategy of cultivating relationships with startups and venture capital firms to accelerate innovation, as well as his approach to strategic planning.

556: In this interview, Angela Yochem, the executive vice president and Chief Transformation & Digital Officer at Novant Health, and George Llado, the senior vice president and chief information officer of Alexion Pharmaceuticals, focus on the power of ecosystems. Angela discusses the importance of leveraging ecosystems to drive innovation at scale, and she shares the story of how Novant Health formed an “unconventional partnership” with Stewart-Haas to build ICU carts for overrun hospitals. Meanwhile, George discusses Alexion’s strategy of cultivating relationships with startups and venture capital firms to accelerate innovation, as well as his approach to strategic planning.

What elements are needed to create demand driven innovation ecosystems to build world class companies? On this episode of Market Hunt, we speak with Co-Founder and COO of the Canada's Digital Technology Supercluster, Bill Tam.Check out the Ie-Knowledge Hub Video Case Studies on the International Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub.Questions or feedback on our episode? Get in touch with show host Thierry Harris: thierry.harris@cartouchemedia.com Episode Research Question: What constitutes an innovative connection between two companies? How do we define the variables to characterize this innovation and how do we measure innovation within an ecosystem?Write to us at solutions@ie-knowledgehub.ca and we'll post some of your answers on our website page.Guest bio:  Bill TamBill Tam is recognized as one of the pre-eminent leaders of the B.C. tech sector. A lifelong entrepreneur, Bill has been actively involved with technology and start-ups as a founder, executive, investor, advisor and board member for the past 20 years.In 2017, Bill co-founded the development of the Digital Technology Supercluster and currently serves as Chief Operating Officer. The Digital Technology Supercluster is part of the Government of Canada’s $950-million, ten-year Innovation Superclusters Initiative to drive large-scale collaboration among industry leaders, small and medium enterprises, and post-secondary institutions to develop and scale high-potential technologies in Canada.A champion of entrepreneurship, Bill forges partnerships across private and public sectors to accelerate economic growth and foster inclusiveness. He serves on the Steering Committee of the Cascadia Innovation Corridor initiative – a cross-border partnership between B.C., Washington and Oregon to develop and promote a globally recognized hub of innovation and commerce. Bill also serves on the Innovation Committee of the Rideau Hall Foundation and is as an industry advisor at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Simon Fraser University and the British Columbia Institute of Technology. He earned his MBA from the Ivey Business School at Western University and his Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Summa Cum Laude) from McGill University. In 2018, UBC awarded Bill the Applied Science Dean’s Medal of Distinction for his contributions to the engineering and tech community. Episode Links:Canada’s SuperclustersDigital SuperclusterC2MIData CommonsIP Asset CollectiveShow Credits:Market Hunt is produced by Cartouche Media in collaboration with Seratone Studios in Montreal and Popup Podcasting in Ottawa. Market Hunt is part of the International Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub network.  Funding for this program comes from the Social Sciences and Humanities Resource Council of Canada.Executive Producers: Hamid Etemad, McGill University Desautels Faculty of Management and Hamed Motaghi, Université du Québec en Outaouais. Associate Producer, Jose Orlando Montes, Université du Québec à Montréal.Technical Producers Simon Petraki, Seratone Studio and Lisa Querido, Pop up Podcasting. Show consultant, JP Davidson. Artwork by Melissa Gendron. Voiceover: Katie Harrington.You can check out the ie-Knowledge Hub Case studies  at ie-knowledgehub.ca.

In our second episode, our Co-Founder Waheed Rahman (@iwaheedo) is joined by British historian and author Dr. Anton Howes (@antonhowes)  where we uncover the roots of innovation in the modern world, including how to create innovation ecosystems with a focus on 16th-19th century Britain as a case-study.  Dr. Anton is the Head of Innovation Research at The Entrepreneurs Network and released his latest book 'Arts and Minds: How the Royal Society of Arts Changed a Nation'. He's also a former Lecturer in Economic History at King's College London.   OUTLINE: Here are the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players, you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time.  (00:00) - Introduction to Episode (01:55) - First-principles: Defining Innovation vs Invention (07:08) - Industrial Revolution: Why this epoch of time is so crucial in innovation history? (12:43) - Specific technologies - Idea of different Industrial Revolutions (15:22) - Innovation in other regions  (16:47) - Key factors that led to an accelerated period of innovation and invention in 16th-century Britain (22:41) - Scientific Revolution and effects of the Baconian Program on Early Britain during the 1500s and 1600s (32:44) - Reasons and origins of why the idea of 'improvement mentality' came about (41:33) - Is Necessity the mother of all inventions?  (48:20) - Effect of British Colonialism in accelerating innovation (59:03) - Is there a decline in Innovation in Britain vs the American acceleration in the 20th century? (1:06:09) - Lessons for Emerging Markets when it comes to creating Innovation Ecosystems (1:14:28) - Ending  

How Finland focuses on AI as a benefit for society, and how openness, trust and transparency in data and AI exist throughout the country? Joining us in the conversation are Tero Ojanperä from Silo.AI, Kristian Luoma from OP Financial Group and Meeri Haataja from Saidot. Hosted by Roy Meredith, Senior Advisor and Arto Pussinen, Senior Director, Innovation Ecosystems at Business Finland.

Welcome to another edition of the OTPBD News Special, our fortnightly series analysing the news that matters for Australian and Kiwi startups.Meet this week's panel...Amanda CoombsKevin Baum, AgriwebbJared Kendler, Precincts and Innovation Ecosystems at NSW TreasuryTopics we discuss:In this edition, our news panel dives deep into the showdown between Facebook and the Australian government and news outlets. We also discuss new funds from Artesian, Our Innovation Fund and Skip Capital, the status of the New South Wales tech precinct and Judo Bank's massive $284 million funding round.

Dr. Anton Howes (@antonhowes), author of Arts & Minds, joins Erik on this episode to discuss:- How to create conditions where innovation is easier and better.- Why he wrote the book and the key question he was trying to answer.- What Silicon Valley could learn from studying the history of Britain.- Misconceptions that people have about economic growth in the past and future.- Why people misunderstand what growth is.- How statecraft relates to economic growth.- Questions that people in the field are trying to answer and where he agrees or disagrees with prominent thinkers.- Thoughts on progress studies.Thanks for listening — if you like what you hear, please review us on your favorite podcast platform. Check us out on the web at www.villageglobal.vc or get in touch with us on Twitter @villageglobal.Want to get updates from us? Subscribe to get a peek inside the Village. We’ll send you reading recommendations, exclusive event invites, and commentary on the latest happenings in Silicon Valley. www.villageglobal.vc/signup

“The ability to engage with your teams in an asynchronous fashion in a world that doesn't need us to just be there immediately at that point in time, has actually become extremely valuable and powerful” - Simon Hill In this episode of our series Leadership Lessons for Challenging Times, Simon Hill, founder and Chief Executive of Wazoku, an innovative platform, which focuses on releasing ideas and innovation, talks with Xquadrant's Founder Richard Medcalf. Simon is an innovation leader and expert, as well as a software founder and tech evangelist. He is an expert contributor for The Future Shapers on topics including Innovation Software, Innovation Archetypes, Innovation Ecosystems and more. Simon is also an author, blogger & speaker.

Majed Al Suwaidi, Board Member at Young Arab Leaders, is the Managing Director of Dubai Media City, Dubai Studio City, and Dubai Production City as well as Head of in5 – members of TECOM Group.He provides strategic direction and ensures steady growth of the Media business communities, home to thousands of media companies, and tens of thousands of creative professionals. As the Managing Director of this integrated creative ecosystem which is home to many Fortune 500 companies from around the world, entrepreneurs and startups alike, Majed plays a key role in positioning Dubai as an international media hub.Prior to this role, Majed was Managing Director of Dubai Internet City and Dubai Outsource City. Under his leadership, the integrated ICT hub became a strategic partner of the Smart Dubai initiative that is driving Dubai’s transformation into one of the smartest cities in the world.In a previous role as Director of Business Development for Dubai Internet City and Dubai Outsource City, he was part of the team that launched in5, a dedicated platform for emerging talent that supports innovation and entrepreneurship across TECOM’s business parks.Majed has also served as Director Commercial Operations and Director of Sales at Dubai Internet City and prior to that gained invaluable experience with Dubai International Financial Centre and Emirates Airlines.Amongst his other responsibilities, Majed is a member of the Dubai Future Council for Entrepreneurship and Innovation Ecosystems and a Board Director of SmartCity Malta. He also leads in5, TECOM Group’s incubator and enabling platform for technology, media, and design startups.Enjoy the show!Show Notes:00:30 – Growing up in Dubai02:00 – Pursuing MBA while being out-stationed with Emirates (in Africa).03:00 – “Emirates is a school itself”05:45 – Dubai’s many cities and what they are? Majed shares the history of His Highness’ grand vision to shift away from oil dependency.13:30 – On building government services on the basis of a customer experience program.15:00 – How they are supporting businesses within the leading creative zones of Dubai.19:30 – The role of In5 in Dubai’s startup ecosystem.24:30 – In5 flying talent from across the globe come to offer expert workshops to the community.29:00 – Majed’s role on the Dubai Future Council for Entrepreneurship and Innovation.32:00 – YAL as a platform has shown there are a variety of people to learn from and interact with and the benefits he sees.34:00 – On attending YAL events and the network “has provided me with an angle I didn’t see before”36:15 – The importance of keeping things interesting.38:15 – “There are a lot of opportunities lying ahead, keep your head up and work hard”41:30 – Majed’s dream initiative to create a creator’s ecosystem to enable and empower creators of all types.44:00 – “Opportunities might be hidden but they are there” See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we learn from Rob Wassel, the Executive Director of the Seeds Global Innovation Lab on what an innovation ecosystem is, and why we need them.

For this podcast, Andrew Berkowitz sat down with Omar Christidis, the Founder and CEO at ArabNet, a digital media venture with the goal of spearheading the Arab Web and Mobile movement, and encouraging its expansion worldwide. Having played an essential role in driving the growth of multiple young companies throughout the middle east, ArabNet enjoys a loyal network of fans in the region.This episode features insight into the development of the startup ecosystem in Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, UAE, and the rest of the gulf region. Listen in to learn the following:1) How Omar expanded his tech conference business across the middle east through Tweetups, [9:18]2) What nearing peak oil means for the gulf coast’s sovereign wealth funds, [15:01]3) A deep dive on the Saudi Arabia tech and innovation landscape, [20:09]4) Smart cities and special economic zones being utilized in the gulf region, [24:30]

MultimediaLIVE — For this podcast, Andrew Berkowitz sat down with Omar Christidis, the Founder and CEO at ArabNet, a digital media venture with the goal of spearheading the Arab Web and Mobile movement, and encouraging its expansion worldwide. Having played an essential role in driving the growth of multiple young companies throughout the middle east, ArabNet enjoys a loyal network of fans in the region.This episode features insight into the development of the startup ecosystem in Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, UAE, and the rest of the gulf region. Listen in to learn the following:1) How Omar expanded his tech conference business across the middle east through Tweetups, [9:18]2) What nearing peak oil means for the gulf coast’s sovereign wealth funds, [15:01]3) A deep dive on the Saudi Arabia tech and innovation landscape, [20:09]4) Smart cities and special economic zones being utilized in the gulf region, [24:30]

Anette visits with Todd McLees about the future of work, lifelong learning, education, and more. They met when Todd presented at the Amarillo College General Assembly in January, and, boy, has the world changed since then! Yet Todd's insight and examples on disruption are even more relevant and important now, in light of COVID-19's impact on society, learning, and work, than ever before.Todd McLees is an internationally known strategist, speaker, and thought leader. His focus is on the convergence of people, emerging technologies and Exponential Collaboration.He helps prepare business leaders and educators to effectively anticipate and react to disruptive changes in technology and its impact on education and work. As an innovation strategist, Todd has worked with diverse teams in corporations and academia to address market-driven paradigm shifts.He helps organizations identify their strategic advantage during an era of unprecedented opportunities for growth. His corporate clients range from small and medium sized enterprises to publicly traded, Global 100 companies. He assists corporate executives in rethinking their business models, product and service offerings, and organizational structures to become resilient in the face of constantly evolving markets.Todd works with academic and workforce development leaders to prepare students and workers by developing Exponential Skills related to the Future of Work. He works closely with the Center for Occupational Research and Development, as a regular contributor to Preparing Technicians for the Future of Work throughout the United States.He works with economic regions and their industry partners to better understand the regional impact of Exponential Technologies and the Future of Work to chart a course for sustainable success.He is the architect of TENxOS and the Exponential Skills frameworks. His strategic frameworks are used to construct and operationalize Innovation Ecosystems.Todd serves on multiple boards including the Higher Education Regional Alliance, Pathways High, the advisory board at Marquette University’s Center for Supply Chain Management, and ADHD America. 

Tim is a serial entrepreneur and investor with roots in the Midwest, experience in Silicon Valley, and connections around the world. He currently serves as the Managing Partner at Refinery Ventures in Cincinnati.In this episode we talk about building innovation ecosystems, scaling companies and his path to founding Refinery Ventures. Tim created ShareThis, a social media pioneer that nearly a billion people use to share online content every month. ShareThis, based in Palo Alto, was one of the fastest growing companies in the country, growing to $50 million in less than four years which earned him the EY Entrepreneur of the Year in his region. Tim also launched and managed Cintrifuse, one of the best performing fund of funds in the country, investing in 15 top-tier early stage funds across the U.S. Tim has been in venture capital since 1998. Prior successes include Advertising.com (AOL), Get2Chip (Cadence), DotLoop (Zillow).Tim grew up in Cleveland as the son of a steelworker and Vietnam veteran. He received his B.S. in electrical engineering from Case Western Reserve University and is a Member of YPO, a global network of chief executives.Connect with Tim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schigel/For more information on Refinery Ventures, please visit: https://refinery.com/

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Martin Jung (Director - Department Innovation and Business Development @ IFB Hamburg): How to boost the Startup and Innovation Ecosystems? What’s the role of industry, academia, civil society and state?

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Today's podcast we are talking about Open Entrepreneurship and Innovation with Amado Trejo & Luis Sarre, Co-founders of Free Entrepreneurs. Amado Trejo: Previously, working for the Mexican Government in Shanghai, he devoted his endeavors and know-how to promote Chinese investment in Mexico and vice-versa, to position Mexican exports in China, and to consolidate Mexico as a tourist destination for Chinese travelers. He has advised key policymakers and leaders in the private sector in both countries about trends, opportunities and best practices in business, education, innovation, and tourism. Given his residence in different countries and involvement in various economic sectors, Amado has developed an international and comprehensive contact network. He is the Asia Bureau Director of the Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon (Mexico), focus on boost cooperation between Research and Development Centers, Universities and Innovation Ecosystems both in Asia and Mexico. He is the Co-Founder and COO of Free Entrepreneurs; a Shanghai-based startup dedicated to developing networks worldwide for open innovation projects. Luis Sarre Automotive and Mechanical Design Engineer with strong technology innovation background and 25+ years of hands-on multidisciplinary experience; currently developing products and running open and corporate innovation initiatives with a UX(user experience)-centric approach in the fields of Mobility and Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT). He has founded his experience working in China, South Korea, Malaysia, Australia, Mexico, USA, Canada and Italy developing teams and sharing knowledge to innovate, design exciting products and run cross-technology projects. Currently he is Principal Consultant at InnOvatio; and Co-Founder and CEO at Free Entrepreneurs. EPISODE CONTENT: Amado and Luis are telling us a little bit of their backgrounds. What do they do, and what’s their relationship to China? A bit more about your work with Free entrepreneurs: How did it get started, what is the goal, why is there this need? Different verticals that are covered? One of the core parts they focus on is innovation. How do does that work in China? Especially from a non-Chinese point of view? Comment saying that "we need more inventors vs innovation / Radical new discoveries vs incremental (small) improvements". What is Amado & Luis stance on that? And how does this all link to the Chinese business environment? How do they currently view the business and startup environment in China? There are so many networks, accelerators, incubators and more in the world and also plenty in China. What makes Free entrepreneurs different and why should people want to join? What are some of the challenges or pitfalls that can be seen businesses encounter while trying to make it in China? Mistakes Amado & Luis have made and learned from #1 actionable tip for doing business in China How to get in touch with Amado & Luis or learn more on what they are working on Episode Mentions: Free entrepreneurs on LinkedIn Free entrepreneurs website Find Amado LinkedIN Find Luis LinkedIN Join China Business Cast WeChat group Find Jons on LinkedIN Download and Subscribe Download this episode: right click and choose "save as" Subscribe to China Business Cast on iTunes Or check out the full list on subscription options Add Jons ('jslemmer') on WeChat to join China Business Cast WeChat group

In this weeks episode we discuss bridging innovation ecosystems in China and the UK with Sunan Jiang, Minister Counsellor for Science and Technology at the Chinese Embassy (UK); and the current and future role of contract research organisations in drug development and innovation with Dr Dave Madge, VP at Wuxi AppTec Co.   Host: Emil Fristed Editor: Phillip Dmitriev

We are glad to present to you a special edition of our business of collaboration podcast. During three podcasts we will interview 3 keynote speakers and delegates of the ISPIM conference in Fukuoka, Japan on the second to the fifth of December. ISPIM is the International Society for Professional Innovation Management. Its members represent many sectors, […] The post PODCAST ISPIM FUKUOKA: CEO Russell O’Brien Discusses How to Create a Large scale Innovation Ecosystems appeared first on KNOWCO by collabwith.

Peter Gardner is the Founder and CEO of Startgrid, a company focused on connecting entrepreneurs and enterprises. His mission is to use software to build the density of resources (VCs/accelerators/access to capital/relationships) in innovation ecosystems outside of Silicon Valley. He believes innovation can happen anywhere. In this podcast, Peter talks with Brian Ardinger about how enterprises need to take a collaborative approach. They need to engage with global innovation ecosystems and integrate new technology, to stay competitive in a changing marketplace. Innovation teams need to develop internal skills and capacities, while growing their external collaborations. Startups should consider a more strategic approach to building relationships with enterprises, giving both a competitive advantage. Peter has spent 20 years as both an entrepreneur and venture capitalist, helping early-stage entrepreneurs seed and build their businesses. His experience includes being a General Partner at Allegis Capital, where he worked with more than 30 large enterprises on their external innovation programs. Learn more about Peter at https://corp.startgrid.com/author/peter-gardener or email him at peter@startgrid.com. If you are interested in building and accessing innovation ecosystems, check out Brian's talk with Daniel Fozzati at IdeaLondon https://insideoutside.io/podcast/ep-101-daniel-fozzati-with-idealondon-on-system-innovation-at-30000-ft/ or Paul Singh's talk at the Inside Outside Innovation Summit 2017 https://insideoutside.io/podcast/ep-91-paul-singh-i-o-innovation-summit/ For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Most of our topics on this podcast have been focused on established industries and businesses we've all heard of before.  But there's a lot going on right now with small business and entrepreneurship.  We're seeing more investment from PE firms and family offices in start-up ventures especially in the medical field.  So we thought we'd reach out to an expert in this area.  Greg Saltsman talks with Cameron Cushman, Director of Innovation Ecosystems at the University of North Texas Health Science Center. 

In this episode of The Y.E.S. Lady with CharlaA, Your Encouragement Solutions for OUTRAGEOUS Business - host Charla Anderson talks with 1 Million Cups co-founder, Cameron Cushman, who started a weekly educational event for entrepreneurs now in over 170 cities and 10 countries. Why is this so important? Are new businesses threats or opportunities for existing companies? How can we support initiatives that drive the future of our cities and communities? All these are answered in this video. Cameron Cushman has been building entrepreneurial communities for more than a decade. He currently serves as the Director of Innovation Ecosystems at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, where he is working to connect the startup community. Reach out to him at cameron.cushman@unthsc.edu, or better yet, go to www.1millioncups.com to find an organization near you! To be a guest or advertise on The Y.E.S. Lady with CharlaA, call 817-808-7703. Download the FREE OffBeat Business app, or go to http://OffBeatBusinessMedia.com for more Y.E.S. Lady TV, or listen to The Y.E.S. Lady with CharlaA on iTunes or Google Play through the OBBM Podcast Network. Charla Anderson Serves the Marketplace Through These Fine Companies (ISM) Independent Stock Market - CharlaA.ISMClub.com Zeal Wellness - Charla.ZealForLife.com Talent Scout, America's Real Deal TV - CharlaA.ARDshow.com The Y.E.S. Lady with CharlaA is produced by OffBeat Business Media for the OBBM Network, OBBM Podcast Network, and OBBM Radio, and affiliates. (c) All Rights Reserved Support the show (https://offbeatbusiness.com/discountmembership/#join)

As a part of Friends of Europe’s Africa Summit, Session II explored the creative and high tech industries in Africa and the massive potential for continent-wide job creation and GDP growth. The event took place on 4 June 2018 in Brussels. Speakers include Sindiso Khumalo (Designer and Founder of Sindiso Khumalo Fashion, working towards promoting sustainable and ethical African creations) and Pauline Mujawamariya Koelbl (Managing Director, African Innovation Foundation and Programme Director of the Innovation Prize for Africa and Innovation Ecosystems). This debate was moderated by Shada Islam, Director for Europe and Geopolitics

Subscribe to Social Business Engine Apple Podcasts |Stitcher |Google Play Innovation and Florida are in the same sentence at Synapse, a company that’s deploying a ground-breaking methodology to connect all business personas within a multifaceted ecosystem. Brian Kornfeld, co-founder and Head of Operations at Synapse, is featured on this episode of Social Business Engine and shares the inspiring story behind this breakout company’s impact on innovation in a region that isn’t widely recognized for innovation. Brian explains the 3 key elements to Synapse and shares why the timing has never been better for innovation and entrepreneurial ventures to flourish in the Tampa Bay area. He also offers insights into the 2019 Synapse Innovation Summit and what’s to come for the company’s future. This conversation includes examples of innovative companies in Tampa Bay and is key to understanding why Florida is a hotspot for entrepreneurship and innovation. The 8 different personas found in business and entrepreneurship are all united under the Synapse ecosystem. Brian and Bernie’s conversation provides insights into the value of this ecosystem in the Tampa Bay Area and throughout the state of Florida, so be sure to listen. This episode is sponsored by SAP. Download the ungated case study titled, “Savvy Social Selling the SAP Way.” You’ll learn how SAP sales reps fill their sales pipeline with deals that are 560% larger on average when using social selling techniques. Download the case study without a form to fill out. It’s ungated. Synapse: 3 Platforms Uniting the 8 Business Personas Synapse was born out of a desire to create a connected business community in the Tampa Bay area to accelerate innovation. It’s improving the brand of the city by joining innovation and entrepreneurship while boosting the economy. Synapse has 3 main platforms: publishing, web platforms, and live events. These 3 platforms cohesively focus on the 8 personas Brian and his team believe are critical to business growth: Entrepreneurs Investors Government Agencies Service Providers Large Scale Corporations Talent (people) Educational Institutions Entrepreneurial Incubators The Tampa Bay business community has been energized over the past decade and its growth shows no signs of slowing. Synapse is helping to overcome the stigmas of “no money, no talent, no customers” that has plagued the area. Brian shares his passion for Synapse and its goals in a way that may convince you to relocate to Tampa Bay, or expand your business footprint in the area, so be sure to listen. Using Live Events and a Powerful Digital Platform to Achieve the Synapse Vision Synapse’s two largest platforms, web and live events, seek to achieve two main goals: enabling connections in the local community and attracting people to the Tampa Bay innovation ecosystem. The web platform is an online community that spans the geographical distance that separates businesses across the state of Florida, not just in Tampa Bay. The platform is free to join and offers members multiple ways to connect with other members including: 1 to 1 connections, innovation challenges sponsored by local businesses, articles and videos, local events, jobs and internships, topical discussions and more. The idea behind the Synapse web platform is to make it easy for anyone in the local business community to thrive by providing an ecosystem that encourages collaboration and innovation whether you’re starting a new business or you want to expand your current business in the area. The second annual Synapse Innovation Summit was held in March 2018 and brought over 3,200 attendees to Tampa Bay and injected an unprecedented level of energy and buzz into the local entrepreneurial sphere. Brian explains that “It made a dent in the universe” in Tampa Bay and his team is already planning the Synapse Innovation Summit 2019. Future Goals for Synapse and the Innovation Ecosystems in Tampa Bay Brian’s biggest goal for Synapse in the coming years is to accelerate the community feel of the innovation ecosystem that exists in Tampa Bay. He wants to engage “The other 90%” of the community that’s not currently connected to Synapse. Hosting corporate innovation challenges, bringing in world class speakers for the Synapse Innovation Summit, and producing better research results on smaller budgets are all goals the Synapse team is focusing on. If you’re interested in learning how you can harness the energy Synapse is creating in Tampa Bay to inspire and accelerate innovation, give this episode your full attention. Featured on This Episode Video conversation on YouTube Connect with Brian on Linkedin Follow Synapse on Twitter: @SynapseFL Synapse website and platform Synapse’s 2018 Innovation Summit Tech Data company Publix stores ConnectWise company ARTICLE: “5 Insights for Entrepreneurs” USSOCOM agency University of South Florida College of Engineering Gasparilla Parade of Pirates Outline of This Episode [0:31] Bernie introduces his guest for this episode, Brian Kornfeld of Synapse [1:46] What is Synapse? [3:02] The 3 major platforms of Synapse [5:24] Why the timing’s right for Synapse to grow and accelerate in Tampa Bay [8:44] The brilliant idea behind Synapse’s web platform [12:35] Injecting creative energy into Tampa Bay through the Innovation Summit events [14:46] Brian looks toward the future of Synapse Resources & People Mentioned Be sure to download the case study - Social Business Journal Volume 11. It weaves together the narrative of social selling success factors at SAP, our sponsor for this episode. It’s available for download, ungated here. Grab your copy of “Savvy Social Selling the SAP Way” In Social Business Journal Volume 10, Lithium’s SVP of Marketing Dayle Hall, drops a ton of wisdom around the top 5 most influential topics in B2B marketing. The Selling With Social Podcast with Vengreso CEO, Mario Martinez, Jr Connect With Bernie and Social Business Engine https://www.facebook.com/socialbusinessengine/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernieborges/ https://twitter.com/bernieborges https://twitter.com/sbengine Subscribe to Social Business Engine Apple Podcasts |Stitcher |Google Play

If you are innovating, working with start-ups or are generally open minded regarding the evolution of business practices, I am sure you’re familiar with the idea of ‘ecosystems’. Sooner or later digitalization transforms every industry as well as its customer expectations; and ecosystems can be a great strategy to face that change and make the most of it. In this episode of the Sparkr Podcast it was my pleasure to talk to Dr. Bernhard Lingens from the Institute of Technology Management and the Helvetia Innovation Lab at University St. Gallen in Switzerland – a leading business and management school. Bernhard and his team are conducting research as well as industry collaborations in the context of business model innovations in ecosystems. We talked about the strengths, benefits and risks of ecosystems, why they matter, how organizations can tap into the potential of ecosystems to increase revenue, enter new markets and more. If you want to build an ecosystem yourself, check out Sparkr's ecosystem services here: http://sparkr.ch/ecosystems_en/ Learn more about Bernhard and the Helvetia Innovation Lab here: https://item.unisg.ch/en/divisions/innovation-mgmt/research/helvetia-innovation-lab And if you wish to listen to more episodes of the Sparkr Podcast check out: http://sparkr.ch/podcast/

Every big technological shift (per Carlota Perez) brings with a structural shift too — an “institutional adjustment” in how companies innovated and build new products, according to Steve Blank and Evangelos Simoudis. Large organizations used to (and continue to) set up remote R&D labs in places like Silicon Valley. But now, those companies are also investing more energy and resources in setting up corporate venturing arms and/or “innovation outposts” in such startup ecosystems — especially as they believe that startup-driven innovation is one of the best ways to keep up with and address disruption in their industries. But… it's not enough to simply establish a presence in these places; how do you also “sense” and respond to the right opportunities? Are they in the right places? Does beginning with corporate venturing really work for such outposts? And finally, how can these orgs avoid just acting out “innovation theater”? Simoudis — who has also written about whether “the elephant can dance again” using the case of IBM and Watson/ AI — offers his views on how big companies can and should use the Valley (and other innovation clusters) in this episode of the a16z Podcast.

Why do so many-government led efforts to build the next "Silicon Valley" in one geography or another fail? Is it misguided to even try? But then what does make such innovation clusters work? In this segment of the pod a trio of expert guests -- AnnaLee Saxenian, Dean of the UC Berkeley School of Information and a longtime researcher/observer of regional competitive advantage; VC Brad Feld and writer on startup communities; and entrepreneur and investor Christopher Schroeder, who covers startups rising in the Middle East and most recently wrote about the tech phenomenon in Iran -- tackle the question of how innovation ecosystems grow. The discussion delves into how innovation is being spurred differently (or stifled) in places like China and Iran; whether there are cultural differences in attitudes for failure or about entrepreneurship; and if regulatory arbitrage is one way for regions to get ahead.

In this special international edition of the a16z Podcast, Mohsen Malayeri, co-founder of Avatech -- one of the more prominent startup accelerators in Iran among many (much like Y Combinator in the U.S.) -- talks to guest interviewer Christopher Schroeder (former entrepreneur, D.C. investor, and author of Startup Rising) about startups in Iran. What happens when you have a "mobile-first" startup ecosystem? Is this about trying to be yet another Silicon Valley (and if so, are we just substituting a form of technocracy for theocracy)? Silicon Valley isn't a religion, observes Malayeri, but entrepreneurship IS "a common language which has no border". This is the third installment in a special series on tech startups in Iran, part of a larger theme around global tech and how software -- including mobile -- is eating the world … and creating new opportunities within it.

Suppose you needed to grow the business climate in a region or even improve a country’s economic strength. You’re part of the government or perhaps a leader with a large business anchoring the existing business region.  What could you do to encourage and strengthen the future of existing markets and launch new entrepreneurial business? Today’s interview is with a person who is making a difference in over 25 countries through ideas, investments, and nurturing. Greg Horowitt brings his experience to our show with his insights as a meta-entrepreneur influencing development in over 25 countries.

33voices interview with venture capitalist and entrepreneur Victor W. Hwang.Victor shares insights from his book The Rainforest -venture capital, global innovation, startups, innovation ecosystems.

Dr. Curtis Carlson, President and CEO of SRI International, speaking on a panel at the IT Security Entrepreneurs Forum (ITSEF) held at Stanford University on March 18, 2009. Since 2007, ITSEF has focused on advancing innovation in security technologies through public-private partnerships by developing a community of interest between Washington and Silicon Valley. ITSEF is [...] Related posts:Global Competition and the Critical Role of Venture Capital in America’s Growth Economy Dr. Curtis Carlson, President and CEO of SRI International, speaking...Exposing the Links Between America’s Innovation Crisis, Cybersecurity, and National Security (ITSEF III full panel presentation) This video of the panel discussion on America’s Innovation Crisis...Unintended Consequences of Regulation Put Fragile VC and Innovation Ecosystems at Grave Risk Dr. Curtis Carlson, President and CEO of SRI International, speaking...

Dr. Curtis Carlson, President and CEO of SRI International, speaking on a panel with Dr. Gururaj “Desh” Deshpande, Chairman Sparta Group, LLC, and Lesa Mitchell, VP Advancing Innovation, Kauffman Foundation, at the third annual IT Security Entrepreneurs Forum (ITSEF) held at Stanford University on March 18, 2009. Since 2007, ITSEF has focused on advancing [...] Related posts:Challenges Created by America’s Transition to an Innovation Economy Dr. Curtis Carlson, President and CEO of SRI International, speaking...Exposing the Links Between America’s Innovation Crisis, Cybersecurity, and National Security (ITSEF III full panel presentation) This video of the panel discussion on America’s Innovation Crisis...Global Competition and the Critical Role of Venture Capital in America’s Growth Economy Dr. Curtis Carlson, President and CEO of SRI International, speaking...

Lesa Mitchell, VP Advancing Innovation, Kauffman Foundation speaks on a panel with Dr. Gururaj “Desh” Deshpande, Chairman Sparta Group, LLC, Dr. Curtis Carlson, President and CEO of SRI International, and moderator Pascal Levensohn, Founder and Managing Partner of Levensohn Venture Partners. The panel is at the third annual IT Security Entrepreneurs Forum (ITSEF) held at [...] Related posts:Exposing the Links Between America’s Innovation Crisis, Cybersecurity, and National Security (ITSEF III full panel presentation) This video of the panel discussion on America’s Innovation Crisis...Global Competition and the Critical Role of Venture Capital in America’s Growth Economy Dr. Curtis Carlson, President and CEO of SRI International, speaking...Unintended Consequences of Regulation Put Fragile VC and Innovation Ecosystems at Grave Risk Dr. Curtis Carlson, President and CEO of SRI International, speaking...