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Episode 204 with Conrad Tucker, Director of Carnegie Mellon University Africa, the only United States research university with a full time teaching and research presence on the African continent.Based in Kigali Innovation City, CMU Africa was established to address the shortage of high quality engineering and technology talent required to drive Africa's digital economy. Conrad brings deep experience at the intersection of engineering, artificial intelligence and education to a wide ranging conversation on how world class skills, applied research and innovation can unlock Africa's long term economic potential.In this episode, Conrad explains how CMU Africa is developing globally competitive African engineers and artificial intelligence specialists who are choosing to build their careers on the continent. We explore how research in artificial intelligence, cyber security, energy and mobility, and information and communications technology is being applied to solve real African challenges across government, industry and entrepreneurship.The conversation also examines CMU Africa's growing role in entrepreneurship and startup development through its Innovation Hub, including partnerships such as the collaboration with NBA Africa to support early stage African startups. Conrad reflects on the importance of inclusive excellence, pan African university collaboration and long term investment in education and skills as critical foundations for Africa's digital transformation.What We Discuss With ConradHow Carnegie Mellon University Africa was established to build Africa's world class engineering and technology talentDeveloping African artificial intelligence and engineering graduates who stay and build careers on the continentUsing research in artificial intelligence, cyber security, energy and mobility to solve Africa's most pressing challengesSupporting African startups and entrepreneurship through the CMU Africa Innovation Hub and the partnership with NBA AfricaWhy inclusive excellence, collaboration and long term investment in education are essential to Africa's digital futureDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss The Economic Importance of the African Diaspora Reclaiming Native Language and Identity? Make sure to check it out!Connect with Terser:LinkedIn - Terser AdamuInstagram - unlockingafricaTwitter (X) - @TerserAdamuConnect with Conrad:LinkedIn - Conrad Tucker and Carnegie Mellon UniversityMany of the businesses unlocking opportunities in Africa don't do it alone. If you'd like strategic support on entering or expanding across African markets, reach out to our partners ETK Group: www.etkgroup.co.ukinfo@etkgroup.co.uk

Making the case for a better at home A1C test. Orange Biomed is developing a compact, one-drop, at-home A1C testing device they say could make frequent A1C checks easier and more accessible than ever. They're passionate about closing the gap for people who struggle to get to clinics regularly… and the research they share is compelling: four A1C tests a year can lead to a nearly 4% reduction in A1C levels. We'll talk about why more frequent A1C monitoring matters—even in the era of continuous glucose monitoring—how their new device works, and what early clinical trial results look like. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. More about Orange BioMed here Announcing Community Commericals! Learn how to get your message on the show here. Learn more about studies and research at Thrivable here Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com) Omnipod - Simplify Life Learn about Dexcom  Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com    Episode transcript:   Stacey Simms  00:05 Today on diabetes connections, making the case for a better at home A1C test. Orange biomed is developing a compact, one drop device that they say could make frequent A1C checks easier and more accessible. They're sharing research that four A1C tests a year can lead to a nearly 4% reduction in A1C levels, but they say a lot of people can't get to the clinic that much. We'll talk about why this matters, even in the era of CGM, how the device works and what the early clinical trial results look like.   This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your healthcare provider.   Welcome to a bonus episode of diabetes connections. I hope your December is going well and that you know somehow you're able to take some time for yourself in the middle of all the holiday rushing around this time of year can be magical and stressful and exhausting and wonderful, and you know, all the things. And it's the same thing over here, super busy getting all this stuff done before the end of the year. Love it. But, you know, getting podcast episodes out, writing all the things we write and planning for next year, as they say, We're staying booked and busy.   But quick behind the scenes here to better explain this episode, I taped this interview way back over the summer during the ADA Scientific Sessions conference. I had some technical problems. I actually thought I lost this interview. There were two interviews that seemed to have gone missing. We're going to air the other one very soon. But thankfully, I do have backups upon backups. So all the info that you're going to hear today is still relevant.   This product, a small A1C test, is still in development. The only dated bit is about their follow up event that took place in August. Orange Biomed was launched in 2021 in South Korea, with its US headquarters in Providence, Rhode Island. Its founders are two Duke University alums, and they're my guests, CEO Yeaseul Park and Co-President Unghyeon Ko, We are also joined by Janice Dru-Bennett. She is a senior advisor at the company. Now, English is not the first language of two of these three speakers. This is a good time to remind you that most podcasting platforms have pretty good transcription services these days, especially Apple, I think they have a fantastic real time transcription service for podcasts that has been impressive to me in how they translate diabetes language. They're getting better at it. But I am also going to put a transcript of the interview in the show notes, which I don't normally do because the podcast services have gotten so good at it, but I think it could be helpful for at least a few of you out there. Okay, here is my conversation from the floor of ADA from the team at Orange biomed.   Yeaseul Park, Janice Drew Bennett and Dr Ko, Welcome to diabetes connections. I can't say live from ADA, because we're taping this to air later, but you're all there. Thank you so much for joining   Yeaseul Park  03:08 me. Yes, thank you. We're   03:10 excited to be here. Oh   Stacey Simms  03:11 my goodness. Can I ask first, how is the trip? I mean, yes, let me ask you. You guys came a long way.   Yeaseul Park  03:17 Yeah, it was 13 hours from Korea. But it's I'm so excited, because this event is really one of the times, and this is actually our third time attending ADA.   Stacey Simms  03:31 That's great. And we have so many questions for you, but Janice, let me ask you, you're there as everybody's setting up at the kind of beginnings of the show. What is it like right now for people who aren't familiar with ADA,   Janice Dru-Bennett  03:42 yes, you can hear the hammers in the background, although, but not on this podcast, but there's a lot of noise and people walking by. We're just setting up this the day before the exhibit hall opens and Dr Cole will be presenting at the Innovation Hub tomorrow, which is where we're sitting right now, with tables of innovators will be showcasing their diabetes innovations, and   Stacey Simms  04:04 there's a lot to get to. Dr Koh, I know you're presenting, but yes, let me ask you, like, what why? I know you said it's your third year, but why is orange biomed at ADA, what is your goal   Yeaseul Park  04:16 for us? ADA, is for a learning experience. As well as a platform to share. We come to see how all those around the world are fighting against diabetes, whether through clinical research, digital tools or technologies or community programs. At the same time, you're so proud to hear what orange biomat is building anytime, and eight months exhausting. That makes diabetes monitoring not accessible, not so many. And this year is especially exciting because Dr ko our co founder of orange buying at the group of speaking at ADA brand new program the innovation Hall.   Stacey Simms  04:58 That's awesome. So Dr Koh, tell me. Little bit about this, the Innovation Hub is pretty cool, but what are you going to be talking about?   Unghyeon Ko  05:05 Yeah, actually, I'm talking about the engineering part. I mean our technology, so our orange biomed, we are trying to solve a simple but a serious problem about the A1C accessibility. So to increase the A1C accessibility. So we are, we are developing at home device to measure the A1C level. So I'm, I'm talking about how difficult to increase the accessibility of A1C, but our technology is handled that difficult problem. So we now he's so agreed. So I'm going to introduce our technology and emphasize the importance of the A1C measurement at home.   Stacey Simms  05:49 Yeah, so A1C, it's interesting. My son was diagnosed at two, and in the pediatric world, you know, they'll just prick a finger generally and have that A1C right away. But my husband lives with type two, and he gets his labs drawn. And then it takes forever. So tell me a little bit before we go further about what you're hoping to do and making this easier for the patient,   Speaker 1  06:10 the frequent monitoring of A1C is so important to prevent the diabetic complications. So the money, so if you there is some so I can say that there is a research that if you measure the A 1d the four times a year, the People's A1C level is decreased like 3.8% but if you measure the A 1d at one per year, Then the A1C level is increased 1.5% so the frequent A1C monitoring is so important to prevent the diabetes complications. But problem is A1C measurement is only available at clinical site at this moment, so most of the A1C monitoring is done by the clinical side. So that's why people are difficult to monitoring A1C, because they have to visit the clinics forever. So is so like four times, or even eight times visit the clinics or hospital is quite difficult, especially in the people living in the far area from the hospital. So that's why the home A1C test is required. So I think that's why the accessibility of the A1C is one of the important things in managing the diabetes complications.   Stacey Simms  07:39 Dr Koh, is there evidence that, I mean more frequent A1C testing, I think would give many people peace of mind, perhaps. But is there evidence that it really does help in your health?   Speaker 1  07:51 Oh, yes, it is actually like from there is the research, like the famous research about the A1C level, like the research name this t and this research proved that the A1C is the one of the strongest predictor of diabetes complication. So A1C is completely related with the risk of diabetes complication. So like keeping A1C on the 7% dramatically lower the risk of diabetes complications. And also, there is another research in UK, the UK PDS study, and that study said they are A1C. Lowering A1C by just 1% can reduce overall mortality by 15% and microvascular complication by 37% so the roaring A1C is the goal of the treatment of the   Yeaseul Park  08:47 diabetes. So   Stacey Simms  08:48 when I think of at home diabetes tests, blood tests, seem like they're they're really sensitive, right? You have to be very careful with things like that, although we do, we did finger sticks at home for years and years. Are there challenges with at home A1C testing that that people like me could mess up,   Yeaseul Park  09:06 sure actually when I was doing pandemic outside system? So it's a new   Yeaseul Park  09:19 box of mustard with five or six needles inside, and we need to collect this blood to sound the left result. But then I really tried to collect the requirement matter blood, which is like it was like bleeding. Oh, it's not just retiring in one block, one drop of block, but it's like you need to try, yeah, many times, not just in one spot, to collapse in the block. And the other way you. Built female in, built a lot more broadly, to store your venous blood, and that's features like discomfort.   Stacey Simms  10:10 Would you mind taking us through your experience with the A1C testing? You were talking about how much blood it took? Yeah.   Yeaseul Park  10:17 So it, it requires many, many drops of blood. So I felt like it's like bleeding, and you make a lot of mess around the table. And so I felt, even though it's it was a topic time it was pandemic. So that's the only option I had at that time, but I wanted to make it simple and easier. And the other types of point of care devices only use a drop of blood still have some limitations, because we all don't want to bleed too much, so sometimes we try to finger stick very small and just squeeze to get enough blood. But if you squeeze to get enough sample volume, that's make your other liquid, like sweats, can also mix with your blood, and that actually affects the accuracy of the testing usually so many point of care devices also not recommend you to squeeze to get enough blood, so that means you need to treat a little too deep to get enough. So we really wanted to make this whole process or simpler and more problem.   Stacey Simms  11:43 Can you share a little bit about what the device looks like, what the patient experience is when they use it?   Speaker 1  11:48 Dr, CO, so our device is a palm size. Is in most like, like self, self poem, so it's a palm size device. So our device has no switch, but there is only a slider in the front of the device. So if you slide that, you can the device is turned on and you can insert the cartridge, and the cartridge is disposable cartridge. So after that, you just collect your blood and dilute it in the collecting tube and drop the sample into the cartridge, then analyze the A1C like automatically. So it's quite similar with the covid by covid test kit. So the covid test kit collect the sample in your nose and mix with the Rickett and drop it right? And it's quite similar.   Stacey Simms  12:45 So do you do a finger stick to put on the cartridge? How much blood to yells? Point, you know? How much blood do you need?   Speaker 1  12:52 Our devices for home use device, so it's quite we use a very different technology, because our device analyze the red blood cell one by one. So actually, we don't need exact unlike like five micro or 10 micro, we don't need the exact sample block. So we just need one drop of blood. So if the one drop is big, or if the one drop is right or small, it's fine for us. So one drop of blood, mix with their sample and drop one drop onto the cartridge. So maybe you can, you can drop one more than one drop, but we recommend one drop. So one drop of blood sample my dinner the rest yesterday pointed out that the skeezing the finger of blood is a problem for other device because, because in our body, there is a body wicked inside your under, under your skin. So if the body wicked is mixed with the blood samples, so it might be a problem because it dilute the blood sample. But our device, we analyze the Red Cross itself. So if it is diabetes, I think so we will find so you just puncture very best, and if you scale it, and it's totally fine for us. So it's, it's one of the good point of our device.   Yeaseul Park  14:20 How long does it take to get the results? It takes like, five minutes. Okay, yeah, and that's all at home. Yeah. Yezel, who do you see using this? Who is this for? Basically, it's for everyone. I think whoever has pre diabetes, diabetes type one, type two, and especially, I think who has limited access to primary care or lab testings. You know, many people who are older, tends to have more, especially the people who has limited access to primary care or lab testings. We believe this device can give more value to them. Yeah, and especially some people who have limited mobility, if they are older, or if they have experienced that amputation or something like that, they cannot go to the hospital by themselves. They need a caregivers to drive them to the hospital for the simple lab testing. But now I think it empowers patients who has that limitation still can take control their health by using this kind of home use device. How accurate   Stacey Simms  15:33 is it? I assume you have studies, and you've done some trials on how on the accuracy?   Yeaseul Park  15:37 Dr, CO, do you want to add that?   Speaker 1  15:40 Oh, yeah. So we are preparing the clinical trial. So the official clinical trials will be done within this year, but so that's our plan. But we we tested our device already using the in in last year. So last year, feasibility studies show that our device is quite similar with other point of care devices, and hopefully because at that time, our device, our especially our cartridge sensor, we just manufacturing our own like our in our lab. So this time, the official clinical trial in in this year, we are going to manufacturing in the factories so it might be more precise. So we hopefully we trying to chase the hospital accurate.   Stacey Simms  16:30 And I have to ask, where more and more people with diabetes are wearing a CGM and looking at time and range. What would you say to people who would tell you, well, we don't really need A1C anymore. We have time and range. Dr Cody, I see you nodding. Go ahead, yeah, yeah.   Speaker 1  16:47 So that's a very important point, but because the timing range is also important, and the CGM is very great technology for diabetes people. But problem is, like the A1C and C GM target different, like the CGM target the hypothesemia, but the A1C targeting the diabetes complications. So like, if you measure the timing range and you can manage your average glucose more nicely, but it might be prevent your hypothenia. But if you want to assess your diabetes management, you might be measure A1C. So if you measure timing range, but you also have to measure the A1C. So A1C is for everyone's and so. And also, the point is, if you don't treat the insulin, or if you don't treat the any medications, then you don't need to actually using the CGM, that's the ADH recommendation. So, but in in that case, you need the A1C as well. So A1C for everyone, and the CGM is for the people who treated the insulin. That's the ADA guide, right? And then,   Stacey Simms  18:12 yes, let me just ask you. You know, you came all this way. As you say, this is your third time at ADA. Trials are starting soon. What's your hope here? Is this something you see in homes of everyone who has any kind of diabetes? What's the big goal for Orange biomed?   Yeaseul Park  18:28 Every time we talk to a day, we can feel what's going on here in diabetes industry. It's a huge maybe first year, I the most frequently hard keyword was aid system. But after that, we now have GLP one, and now we hear more keyword around obesity. So that's a little slightly different trend I can feel. And once you come and join this full sessions, then I can see there's make everyone is making a progress, and we are all together. Want to fight against diabetes in their own way or with their own expertise, whether it's pharmaceutical, whether it's medical device or diabetes, sex, sometimes any other community programs that really support this patient and families, the community, and it's Really this whole atmosphere actually really motivates our team and myself, and we can feel the value. I can really feel this we are doing something valuable to patients and our community, and that's the most great thing, like the greatest thing that I can take when I come back to home with a. After the ADA. And for sure, we want to have opportunity to make voice what we are doing at Orange biomed, and want to deliver this value to the patient and other healthcare professionals. Otherwise, even though we are working hard to make this progress, no one knows, and that makes any changes the world. So that's the important purpose we are coming here. That's great.   Stacey Simms  20:30 Janice, before I let you all go, I know you wanted to talk about an event you've got coming up in Chicago. Can you tell me a little   Janice Dru-Bennett  20:37 bit about that? Yes, we're really excited for Orange biomed to be hosting the first map your health event, a local event here in Chicago, we have done a solving healthcare challenges webinar to announce our map your health campaign, which is, monitor your A1C, monitor your health and then adapt your treatment and prevent chronic disease. And we're actually going to be hosting on August 16, from 10am to 3pm in Chicago at their humble Park, Health Wellness Center, the first local event, inviting all local partners. We'll have some virtual sessions, showcase with yoga or ask the endocrinologist. So we'll have a very exciting agenda that both virtual and on site participants can join in, eat healthy foods. See, see what's in Chicago from a screenings perspective, and really get people motivated to map your health. So hashtag, map your health. Tell your your your health story, and let's get everyone, um, healthier. Wow.   Stacey Simms  21:35 Okay, fantastic. Well, yes, I'll park Dr co Janice, thank you so much for joining me. Have a terrific show. I know this is an audio podcast, but especially behind you. Yassil, it has been wild to watch the construction guys are going by and motorized carts and things are going up behind you. So have a wonderful ADA. Keep us posted, and we'll get the word out about your event in August and going forward. Thanks so much for joining me.   more information in the show notes about the studies and about orange biomed. You can sign up for alerts and emails from them as their product moves forward. So if you're interested, definitely check that out. Thank you to my editor, John Bukenis from audio editing solutions, thank you so much for listening. I'm Stacey Simms. I'll see you back here soon. Until then, be kind to yourself.   Benny  22:30 Diabetes Connections is a production of Stacey Simms media. All Rights Reserved, all wrongs avenged.    

Stephen Grootes speaks to Professor David Bach, President of IMD Business School, about why IMD chose Cape Town for its innovation hub, Africa’s growing role in global business, and the big questions shaping leadership today—from AI and geopolitics to the capabilities CEOs need in an uncertain world. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You're growing your real estate team or real estate brokerage.Some of your agents are interested in starting a team within your business. Or small teams are approaching you about joining your team or brokerage.What kinds of rules and standards should you have in place? What are the tough conversations you need to have? How do you open up this opportunity while preserving the integrity and profitability of your business?For helpful ideas and practical lessons, enjoy this conversation with Eric Bramlett, Broker and Owner of Bramlett Partners, an independent brokerage with 125 agents.Pay special attention to the three paths an agent can take to get what they want without starting a team!Watch or listen for Eric's insights into:Focus as your defining trait for growth and impactThe differences between and value of a North Star and an annual focusMaking client service and 5-star reviews your sustainable growth engineDecisions that allowed Bramlett Partners to shift from a decade of slow growth to 125 agents and 90% retention over the past few years Why “how many agents do you have?” is a terrible question and how median production balances out average productionThree paths a high-performing agent can take to get what they want without starting a teamThe standards an agent must meet to become team eligible Ways to support teams inside your team or brokerage and differences in value prop for agents vs teamsResearch results: what agents really want from a brokerage (spoiler: a sense of belonging)Ways to nurture a valuable cultureAt the end, learn about individual performers, the Innovation Hub, delivery vs pickup, and the days-on-mountain metric.Team Standards at Bramlett Partners:→ Team eligibility and team building policies: https://support.bramlettpartners.com/article/329-team-eligibility→ Team and team leader hiring process and standards: https://support.bramlettpartners.com/article/776-team-team-leader-hiring-process-standards→ Team culture code: https://bramlettpartners.com/join-bramlett#culture→ Team retention stats: https://bramlettpartners.com/join-bramlett#growthMentioned in this episode:→ Research on what agents want from brokerages: https://www.mikedp.com/articles/2025/8/21/research-study-what-agents-really-want-in-a-brokerage→ Sean Soderstrom (Courted) and Eric Bramlett discussing the research: https://youtu.be/rECokGVWZkA→ Brittany Hodak on The Customer Experience Podcast: https://bombbomb.com/podcasts/creating-superfans-brittany-hodak-customer-experience/→ Brittany Hodak on Bramlett Partners Podcast: https://youtu.be/X-CJs13KNhc→ Creating Superfans: https://brittanyhodak.com/book#/→ The Real Estate Innovation Hub: https://www.reinnovationhub.com→ FUB Co-founder Dan Corkill on Real Estate Team OS: https://www.realestateteamos.com/episode/customer-centricity-follow-up-boss-founder-dan-corkillConnect with Eric Bramlett:→ Eric @ Bramlett . me→ https://bramlettpartners.com/agents/eric-bramlett→ https://www.instagram.com/bramlettpartners/Connect with Real Estate Team OS:→ https://www.realestateteamos.com→ https://linktr.ee/realestateteamos→ https://www.instagram.com/realestateteamos/

In dieser Folge stellen die Exersight-Gründer Thomas Bahne und Jonathan Aechtner das Gewinner-Startup des Milon Innovation Hub Bootcamps 2025 vor. Die beiden sprechen über das junge Startup, das dahinterstehende Computer-Vision-System für automatisiertes Workout-Tracking, die Gründungsidee, das Produkt im Detail und den zukünftigen Marktstart. Viel Spaß beim Reinhören! Weiterführende Infos und Links Abonniere den Podcast auf Apple Podcasts, Deezer, Google Podcasts, SoundCloud und Spotify: https://linktr.ee/hashtagfitnessindustrie Folge uns auf Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn und Threads. Kontakt zu Andreas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreasmbechler/ Tritt der Hashtag Fitnessindustrie-Community auf Facebook bei und diskutiere über die Fitnessbranche mit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/309945713288355 Kontakt zu Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasbahne/ Kontakt zu Jonathan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-aechtner-60bab921b/ Exersight: https://exersight.com milon Innovation Hub: https://milongroup.com/de/innovation-hub

We have done it yet again with special guest Ricarlo Winston Community Engagement Specialist of Access Health Inc. and Cyndi Langlois Community Empowerment Manager of Grand Valley State University Innovation Hub. Collaborating together to continue building communities, access to proper funding for individual and businesses.GVSU Innovation Hub/Muskegon•Cyndi Langlois•Community Empowerment Manager• langlocy@gvsu.edu• (616) 331-6906Access Health Inc.•Ricarlo Williams-Winston• Community Engagement Specialist•rwilliams@access-health.org•(231)728-5160Unapologetic Links:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a3d...https://anchor.fm/mel-johnson0 https://www.breaker.audio/un-at-polog...https://overcast.fm/itunes1510696709/...https://pca.st/hud62u72https://radiopublic.com/unpologetic-W...https://open.spotify.com/show/0QZof2y...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-unapologetic-1-podcast-111272307/https://linktr.ee/unapologeticpodcast1Social Media Links: Hit that Follow, Share, LikeIG: @unapologeticpodcast_101FB:@U1podcastTwitter: @U1podcastTikTok: @unapologetic1podcastPinterest: @unapologeticpchttps://www.linkedin.com/in/unapologetic-podcast-llc-35ba77232

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Neste episódio do The BRIEFcast, recebemos Fernando De Falchi, gerente de engenharia da Check Point Software Technologies, para uma conversa reveladora sobre os bastidores da cibersegurança moderna. Em um mundo cada vez mais digital e conectado, empresas e pessoas estão constantemente expostas a ameaças invisíveis, e muitas nem percebem que já foram invadidas.Convidado:☞ Fernando De Falchi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fedefalchi/Acesse os relatórios de cibersegurança da Check Point: https://blog.checkpoint.com/Hosts:☞ Igor Lopes: https://www.instagram.com/innovationhubshow/

In this episode 187 of the Disruption Now Podcast, we sit down with Benjamin Ko, the CEO of Kaleidoscope Innovation, a firm leading the way in human-centered design and engineering — especially in healthcare. From developing wearable technologies for spinal cord injury patients to crafting surgical tools built around human ergonomics, Ben and his team are proving that empathy is a competitive advantage in the age of AI.We dive into the central question: If AI can optimize everything, where do we still matter? Ben argues that empathy isn't just a soft skill — it's a design superpower. He discusses how Kaleidoscope's cross-functional teams of designers, engineers, and researchers bridge the gap between physical and digital worlds, why 95% of AI projects fail due to lack of human context, and how clarity of thought and ethical design can shape a better, more responsible tech future.If you're a founder, product designer, healthcare innovator, engineer, or policymaker interested in building smarter systems with deeper purpose — this episode is for you.

What does it take to lead digital transformation when fear, culture, and AI disruption collide?

Gemeinsam mit Philipp Wolf reite ich quer durch die Lebensmittel- und Getränkewelt. Wir besprechen welche Themen uns diesen Monat geprägt haben und geben unsere Meinung dazu Preis. Es erwarten euch lange Episoden mit viel Content für lange Auto- oder Bahnfahrten, die Begleitung beim Sport oder Spazieren. In unserer monatlichen Folge erfährst was die Branche bewegt: Wir sprechen über die Lebensmittelindustrie, E-Commerce, Quick Delivery, Gemeinschaftsverpflegung, Food-Start-ups, Innovationen, Digitalisierung/KI/Web3, Agrar, Investitionen/Insolvenzen/Exits aus der Branche.

Attention veterans wanting to become entrepreneurs: Grand Valley State University's Innovation Hub in Battle Creek will join statewide locations hosting the Michigan Veteran Entrepreneur Lab.Amy Hilton manages entrepreneurship initiatives at GVSU in Battle Creek and joins Commiunity Matters for details on the coursework - called a "cohort" - which is meant to help veterans make their business owner dreams a reality.Episode ResourcesGVSU MVE LabABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERSFormer WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln and produced by Livemic Communications.

The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup in England has broken records both on and off the pitch — from advancing gender equity to achieving unprecedented broadcasting figures and ticket sales. But what do these successes mean for host councils and local communities once the tournament ends?In this episode, we speak with Cllr James Petter, Deputy Leader of West Northamptonshire Council, whose portfolio spans the local economy, culture, and leisure, and Dr Becca Leopkey from the University of Georgia, a world-leading expert on the visible and invisible impacts of hosting major events.Our vibrant conversation centres on Northampton, an official host town that staged tournament games across three weekends and delivered a range of community activations. These engaged local residents, sports clubs, businesses, and universities throughout the Rugby World Cup. Cllr Petter and Dr Leopkey share insights on the importance of involving diverse local groups, capturing both planned and unexpected successes, and addressing the crucial question: what's next?Together, they explore how Northampton can build on the momentum of the tournament to deliver long-term regional benefits. This episode forms part of the Summer of Women's Sport mini-series supported by the Institute of Advanced Studies and Spirit of 2012, who champion inclusive knowledge exchange and partnership building.Want to know more? Make sure to check out the Loughborough University Women in Sport Research and Innovation Hub, plus the Loughborough Lightning rugby franchise who kick off their PWR season with Northampton Saints at Franklin's Gardens this autumn.What does hosting mean?: 4:00Harnessing the hosting: 8:45Yarn bombing: 10:07Maintaining the momentum: 13:19The Fanzone: 17:36Next steps: 23:03 Collaboration: 35:10

Die Bundeswehr befindet sich im größten Modernisierungsschub ihrer Geschichte - und an vorderster Front steht der Cyber Innovation Hub der Bundeswehr unter Leitung von Sven Weizenegger. Im Podcast sprechen wir darüber, wie der Hub als Bindeglied zwischen Soldatinnen, Soldaten und modernen Technologien agiert, warum Geschwindigkeit bei Innovationen entscheidend ist und weshalb Mut zum Scheitern genauso wichtig sein kann wie erfolgreiche Projekte. Von Drohnen in der Minensuche bis hin zur Bekämpfung von Desinformation: Hier geht es um digitale Lösungen für die Truppe - und eine Vision von "Software Defined Defense", die Deutschlands Streitkräfte zukunftsfähig machen soll."Startup - jetzt ganz ehrlich" - der Podcast mit Janna Linke. Auf RTL+ und überall, wo es Podcasts gibt: Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, RSS-Feed.Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.html Wir verarbeiten im Zusammenhang mit dem Angebot unserer Podcasts Daten. Wenn Sie der automatischen Übermittlung der Daten widersprechen wollen, klicken Sie hier: https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.htmlUnsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

From streamlining complex onboarding flows to surfacing the right information at the right time, design thinking encourages product design teams to bring empathy and intentionality into every layer of product development, creating experiences that are intuitive, responsive, and centered around real human needs. Temenos is leading the charge to bring that mindset back to banking innovation, with Erik Johnson, Head of Product Design, at the helm. For Johnson, creativity and collaboration go hand in hand with functionality. On this episode of the Tearsheet podcast, Johnson talks about structuring his design team in a “centralized, hybrid” model, solving design challenges with data and empathy, and how Temenos' Innovation Hub in Orlando is structured to be a “we space” for exploring and co-creating new banking products.

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Power Outage: Teamwork Triumphs in Milan's Innovation Hub Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-09-19-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Milan è una città viva, sempre in movimento.En: Milan is a vibrant city, always in motion.It: Nell'autunno variopinto, la zona dell'innovazione brulicava di ingegneri e scienziati.En: In the colorful autumn, the innovation district buzzed with engineers and scientists.It: Leonardo, un inventore appassionato, passeggiava nervoso davanti al suo ufficio.En: Leonardo, a passionate inventor, nervously paced in front of his office.It: Aveva preparato una dimostrazione speciale per l'Oktoberfest, che si svolgeva con grande entusiasmo nelle strade vicine, con pretzel caldi e birra a fiumi.En: He had prepared a special demonstration for the Oktoberfest, which was being celebrated enthusiastically in the nearby streets, with hot pretzels and beer flowing in abundance.It: Improvvisamente, tutto si oscurò.En: Suddenly, everything went dark.It: Una scarica di energia e poi, il nulla.En: A surge of energy and then, nothing.It: Il quartiere high-tech era senza corrente.En: The high-tech neighborhood was without power.It: Leonardo si preoccupò immediatamente per il suo progetto innovativo.En: Leonardo immediately worried about his innovative project.It: Doveva trovare una soluzione, e presto.En: He needed to find a solution, and quickly.It: A pochi isolati di distanza, Ariana era nel suo ufficio.En: A few blocks away, Ariana was in her office.It: Guardava con attenzione i dati sui suoi schermi mentre una leggera ansia le solleticava la mente.En: She was watching the data on her screens attentively as a slight anxiety tickled her mind.It: Stava lavorando a un progetto segreto di sicurezza informatica.En: She was working on a secret cybersecurity project.It: Sentiva che il blackout era collegato alla sua ricerca, ma non poteva dirlo a nessuno.En: She felt that the blackout was connected to her research, but she couldn't tell anyone.It: Almeno, non ancora.En: At least, not yet.It: Leonardo, disperato, sapeva che doveva parlare con qualcuno di cui si fidava.En: Leonardo, desperate, knew he had to speak to someone he trusted.It: Pensò subito a Ariana.En: He immediately thought of Ariana.It: Anche se riservata, era la migliore nel suo campo.En: Although reserved, she was the best in her field.It: Vi si avviò velocemente, il cuore che batteva forte.En: He headed there quickly, his heart pounding.It: "Ariana," disse quando entrò, "abbiamo bisogno del tuo aiuto.En: "Ariana," he said when he entered, "we need your help.It: Tutto il quartiere è al buio."En: The whole neighborhood is in the dark."It: Le loro strade si incrociarono in quel momento di urgenza.En: Their paths crossed in that moment of urgency.It: Ariana esitò.En: Ariana hesitated.It: Pensava ai dati segreti a rischio, ma decise comunque di aiutare.En: She thought about the secret data at risk, but decided to help nonetheless.It: "Va bene, ma devi fidarti di me," rispose con serietà.En: "Alright, but you need to trust me," she replied seriously.It: Iniziarono a lavorare insieme, scandagliando i sistemi.En: They started working together, scanning the systems.It: Leonardo era impressionato dalla maestria di Ariana.En: Leonardo was impressed by Ariana's skill.It: Così abile, così attenta ai dettagli.En: So adept, so detail-oriented.It: Lei, a sua volta, si fidò sempre più di lui.En: She, in turn, trusted him more and more.It: Dopo ore di lavoro intenso, scoprirono la verità: un attacco informatico mirato.En: After hours of intense work, they discovered the truth: a targeted cyberattack.It: I criminali cercavano di rubare informazioni preziose, compreso il progetto di Ariana.En: The criminals were trying to steal valuable information, including Ariana's project.It: In quel momento di rivelazione, Ariana sapeva che non poteva più nascondere nulla a Leonardo.En: In that moment of revelation, Ariana knew she could no longer hide anything from Leonardo.It: "È colpa mia," confessò con voce tremante.En: "It's my fault," she confessed with a trembling voice.It: "Ma possiamo fermarli insieme."En: "But we can stop them together."It: Insieme orchestrano un contropiano.En: Together, they orchestrated a counterplan.It: Ariana bloccò l'attacco, mentre Leonardo riattivava i sistemi.En: Ariana blocked the attack, while Leonardo reactivated the systems.It: La corrente tornò, e con essa la vita vibrante del quartiere.En: The power returned, and with it, the vibrant life of the neighborhood.It: Al termine di questa avventura, il progetto di Leonardo continuò come previsto.En: At the end of this adventure, Leonardo's project continued as planned.It: La sua dimostrazione fu un successo, applaudita durante le celebrazioni dell'Oktoberfest.En: His demonstration was a success, applauded during the Oktoberfest celebrations.It: Ariana, anche se consapevole degli eventuali rischi lavorativi, si sentì finalmente più leggera.En: Ariana, although aware of the potential work-related risks, finally felt lighter.It: Leonardo e Ariana si erano guadagnati oltre che il rispetto reciproco, una nuova amicizia.En: Leonardo and Ariana had gained not only mutual respect but also a new friendship.It: Leonardo scoprì quanto fosse importante collaborare e fidarsi degli altri.En: Leonardo realized how important it was to collaborate and trust others.It: Ariana, invece, si sentì meno sola e più forte nell'affrontare le avversità.En: Ariana, on the other hand, felt less alone and stronger in facing adversities.It: Il cielo di Milano al crepuscolo brillava di nuovi inizi e di storie di successo.En: The sky over Milan at dusk shone with new beginnings and stories of success. Vocabulary Words:vibrant: vivaengineers: gli ingegneriscientists: gli scienziatidemonstration: la dimostrazioneenthusiastically: con grande entusiasmosurge: la scaricablackout: il blackoutsolution: la soluzioneanxiety: l'ansiacybersecurity: la sicurezza informaticareserved: riservataurgency: l'urgenzainterconnected: collegatosystems: i sistemiadept: abiledetail-oriented: attenta ai dettaglirevelation: la rivelazionetrembling: tremantecounterplan: il contropianopower: la correnteappreciated: applauditarisks: i rischifriendship: l'amiciziatrust: fiduciacollaborate: collaborareovercoming: affrontareadversities: le avversitàdusk: il crepuscolobeginnings: nuovi inizisuccess: il successo

Mobilidade, energia e tecnologia estão mais conectadas do que nunca.No quinto episódio da 3ª temporada do The BRIEFcast by MakeOne, reunimos líderes de grandes empresas para discutir como dados, interoperabilidade e experiência do cliente estão moldando o presente (e o futuro) de setores fundamentais da nossa vida: transporte e energia. Para isso Igor Lopes conversa com Bartolomeu Souza, Diretor de CX da MakeOne, Anna Luiza Miranda, Diretora de Inovação da RoadCard, Cláudia Marquesani, CIO da Copa Energia e Ítalo Lima, CTO da ConectCar.

With all the buzz around artificial intelligence in recent years, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. That's why the Innovation Hub team is back—to break down the basics and bring you up to speed on the latest AI tools shaping the future of surgery. In this episode, Ryan Kerstein and Eve McMahon unpack how AI is transforming not just patient care, but the surgical profession itself. From real-time decision support to the emerging “Internet of Surgical Things,” we explore the cutting-edge technologies enhancing precision, reducing risk, and redefining what it means to be a surgeon in the digital age. But with great power comes great responsibility—so how do we ensure these tools are used ethically and effectively? Featuring insights from leading medical innovators and AI experts, this conversation reveals how that future of surgery might be written in code. Hosted by: Ryan Kerstein & Eve McMahonGuest: Umang Patel  Produced by: Andrea Pearson  For more information on the RCS England Innovation Hub please visit our website: RCS England Innovation Hub — Royal College of Surgeons  For more information on RCS England please visit our website: The Royal College of Surgeons of England — Royal College of Surgeons We would love to hear from you so please do reach out to us on social media, or email us at: Podcasts@rcseng.ac.uk   -ResourcesNHS 10-Year Plan: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6866387fe6557c544c74db7a/fit-for-the-future-10-year-health-plan-for-england.pdf UMass Memorial Health and KATE AI: https://www.ummhealth.org/about-us/newsroom/umass-memorial-health-scales-kate-ai-platform-emergency-departments-systemwide-to-enhance-patient Ping An Good Doctor:  https://www.ft.com/partnercontent/ping-an-insurance/bridges-to-health-for-chinas-people.html Recent Bulletin article on using AI in healthcare: Gupta, S., Edwards, L. “Cracking the code: successfully navigating AI medical device innovation and regulation” The Bulletin of the Royal College of Surgeons of England 107.3 (2025). https://publishing.rcseng.ac.uk/doi/full/10.1308/rcsbull.2025.56 AI playbook for the UK Government MHRA Medical Device Guidance: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/64a7d22d7a4c230013bba33c/Medical_device_stand-alone_software_including_apps__including_IVDMDs_.pdf Dataset biases: Kakish, D.R.K., AlSamhori, J.F., et al. “Transforming Dermatopathology With AI: Addressing Bias, Enhancing Interpretability, and Shaping Future Diagnostics.” Dermatological Reviews, 6: e70018. (2025) https://doi.org/10.1002/der2.70018 Umang Patel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drumangpatel/?originalSubdomain=uk 

Você já usou a Adyen e nem percebeu! Neste episódio do The BRIEFcast, recebemos Renato Migliacci, VP de Vendas da Adyen Brasil, para entender como a tecnologia de pagamentos está evoluindo para desaparecer da sua experiência de compra — e isso é ótimo para você e para o varejo.Falamos sobre como a inteligência artificial e a unificação de dados reduzem fraudes, aumentam vendas e tornam a jornada do consumidor mais fluida. Casos reais com C&A, iFood, McDonald's, Bacio di Latte e outros mostram como o futuro do pagamento já está acontecendo — e é quase invisível.Convidada:☞ Renato Migliacci: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renatopaveloskmigliacci/Host:☞ Igor Lopes: https://www.instagram.com/innovationhubshow/

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Jeremy Qualls, Executive Director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center at Williamson County Schools, who discusses the center's growth and success. Established seven years ago, the center initially had 72 students but now has 270 with a long waitlist. The program offers a unique, non-traditional education experience, exposing students to real-world entrepreneurship, including interactions with venture capitalists, mentors, and angel investors. Students spend one period a day at the center, learning through hands-on experiences and collaborations. Mentors include leaders from business, tech, medical and other industries in the community and specialists like a patent attorney.Jeremy Qualls next highlights their pitch process where the student entrepreneurs compete for a grant, which is 100% funded by private donations. He mentions that the winner gets an opportunity to submit to Chicago and that they have had several students make the top 20 in the past. He shares the success story of Anthony Beckett, who created an educational technology product called Markify, which won the IncubatorEdu National Pitch Competition last July and already has gained 12,000 users worldwide. Jeremy mentions that Markify is now looking for angel investment to hire someone to market and sell the product.Jeremy Qualls then discusses the success of a current student, Abby Goddard, who created Spikey, a spiked drink detection keychain. Abby was selected as the winner of their local Shark Tank this year. She recently fulfilled an order for 800 units.Jeremy then introduces The Innovation Hub, a project funded by a grant from the State of Tennessee for vocational education. The Innovation Hub, which will be a 25,000 square foot facility, aims to shift the traditional educational model and create innovative partnerships. He discusses the new vocational pathways being introduced at the central facility. The aviation program, in partnership with Franklin Special School District and Hawkins Flight Academy, allows students to obtain a private pilot license at 16. The program also includes a partnership with MTSU, providing up to 12 hours of college credit. The entrepreneurial program, in partnership with Thompson Caterpillar, offers two post-secondary programs: heavy machine technology and electrical power generation. These programs are designed to provide direct-to-work opportunities and matriculate into post-secondary institutions. The Innovation Hub also will focus on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and hospitality, with a culinary arts program being the largest requested CTE program. The Innovation Hub will include a mock hotel lobby, a work-based learning site with Honest Coffee, and more. The project is expected to be completed by August 2026 for the start of the 2026-2027 school year.Jeremy Qualls wraps up discussing the importance of partnerships in workforce development, particularly in the Middle Tennessee region. He emphasizes the need for business partners with a desire for a return on investment in the form of a future workforce. He also mentions the need for more partners offering apprenticeships or internships, and the possibility of in-kind donations. Jeremy encourages potential partners to reach out directly to him at jeremy.qualls@wcs.edu for more information.Visit https://www.wcs.edu/secondary/entrepreneurship-innovation-center-eic to learn more about the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center at Williamson County Schools.

Neste episódio do The BRIEFcast, recebemos Jairo Rozenblit, CEO da Logitech Brasil, para um papo sobre a trajetória da marca no país e os bastidores de uma das maiores fabricantes de periféricos do mundo.Falamos sobre inovação, ergonomia, produtos gamers, sustentabilidade, trabalho híbrido, segurança digital, cultura corporativa, B2B e muito mais. Do DNA suíço à criatividade brasileira, a Logitech tem investido em soluções que vão além do design — pensando no conforto, performance e propósito para cada tipo de consumidor, seja no trabalho, no lazer ou no game.Prepare-se para insights de produto, mercado e estratégia que explicam por que a Logitech é referência mundial.Convidada:☞ Jairo Rozenblit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jairorozenblit/Host:☞ Igor Lopes: https://www.instagram.com/innovationhubshow/

Open Innovation gehört zu den ältesten Methoden, um Innovation voranzutreiben. Trotzdem lohnt es sich immer wieder, einen frischen Blick darauf zu werfen – vor allem, wie Unternehmen diese Methode heute leben.In dieser Podcast-Folge haben wir dafür ein besonders spannendes Beispiel: Zeiss, eines der führenden Industrieunternehmen Europas, weltweit bekannt für die Zusammenarbeit mit ASML und den legendären Spiegel, der in Chip-Herstellungsmaschinen zum Einsatz kommt. Doch Zeiss hat noch eine andere, bemerkenswerte Seite: einen einzigartigen Zugang zum Thema Innovation.Dr. Max Riedel leitet sein Büro und Team direkt auf dem Campus des Karlsruher Instituts für Technologie (KIT). Von dort aus sucht er gezielt nach Ideen aus der Studierendenschaft und aus der Spitzenforschung, die für Zeiss relevant sein könnten. Im Gespräch erzählt er nicht nur von erfolgreichen Projekten, sondern auch von Vorhaben, die gescheitert sind – und warum gerade diese Erfahrungen oft die wertvollsten sind.Herausgekommen ist ein offenes und erfrischend transparentes Gespräch über Innovationsprozesse in der Industrie. Für alle, die wissen wollen, wie man Open Innovation im Unternehmenskontext wirklich lebt, ist dies eines der besten Beispiele.Ich habe das Gespräch sehr genossen – und hoffe, ihr könnt daraus ebenso viel mitnehmen. Viel Spaß mit dem Podcast!Tickets zur Summer Academy: https://www.eventbrite.de/e/future-candy-summer-academy-2025-tickets-1335224164419?aff=oddtdtcreatorLinkedIn Max Riedel:https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-riedel-b0065211b/Gern Mail an mich: nick@futurecandy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Women in Sport Summer Series, we explore how governance, marketing, and collaboration are driving transformation in women's sport—both in the UK and globally.Featuring Alex Teasdale, Executive Director of Women's Rugby at the RFU, and Dr Dana Lee Ellis, a leading academic in sport marketing and event governance, we unpack the strategic role of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025, the power of inclusive networks, and the importance of visionary innovation initiatives.This conversation is part of the Women in Sport Summit, supported by the Institute for Advanced Studies, Spirit of 2012, and the Women in Sport Research and Innovation Hub at Loughborough University.Intros 0:00Leadership and collaboration: 3:50The eve of the Rugby World Cup: 8:14Amplification: 11:57Focus on women's sport: 14:08Sport beyond the event: 16:23Global and private examples: 23:51Inclusive leadership: 32:01Looking ahead: 38:27Key takeaway: 45:25#LoughboroughUniversity #ExpertsInSport #SportsInnovation#FemaleAthletes #Podcast #Rugby #rugbyworldcup #womensports Follow Loughborough University: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lborouniversity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lborouniversity/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lborouniversity Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lborouniversity/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/loughborough-university/ Website: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the morning of August 4, 2025. Rose-Hulman is advancing work on its $102 million Innovation Grove project in Terre Haute. A new report ranks Indiana's early childhood education system 42nd in the nation, with cuts to state programs and long waitlists straining access. Also: Greenwood-based Indiana American Water breaks ground on a new $50 million treatment plant, Scale Computing is acquired by a Texas firm, and Escalade sees a dip in quarterly income. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com. Ask ChatGPT

In this episode of Experts in Sport, host Dr Hannah Fox Dugdale is joined by Dr Verity Postlethwaite to explore the groundbreaking launch of Loughborough University's Women in Sport Research and Innovation Hub. Discover how this initiative is set to transform women's sport from grassroots to elite, tackling real-world challenges with cutting-edge research.We also hear from special guest and former England international, Karen Carney OBE, as she shares powerful insights on athlete health, equity in sport, and what this hub means for the future.A must-listen in the build-up to the 2025 Summer of Women in Sport!Intro: 0:00Karen Carney: 8:07Women in Sport Research and Innovation Hub: 8:47 The research gap: 10:50 Women focused research: 14:39 The media: 20:41 Leadership: 23:26 The hub contribution: 25:23 Women's sport in action: 27:09 Karen Carney OBE is also an ambassador for the new hub - https://www.lboro.ac.uk/news-events/news/2024/september/karen-carney-sport-health-wellbeing-ambassador/For more information visit:https://www.lboro.ac.uk/news-events/news/2025/march/women-in-sport-hub-launch/https://www.lboro.ac.uk/research/women-in-sport-hub/https://www.lboro.ac.uk/research/ias/programmes/women-in-sport/https://www.ncsem-em.org.uk/events/tackling-the-gap/

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the afternoon of June 24, 2025. Officials in Batesville have broken ground on the $8.1 million Batesville Arts & Innovation Hub, an expansion of the Batesville Memorial Public Library. Plus, Gov. Braun says all of Indiana's public colleges and universities are freezing tuition for the next two years. And the University of Southern Indiana lands D1 status. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

On today's show we're excited to welcome Rick Peng, the Innovation Hub Manager and Digital Licensing Professional at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. We talk about how your organization can build an outside-in, external innovation program to deliver outsized results. Rick breaks down the secret sauce of the MSK Innovation Hub, an accelerator program designed to encourage collaborations between Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and digital health companies, focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and care of cancer patients. We discuss their new Innovation Hub Challenge focused on AI Drug Discovery – and why the access to data sets, is a key unlock for ai driven solutions.

How can you reimagine student employment as experiential learning? What projects can students work on to learn and grow while helping their university? What skills and relationships can they build along the way? We dive into these questions with Julia Allworth who founded and leads University of Toronto's Innovation Hub which trains students in design thinking and deploys them as consultants on projects improve the student experience.

In this episode, Duane Mancini sits down with Isaiah Kaiser, Co-Founder and CEO of Auxilium Health, and Elyse Ball, Vice President of Programming at Bounce Innovation Hub. Fresh off Auxilium Health's exciting $1.5M oversubscribed pre-seed round and new office at Cleveland Clinic, Isaiah returns to share their journey since his first appearance in episode 147. Elyse discusses the vital role of Bounce Innovation Hub in supporting startups and how her journalism background aids in her work. Together, they delve into navigating the regional iCorp program and the JumpStart accelerator, offering invaluable advice for raising capital and maneuvering the startup landscape. Tune in to hear their insights and get a glimpse into Auxilium Health's next major milestones.Isaiah Kaiser LinkedInElyse Ball LinkedInDuane Mancini LinkedInAuxilium Health WebsiteBounce Innovation Hub WebsiteProject Medtech WebsiteProject Medtech LinkedIn

Dr. Kim Freeze joins the Exchange to discuss her work of uplifting underserved voices in entrepreneurship and the Pitch Latino event she's leading on June 12.

Dr. Kim Freeze joins the Exchange to discuss her work of uplifting underserved voices in entrepreneurship and the Pitch Latino event she's leading on June 12.

AI is no longer the future of healthcare - it's happening now. From diagnostics and personalised medicine to smarter hospital systems, Artificial Intelligence has the power to radically improve patient outcomes and reshape how care is delivered globally. Health Innovation Hub Ireland (HIHI) is delighted to launch the HIHI.AI Call 2025, a national initiative supporting the development and testing of AI solutions that can make a real impact in Ireland's healthcare system. AI in healthcare call competition We're calling on startups, researchers, clinicians, and industry leaders developing AI-powered healthcare products or services to apply. Successful applicants will get the opportunity to pilot their innovations in real-world clinical settings, with access to HIHI's national support network. HIHI's AI in healthcare competition will select the best AI powered products or services aimed at improving healthcare. Whether market ready or in development, innovative AI solutions that have the potential to enhance patient care and operational efficiency will be invited to apply. This initiative is a key step toward bringing Irish and international innovation directly to frontline care. Who can apply? We invite applications from Irish companies and international companies with an Irish presence, pre-startups, and researchers that have an AI-powered product or service meeting the following criteria: Solves a recognised healthcare challenge. and is market ready for real-world implementation in an Irish healthcare setting and has the required regulatory approvals (or is in the final stages of approval) for healthcare deployment. or is in development with a prototype available for consideration. Dr. Michael Twomey, Senior Clinical Research Manager and lead programme manager for the HiHI.AI call competition explained the value of this call to healthcare. "We are standing at the edge of a transformation in Irish healthcare - where AI doesn't just support medicine, it redefines it. This is more than innovation; it's a shift toward a future where intelligence is augmented, care is predictive, and health systems are empowered to heal at scale. AI in healthcare isn't the next step - it's the leap that will reshape what's possible for every patient, provider, and community." Full details available here: https://hih.ie/initiatives/hihi-ai/2025-call/ See more breaking stories here.

Dublin City University's DCU Alpha and Portal Innovations from the USA.,have announced a strategic partnership to establish a new venture-building platform in Dublin, designed to support and scale indigenous Irish companies in the biotech, pharma, medtech, and deeptech sectors. This initiative comes at a crucial time for the life sciences industry in Ireland, as companies navigate an evolving global landscape marked by trade and tariff challenges. The collaboration will see the development over time of a dedicated 20,000 sq ft life sciences and deeptech innovation facility within DCU Alpha, providing startups with the space and equipment needed to thrive. The new facility will combine fully equipped wet and dry labs, incubation space, accelerator programmes, and access to a dedicated seed fund. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between university-based research and commercially viable ventures, ensuring that cutting-edge discoveries make a tangible impact on both the economy and societal health. A Catalyst for Innovation Portal Innovations, a leading venture-building firm, specialises in supporting life sciences and deeptech entrepreneurs by providing them with seed capital, world-class infrastructure, and strategic mentorship. Through this partnership, Dublin City University's Life Sciences Institute will extend its expertise and infrastructure to startups within the Portal Innovations ecosystem, granting them access to DCU's vast research networks and Core Technologies facilities at the university's Glasnevin campus. A Thriving Innovation Cluster The new Portal Innovations facility will be co-located within an already established deeptech ecosystem of pioneering companies already based at DCU Alpha, including Fire1, Deciphex, Dolmen Design, BlueBridge Technologies, Coroflo, Marama Labs, SCRI-IS, Pilot Photonics, HT Materials Science, WellAir, Taoglas, Keltech IoE, Eiratech Robotics, Ubotica, Enbio, Exergyn, and Endotronix, among others. Ronan Cunningham, Director, DCU Invent, said: "At DCU Alpha, we are committed to fostering an environment where deeptech and life sciences startups can thrive. This collaboration with Portal Innovations represents a major step forward in supporting indigenous innovation and ensuring that Ireland remains a competitive hub for scientific and technological advancements." Nancy Tyrrell, Director of Academic Partnerships at Portal Innovations, said: "Ireland has a rich history of scientific excellence, and this partnership with DCU Alpha represents a unique opportunity to accelerate the commercialisation of groundbreaking research. By bringing our proven venture-building model to Dublin, we aim to provide life sciences and deeptech entrepreneurs with the critical resources, funding, and mentorship they need to succeed on a global scale."

An initiative which helps innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI)-focused scaleup companies to maximise their full commercial potential is now open for 2025 applications. The 6-month programme, delivered by the University of Edinburgh, will widen its selection process this year, to encourage a broader range of scaleups from tech-focused companies to benefit from a package of support aimed at helping transform their businesses into world-leading companies. The AI Accelerator has a strong track record of supporting innovative businesses and, this year, will be joined by Daniel Winterstein as Technical Entrepreneur in Residence. A PhD graduate at the University of Edinburgh and co-founder of ethical ad-tech company Good-Loop, Daniel will offer technical guidance and mentorship as part of the Accelerator's wider support network. Daniel Winterstein comments, "As the only UK city to be named an AI leader, it's fair to say that we have a real opportunity here and I am so excited to meet the cohort. Access to capital and talent are their biggest barriers to growth in the UK and we want to support them to overcome these challenges with our programme so that as a city and a university we can continue to lead the way with AI." The programme, delivered by the University of Edinburgh's world-leading Innovation Hub for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, the Bayes Centre in collaboration with Edinburgh Innovations, will feature monthly in-person workshops complemented by additional activities delivered online and two trips to London. The AI Accelerator gives companies a platform to shape their investment strategies and connect with potential investors. Participants also take part in expert-led workshops covering pricing, leadership, and scaling - all designed to drive commercial growth. The University of Edinburgh is home to the largest centres for computing science and informatics in Europe. Through access to its academic expertise and links into the Data- Driven Innovation hubs, AI Accelerator participants will also benefit from collaboration and business exposure opportunities. Among last year's participants were Chirrup, a business that helps landholders to thrive with biodiversity, by providing sensors and reporting tools that show the level of natural capital they already have. Gaining clarity on their "bullseye target" at the AI accelerator enabled Chirrup to concentrate their efforts on food processor intermediaries. This focused approach facilitated the development of marketing and sales tools specifically crafted to address these clients' unique challenges and maximise value. Dr. Murray Collins, CEO, Space Intelligence who participated in the 2021 cohort commented, "The programme introduced us to the different skills needed to grow a business over and above our academic and technical ability. As a result, we have grown significantly, including raising investment at seed and Series A stages from with investment from global name entities like Equinor and Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE), owners of the New York Stock Exchange. "Since the Accelerator, we've publicly worked with major clients, such as Shell and Apple, and won several funding competitions that have helped to solidify our position as a leading player in this space." Katy Guthrie, Programme Manager of the AI Accelerator, said: "AI is having a profoundly positive impact on companies and their growth across the globe and through our programme we are helping transform innovative start-ups into world-leading companies and supporting wider economic growth. Space Intelligence is just one example of the success that can be achieved, and we are inviting startups and scaleups from tech-businesses across the globe to join us. "We've also decided to open our selection process to encourage a broader range of businesses to benefit, and we'll be refocusing on scaleups with products that are ready to make an impact." Pre-qualifications close at 12 noon on Wed 14th May, and...

In Episode 122 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Richard Munassi from Tampa Bay Wave to discuss how Tampa has become a serious hub for startups. They talk through why founders are choosing to build here, how companies raise early funding, and what makes some startups succeed while others stall. Richard explains how Tampa Bay Wave supports founders, what he looks for when selecting companies, and why a strong team matters more than just a good idea. If you're building or thinking about building a company, this episode gives you a clear look at what it takes to grow in this market.0:00:00 - Private Equity Buying Businesses 0:03:57 - Tampa Bay Wave0:15:35 - Pulse Charter Connect0:19:27 - Is Tampa Becoming an Innovation Hub? 0:29:43 - 3D Printed Seawall Company0:33:01 - Tampa Bay Wave Success Stories0:42:45 - Transportation 0:50:52 - Tampa Compared to Major U.S. Cities1:10:24 - Economic Instability 1:19:17 - Tech Companies 

A Microsoft celebra 50 anos e, para marcar essa data, o Podcast Canaltech traz uma conversa exclusiva sobre os impactos da gigante da tecnologia no mercado brasileiro. Neste episódio, conversamos com Marcondes Farias, Líder do Innovation Hub da Microsoft Brasil, que compartilha sua visão sobre o papel da Microsoft na evolução tecnológica do Brasil, as iniciativas atuais para fomentar a inovação e as perspectivas para o futuro digital no país. Você também vai conferir: nova usina solar espacial da China, os anúncios no Prime Vídeo, o novo serviço de e-mail da Mozilla, as mudanças na câmera do iPhone 17 Pro e um curso gratuito da Open AI. Este podcast foi roteirizado e apresentado por Fernanda Santos e contou com reportagens de Emanuele Almeida, Marcelo Fisher, Vinicius Moschen, Danielle Cassita. A trilha sonora é de Guilherme Zomer, a edição de Jully Cruz e a arte da capa é de Erick Teixeira.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Microsoft celebra 50 anos de presença no Brasil! Para marcar essa data, o Podcast Canaltech traz uma conversa exclusiva sobre como a gigante da tecnologia revolucionou o mercado nacional e ajudou a moldar o futuro digital do país. Nosso convidado é Marcondes Farias, líder do Innovation Hub da Microsoft Brasil, que revela os bastidores das inovações que transformaram o setor, os desafios superados e o que vem por aí na era da IA e da computação em nuvem. E tem mais! No giro de notícias: a nova usina solar espacial da China, os anúncios chegando ao Prime Vídeo, o novo serviço de e-mail da Mozilla, as mudanças na câmera do iPhone 17 Pro e um curso gratuito da OpenAI que você não pode perder. Este podcast foi roteirizado e apresentado por Fernanda Santos e contou com reportagens de Emanuele Almeida, Marcelo Fisher, Vinicius Moschen, Danielle Cassita. A trilha sonora é de Guilherme Zomer, a edição de Jully Cruz e a arte da capa é de Erick Teixeira.

The University of Wisconsin System is asking for $7 million in the state biennial budget to continue support for the Dairy Innovation Hub. The Hub started in 2019, supporting dairy research at three UW campuses: Madison, Platteville, and River Falls. UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin tells Mid-West Farm Report why the Dairy Innovation Hub is a priority for the campus. Dollars in the state budget go toward supporting research personnel, farms, and labs. The research spans several disciplines related to dairy – protecting natural resources, enriching human health, ensuring animal health, and growing farm communities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Running a farm comes with its fair share of challenges, and it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day. But some of the biggest opportunities for growth come from stepping outside our own operations, connecting with others, and learning from those facing similar challenges. Stronger businesses, smarter decisions, and a more resilient industry all start with farmers coming together and sharing knowledge.    This episode is all about the power of grower groups - why they matter, the impact they have, and why getting involved can be a game-changer for your farm and business.    I'm joined by Pippa Jones, who, alongside her husband, runs a mixed farm near Goondiwindi, QLD. Beyond the farm, Pippa has played a key role in the Macintyre Ag Alliance, helping to drive innovation and support for local farmers. She also works as an extension officer with NSW Local Land Services and represents the Northern NSW Drought and Innovation Hub. On top of that, she's a 2024 Nuffield Scholar, exploring how carbon farming can be both a profitable opportunity for farmers and better supported on a global scale.    Together, in this episode, we explore:  The critical role of grower groups like Macintyre Ag Alliance and the impact they're having in southern Queensland and northern NSW.  Why getting involved in these networks goes far beyond just improving technical farming skills.  How simplifying your farm business model can give you the time and space to pursue off-farm interests, leadership roles, and industry impact.  Why we should all back ourselves as leaders, even if we don't see ourselves that way just yet.    At Farm Owners Academy, we're proud to be partnering with Macintyre Ag Alliance and other grower groups across Australia to help farmers connect, learn, and thrive.    If you haven't yet, I encourage you to seek out your local grower groups and engage with your regional drought and innovation hubs-they offer invaluable resources and networks that can help you navigate challenges and future-proof your farm business.    You can access more information about the items discussed in the episode below:    Macintyre Ag Alliance – click here https://www.macintyreagalliance.com/   Drought and Innovation Hubs – click here https://www.agriculture.gov.au/agriculture-land/farm-food-drought/drought/future-drought-fund/research-adoption-program/adoption-innovation-hubs   Nuffield Scholarships – click here https://www.nuffield.com.au/     Pippa, thank you for your time, your insights, and your leadership. I hope you all enjoy this conversation as much as I did.    Keep winning.    Jeremy Hutchings & the Farm Owners Academy Team 

Episode Synopsis: Watch the Documentary Series Watch this episode of Small Town Comeback, an original documentary series, at www.smalltowncomeback.org   Show Notes & Links: Check out Vernal's Innvation Hub: vernalinnovationhub.com Visit Vernal, Utah: dinoland.com   Sponsors This episode is brought to you by:  Uintah County Travel and Tourism Uintah County Economic Development  Vernal City   Credits: Produced by Summer Creative Agency and V6 Media.  Recorded & edited by Coby Coonradt. Hosted by Becca Summers.    Listen, rate, and subscribe!

Today, we are releasing another episode in our series entitled Minting Unicorns - Blockchain, AI and Dubai, sponsored by the City of Dubai. Dubai is the new global center of gravity, connecting the world in a way few places can. As a hub for trade, tourism, innovation, and finance, Dubai offers the ideal environment for startups and scale-ups to thrive. Entrepreneurs find a home here, whether in health-tech, fintech, AI, or renewable energy, supported by SME-focused programs that empower high-potential companies to scale globally. From flexible regulations to tax incentives, world-class infrastructure to access to global investors managing $1 trillion, Dubai understands what businesses need to scale fast. For today's episode, we are speaking with Mohammad Albalooshi, CEO of the DIFC Innovation Hub, a driving force behind Dubai's innovation ecosystem and a key player in empowering startups and scaleups across the MEASA region.Questions: Tell me and my audience a little bit about you.What is the DIFC Innovation Hub, and what role does it play in driving innovation in Dubai and the broader region? How did it come to be, and what vision does it fulfill?Can you tell us more about the Dubai AI Campus? What is its mission, and how does it support the development of AI-driven innovation?So I'm an entrepreneur looking to build the next big thing in fintech — how does the DIFC Innovation Hub support startups and scaleups in this space? Can you share some examples of companies that have benefited from your ecosystem?Dubai is positioning itself as a global hub for fintech and innovation. How does the DIFC contribute to making this vision a reality?Is it necessary for entrepreneurs to be physically located in Dubai or the MEASA region to join the DIFC Innovation Hub and its programs, or can global innovators participate from anywhere in the world?What are the Dubai AI License and the DIFC License? How do these frameworks support entrepreneurs and businesses within the innovation ecosystem?How is DIFC planning to expand its role in the innovation ecosystem over the next 5-10 years?What new programs or initiatives can we expect to see from the DIFC Innovation Hub to attract global talent and businesses?What advice would you give to startups and entrepreneurs, particularly those from outside the UAE, who are considering Dubai as a base for their operations?Linkshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mohammad-alblooshi-2499b54a/https://blockchaincenter.ae/https://dubaiaicampus.com/https://www.difc.ae/ https://www.investindubai.gov.ae/en/why-dubai/d33-agendaOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com* Check out Vanta: https://vanta.com/CODESTORYSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/code-story/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join us in Episode 21 of The Life Legacy Podcast as we sit down with Corbin Church, the founder of iHub, Utah's Innovation Hub. Corbin shares his remarkable journey of turning challenges into opportunities and the transformative lessons he's learned along the way. In this heartfelt conversation, Corbin talks about the loss of his father, how his faith helped him navigate adversity, and the importance of leaning into your God-given purpose. He also discusses the impact of iHub in fostering innovation and collaboration in his community. This episode is a powerful reminder that growth comes from perseverance, faith, and the desire to make a lasting impact. ABOUT OUR GUEST Corbin Church is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of iHub, Utah's Innovation Hub. Through iHub, Corbin has created a space where innovation, collaboration, and leadership thrive, helping countless individuals and businesses reach their full potential. His journey is one of resilience, faith, and a deep commitment to empowering others. Corbin's mission extends beyond business—he is dedicated to fostering a culture of growth and inspiration, driven by his belief in hard work and a higher purpose. LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “YOUR LIFE LEGACY PODCAST” *Apple Music - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-life-legacy-podcast/id1740167449  *Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2Cd8XFP59Ar864GcaoEDxW  *YouTube Podcasts - https://www.youtube.com/@thelifelegacypodcast   *Amazon Music Podcasts - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b1949e1f-a973-47da-b1e0-538945afa748/the-life-legacy-podcast  *iHeartRadio Podcasts - https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-life-legacy-podcast-165910407  CONNECT WITH “THE LIFE LEGACY PODCAST” *LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaxon-cummings-%F0%9F%92%AD%F0%9F%8E%A5-24b40a149/  *Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifelegacypodcast/  *TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelegacypodcast  *YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thelifelegacypodcast  *Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558217934317  *Threads - https://www.threads.net/@lifelegacypodcast  *X - https://twitter.com/lifelegacypod  *Website -  https://your-life-legacy.com/  *Email for general messages - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.com *Collab with us - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.com *Sponsor Us - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.com WE LOVE MAIL AND CARE PACKAGES!: Email us for address: lifelegacypodcast@outlook.com CONNECT with CORBIN CHURCH *Linked-In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/corbin-church-008479273/  *Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/corbin_church/ *Website - https://www.ihubutah.org/ PRODUCTION CREDITS: Recorded at Mindset Content Creation Studios Produced by Tommy Moore Brought to you by Vodcasts by Tommy Moore Presents - https://www.instagram.com/vodcasts_by_tommymoore/ FIND OTHER THINGS LIKE US (Our Friends, People we Support, Products You Should Buy) ***Risen Pendant - https://risenshop.com/product/   DISCOUNT CODE: lifelegacy This episode is brought to you by Your Life Legacy - https://your-life-legacy.com/   HASHTAGS #TheLifeLegacyPodcast  #yourlifelegacy  #jaxoncummings   #tommymoorepresents #tommymoore #vodcastsbytommymoore #personaldocumentaries #kadepeterson #conquercomfort  KEYWORDS Your Life Legacy Podcast, Podcast, Your Life Legacy, Jaxon Cummings, Tommy Moore, Tommy Moore Presents, Vodcast By Tommy Moore, Personal Documentaries, Genealogy,

In this double-feature episode of the OIS Eye on Innovation Podcast, Carey Powers highlights the invaluable resources and expertise within the OIS community, showcasing the power of cross-collaboration and strategic foresight in biotech.Part 1: Dr. Francis Lasowski (C20/20 Innovation Hub) and Dr. Wendy Naimark (Ripple Therapeutics) discuss their long-standing partnership, which has propelled Ripple's success through groundbreaking innovations, including dry AMD research and key advancements in IP management. Learn how the Innovation Hub provides early-stage companies with critical resources to navigate the challenges of development and commercialization.Part 2: Tracy Valorie, a biotech and pharma veteran, explains why early commercial strategy is the key to success. From understanding market access and reimbursement to planning for manufacturing readiness, Tracy shares actionable tips for startups to avoid costly mistakes and maintain a commercial mindset throughout product development.In this episode, you'll learn:How partnerships, like C20/20 and Ripple Therapeutics, foster early-stage breakthroughs.The role of innovation hubs in overcoming funding and IP challenges.Why a commercial strategy must start at the angel investing stage.How to integrate market research and manufacturing readiness into development plans.The power of collaboration and strategic foresight to accelerate biotech success.Discover how cross-industry partnerships and early commercial planning can bridge the "valley of death" in biotech. Tune in to this episode and leverage the collective wisdom of the OIS community!

I reflect on my most downloaded episode of 2024 with Louise Agersnap, the Head of WHO Innovation Hub, part of the Digital Health and Innovation Department. We enjoyed a thought-provoking discussion on the transformative initiatives happening at the World Health Organization. With over 20 years of experience in global health development and innovation, Louise brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to the table. The conversation kicks off with a reflection on the global health sector's unique challenges and the critical need for innovative solutions. Recognizing this, WHO is empowering its teams to transition seamlessly from ideation to execution, with a nod to Kevin D'Silva and his team at Ideateplus for their role in fostering a culture of innovation. Louise shares insights into the LEAD program, a groundbreaking initiative at WHO that empowers staff to drive impactful change through ideation, validation, and implementation. With over 250 ideas generated and 40+ projects in the pipeline, the LEAD program exemplifies the power of collaborative innovation in healthcare. The discussion also delves into the role of storytelling in scaling innovation across 194 member states. Louise highlights the Herculean task of communicating and garnering support for innovative ideas globally, offering insights into crafting compelling narratives that inspire collaboration and drive progress. We explore the importance of scalability and sustainability in fostering an innovation culture within WHO. With projects spanning 12 to 18 months, maintaining momentum and ensuring long-term impact are key priorities.  

Discover how UC Davis is shaping the future of innovation and entrepreneurship in Sacramento with George Baxter, Chief Innovation and Economic Development Officer at UC Davis. In this engaging conversation, George shares insights into Aggie Square, a $1 billion investment transforming the region into a global innovation hub. Learn about UC Davis's efforts to foster startups, collaborate with the private sector, and create life-changing technologies in areas like cell and gene therapy, AI, and more. This episode dives into the exciting opportunities for students, faculty, and the community, and explores how Sacramento is poised to become a world-class center for innovation. Don't miss this fascinating discussion! Website: https://aggiesquare.ucdavis.edu/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UCDAggieSquare Twitter: https://twitter.com/UCDAggieSquare _______________________________________________________________ If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region.  - Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_​...  -   Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz  -   Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney​  Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney​  Website: http://haneybiz.com​  Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273​   Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney - This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors.  This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice.  Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement. #thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur  #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento #SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor #Podcast

We are here at PegaWorld iNspire at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada we've been seeing some amazing things, including how AI can transform the enterprise and I've had the opportunity to be hands-on at the Innovation Hub. A study unveiled today at PegaWorld, conducted by research firm Savanta, surveyed more than 500 business decision makers across enterprises worldwide on their understanding and use of AI, as well as the challenges and opportunities they see in successfully implementing the technology. Joining us today is Peter van der Putten, Director AI Lab at Pega, to discuss the meaningful AI in the enterprise and this recently-announced research on the rise of creative and analytical AI within global businesses. RESOURCES Pega website: https://www.pega.com Listen to The Agile Brand without the ads. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ymf7hd Headed to MAICON 24 - the premier marketing and AI conference? Use our discount code AGILE150 for $150 off your registration code. Register here: http://tinyurl.com/5jpwhycv Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are here at PegaWorld iNspire at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada we've been seeing some amazing things, including how AI can transform the enterprise, and been hands on at the Innovation Hub. Church Mutual recently partnered with P3Fusion and Pega to build a unified CRM and Underwriting solution that transformed their enterprise operations with a streamlined approach that significantly reduced implementation time and cost. Today we're going to talk about this and see what it takes to successfully deliver incremental value, reusability, and automation in the enterprise. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome Rick Meheean, Director of Workflow Management, Church Mutual Insurance Company. RESOURCES Listen to The Agile Brand without the ads. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ymf7hd Headed to MAICON 24 - the premier marketing and AI conference? Use our discount code AGILE150 for $150 off your registration code. Register here: http://tinyurl.com/5jpwhycv Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are here at PegaWorld iNspire 2024 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas seeing some amazing things, including how AI can transform the enterprise and been hands-on at the Innovation Hub. As the marketing world braces for the impact of the sunsetting of third-party cookies, innovative strategies are stepping up to redefine how businesses engage with customers. Joining us today to talk about this as well as the impact of Generative AI on enterprise marketing is Tara DeZao, Product Marketing Director, AdTech and MarTech at Pega, to explore these developments. RESOURCES Pega website: https://www.pega.com Listen to The Agile Brand without the ads. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ymf7hd Headed to MAICON 24 - the premier marketing and AI conference? Use our discount code AGILE150 for $150 off your registration code. Register here: http://tinyurl.com/5jpwhycv Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are here at PegaWorld iNspire at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada we've been seeing some amazing things, including how AI can transform the enterprise, and have been hands-on at the Innovation Hub. Today, we're joined by Kerim Akgonul, Chief Product Officer at Pega, to discuss the transformative role of generative AI in business processes and the exciting developments around Pega GenAI Blueprint™. ABOUT KERIM AKGONUL Kerim is responsible for delivering Pega's full suite of products built on the Pega Infinity™ Platform. Kerim leads the company's 1,000 plus team of engineers, product managers, designers, and architects, building best-in-class solutions across 1:1 customer engagement, customer service, and intelligent automation. Kerim is focused on leveraging the latest technologies and development approaches such as low-code, AI, robotics, and cloud to support business users. He is an advocate for building software that makes the underlying technology transparent and serves the needs of the business. This focus on business impact has contributed significantly to the company being recognized as a leader in the major product and technology categories important to clients including low-code, customer relationship management (CRM), case management, intelligent automation, real-time analytics, and business process management (BPM). Kerim began his career at Pega developing applications for customers in financial services and insurance, and he put his customer-centric perspective to work in establishing the company's product management function. Early in the company's history, Kerim recognized the power of connecting back-end operations to front-end, customer-facing applications. He continues to focus the product team on developing applications that allow business visionaries to innovate how their organizations interact with customers and help employees get work done more effectively. Kerim holds a BS in Mathematics and Computer Science from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. RESOURCES Pega website: https://www.pega.com Listen to The Agile Brand without the ads. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ymf7hd Headed to MAICON 24 - the premier marketing and AI conference? Use our discount code AGILE150 for $150 off your registration code. Register here: http://tinyurl.com/5jpwhycv Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are here at PegaWorld iNspire at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada we've been seeing some amazing things, including how AI can transform the enterprise and we've been hands-on at the Innovation Hub. Digital transformation is often seen as an overwhelming challenge, and stats certainly confirm this. Understanding how to implement change gradually can be key. Returning to the show today is Tommi Marsans, Associate Director of Marketing Technology Strategy at Verizon Business, who will share insights into making big changes one step at a time within a large enterprise setting. ABOUT TOMMI MARSANS Tommi has over three decades of marketing technology experience, with a focus on enabling marketing through alignment of technology and strategy. She is highly skilled in effectively collaborating across the organization to drive transformation and innovation by leveraging marketing technology to drive marketing and sales business strategies. She is currently the lead for Pega decisioning for Verizon Business Group and has developed a dynamic customer responsive solution called Compass for customer retention and My Solutions for customer growth across digital, sales, and retail channels. She has won several awards for innovative uses of technology including Best in Class and B2B Customer Loyalty awards from The Loyalty 360 group, a SAMMY for User Experience Optimization in 2022 and 2023, and finally the PegaWorld iNspire Impact award. In addition, she has been asked to speak several times to the marketing industry on subjects as diverse as leveraging Big Data to ethical use of AI &ML. Previously Tommi has held executive roles as a VP of Marketing at a regional marketing company and Executive Director of Marketing Operations at Sallie Mae. She is also founder of the Force Multiplier Foundation, a charity dedicated to bringing help to those in need. Recently Tommi was selected to be a Crew Captain for the Pre-Leader Academy at Verizon to develop emerging leaders across the organization. She is also an avid fan of Sci-Fi (Marvel and Star Wars primarily) and has a vast collection of movie memorabilia. RESOURCES Verizon Business website: https://www.verizon.com/business/ Pega website: https://www.pega.com Listen to The Agile Brand without the ads. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ymf7hd Headed to MAICON 24 - the premier marketing and AI conference? Use our discount code AGILE150 for $150 off your registration code. Register here: http://tinyurl.com/5jpwhycv Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices