🎙️ This week’s “What is Innovation?” episode brings us an engaging conversation with Doug Patton, renowned inventor and author. ✨ Listen in as Doug expands on his simple definition of innovation—revolutionary change—and its connection with an inspiring environment. He highlights passion as the essential spark of innovation and discusses how cultivating the right atmosphere contributes to the creative process. Don't miss this compelling episode, brimming with wisdom to ignite your...

🎙️ Our innovation journey brings us perspective from Africa this week, as we talk with Tiisetso Maloma, a renowned South African entrepreneur and author, on the "What is Innovation?" podcast. Tiisetso shares his view of innovation as the process of making one or more things into something profoundly useful, enhancing efficiency in our daily lives. This leads to a discussion on the core concept of utility and the vital intersection of technology and innovation. He also shares his framework...

Explore innovation with Nik Froelich, Founder and CEO of Saritasa, on our "What is Innovation?" podcast. Nik defines innovation as using technology to enhance businesses. Dive into technology-driven innovation, problem-solving, and a breakdown of business innovation categories. Don’t miss his perspective on what innovation isn't and advice for aspiring innovators. Ignite your innovation journey!

🎙️ Join us on the "What is Innovation?" podcast with the remarkable Paul V. McEnroe, the engineer behind the ubiquitous Universal Product Code (UPC) barcode. Paul’s definition centers around an open mind, technical capability, and teamwork. Hear the fascinating story of how the barcode transformed the retail category from the man who was there from the beginning. In addition to the barcode, learn about Paul and his team’s contributions to many other technologies we use today. Hear his advice...

Dive into the essence of innovation with our latest "What is Innovation?" podcast featuring Gideon Kedem, Head of Valen Semiconductor's Automotive Business unit. Gideon discusses innovation's deep roots in our DNA and the need for effective management to ensure its impact. He also shares his view on the different types of innovation beyond technology. Finally, Gideon offers his thoughts on technology's direction and emphasizes the importance of taking risks and managing the process. Tune in...

Chris Kocek, Founder and CEO of Gallant Branding defines innovation as a fresh perspective on the world and a novel way to frame questions. This conversation explores how perceptions shape innovation and delves into the synergy between qualitative and quantitative approaches in the insight-driven innovation space.

Discover the essence of innovation in a podcast with Natalie Born, an innovation facilitator, consultant, author, and keynote speaker. She discusses the importance of pattern recognition, balancing authenticity and perfectionism, and the importance of differentiating innovation from creativity.

Our special guest, Tommaso Buganza, Professor of Leadership & Innovation at Politecnico di Milano, discusses the realm of science fiction and its practical implications on society. Jared and Tommaso also explore ethics, user responsibility, and education's role in nurturing holistic innovators. Tommaso's insights on AI's transformative power and the importance of a critical mindset offer a compass for budding innovators.

Michael D. Abramoff, MD, Ph.D., a visionary retina specialist, computer scientist, and entrepreneur. Dr. Abramoff shares his view of innovation as a series of small steps and how he works to ensure progress at every stage. He offers insight into diabetes care in the US, diabetic retinopathy, and the benefits of increased screenings. You’ll also learn about bioethics, the exciting future of digital diagnostics, and the first FDA-cleared autonomous AI diagnostic system.

This week, we talk with Ahmed Reza, child actor turned entrepreneur. He shares his perspective on innovation shaped by his uniquely American experience. Jared and Ahmed discuss the dangers of over-specialization and the importance of ethics, philosophy, and anthropology as we work to solve new problems. His remarkable story will inspire you!

In this episode of "What is Innovation," Beth McDaniel, President and Chief of Administration at Reactive Surfaces, discusses the role of creativity in innovation and how to get consumers to demand innovative products. Beth shares her insights on thinking outside the box and developing new and improved products and services. She also talks about the importance of communicating the benefits of innovation to consumers so that they are more likely to demand it. This episode is a must-listen...

In this episode, Jared talks with Doug Howarth, CEO of Hypernomics, Inc. They discuss the concept of innovation, why it matters in today's world, and practical ways to drive innovation in your business. Don't miss this far-ranging conversation—learn about everything from stock market dynamics to space tourism!

In this episode, we explore the essence of innovation as human nature. Chris Marshall—behavioral scientist, futurist, and author—offers his thoughts on the impact of innovation on regulation, culture, and the natural environment.

This week, Jared is joined by Daniel Trabucchi, Senior Assistant Professor at the School of Management Politecnico di Milano. Daniel shares his definition of innovation, the role of regulatory bodies in innovation, the distinction between a new thing and a new purpose, and much more.

This week, Jared explores the meaning of innovation with Robert Huber, Twisthink's Chief Strategy Officer, as he shares insights about the purposeful nature of innovation. He highlights the crucial role of user experience in propelling innovation and the vital step of refining the process for optimal outcomes. Additionally, Robert stresses how pursuing hobbies outside of work can be instrumental in fostering innovative thinking and provides valuable advice for those aspiring to innovate. Join...

Don't miss our exciting episode with Peter Schroeder, a multi-award-winning DJ, entrepreneur, and visionary founder of Telzio! Join us as we explore how innovation sparks creativity in business and the positive impact of a musical background. Discover the power of technical and creative mindsets, the importance of self-awareness, and how to effectively balance demand and technology as a leader-manager and innovator. Tune in now for an inspiring conversation!

The most recent episode of the "What is Innovation?" podcast is now available with a special guest, Ravi Kurani! Together, we will delve into the distinction between problem-solving and solution-building, drawing on Ravi's expertise as co-founder of Sutro. You will discover the importance of active listening and adapting, gain knowledge of what does not constitute innovation, and receive guidance on how to manage your energy and create a successful innovation strategy. Additionally, Ravi...

In our latest episode, Robyn Bolton, Founder & Chief Navigator of MileZero, discusses the critical role that leadership plays in driving innovation forward. She explores the fundamentals of innovation and how implicit and explicit company cultures affect it. Robyn also shares her insights on how to combat cynicism about innovation. Tune in for an insightful and thought-provoking conversation that will inspire you to drive innovation in your organization. Listen to the full episode on...

Join us for episode 89 where we are joined by Peter Mann, CEO and Founder of Oransi. In this episode, Peter discusses the power of innovation to democratize the work environment and innovative developments in the air purifier space. Hear Peter's take on reshoring as a form of innovation, and get his perspective on what innovation isn't--including the pitfalls of copying technology or simply trying to leverage a brand name. Tune in to our latest episode on your favorite podcast platform...

Join us in our latest podcast episode as we explore the power of inspiration and intention with our guest, Ion Valaskakis, President at Portfolio IV Media and Consulting. We delve into the importance of these factors and their impact on our ability to innovate, including how circumstantial inspiration and the default mode network can affect our creative process. Tune in to our latest episode on your favorite podcast platform to gain valuable insights and join the conversation about innovation.

Get ready for an inspiring conversation on the latest episode of our podcast featuring Amanda Utz, Partner at Avant Strategy. We explore the significance of innovation to idea-oriented creative folks, and the importance of an innovative approach to thinking beyond product or service innovation. In this episode, we also discuss changes in the corporate marketing world and offer an innovative perspective through a baker-cake analogy. Plus, Amanda shares insights on hobbies beyond baking, the...

We're excited to have Ted Ladd, Dean and Professor of Entrepreneurship at Hult International Business School! In this episode, we explore how innovation creates value for anybody, including how we can innovate with respect, affirmation, and confidence, tapping into the minds of platform natives and drawing inspirations from past innovations. This episode also discusses the process-driven innovation and empowering idea-generation to ensure effectivity and innovative ideas from university...

We're excited to have Ahmad Thomas, CEO of Silicon Valley Leadership Group, join us this week! In this episode, he shares his view of innovation as paradigm-breaking ideas, and he discusses the impact of innovation on personal career growth. Thomas also shares his view of the progress made in creating more inclusive and diverse workplaces, as well as the impact of DEI programs on driving innovation forward. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation! Listen to the full episode on your...

Episode 84 proudly welcomes Dr. Britt Andreatta, CEO, Brain Aware Training, former CLO of Lynda.com (LinkedIn Learning) , and a recognised top learning and HR influencer for leadership development. In this episode they delve into the different aspects that make up innovation, including the importance of psychological safety. Dr. Britt's insights and expertise are truly invaluable. Tune in to learn more!

In the 83rd episode of the "What is Innovation?" podcast, Jared interviews Raji Rajagopalan, author of "Daring to Be Different" and a Partner Director of Software Engineering at Microsoft. She is a recognized expert in the field of innovation with an impressive track record. During the conversation, Raji shares her unique perspective on successful innovation, emphasizing the importance of creating value for humanity. If you're looking to make a difference in the world of tech and innovation,...