Mastering Innovation

‘Creating the Organizational Structures that Liberate People to Innovate’

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 20:30:29 GMT

Kaihan Krippendorff, CEO of Outthinker, discusses the value of innovating from within and describes the traits that characterize internal innovators. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/internal-innovation-kaihan-krippendorff/

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Using Smartphones to Make Roads More, not Less, Safe

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 20:00:25 GMT

Zendrive Founder and CEO Jonathan Matus shares how smartphones can make us better drivers and how other stakeholders benefit from Zendrive’s platform. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/zendrive-jonathan-matus/

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The Next Phase of the Fintech Phenomenon

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 20:30:04 GMT

Dickson Chu, Global Head of Portfolio Management at BBVA, discusses open innovation in fintech and identifies where he thinks the most exciting fintech ecosystems are developing worldwide. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/bbva-dickson-chu/

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The 360° Corporation: Using Trade-Offs as a Source of Innovation

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 20:00:32 GMT

Mack Institute Senior Fellow Sarah Kaplan, author of The 360° Corporation, discusses how businesses can approach trade-offs as sources of innovation, creativity, and even long-term profitability. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/360-corporation-sarah-kaplan/

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Industry City CEO on Bringing Brooklyn into the ‘Innovation Economy’

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 20:30:25 GMT

Andrew Kimball, CEO of Industry City, discusses the efforts to revitalize a dilapidated section of post-industrial Brooklyn into a massive, innovation-powered job center. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/industry-city-andrew-kimball/

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Samsung NEXT on Connectivity Within the “Experience Economy”

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 20:00:42 GMT

Brandon Hoffman (WG’15) discusses the role Samsung NEXT plays in transforming the customer experience that Samsung delivers. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/samsung-next-brandon-hoffman/

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Doctor: Virtual Reality Training Leads to Big Performance Boost for Surgeons

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:30:58 GMT

Dr. Justin Barad, of Osso VR, explains how doctors can use the platform to learn and practice procedures amid the health care innovation boom. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/virtual-reality-surgical-training-justin-barad/

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How Chobani Incubator Chooses 8 Food Entrepreneurs Out of 600 Applicants

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:00:33 GMT

Director Zoe Feldman explains the equity-free startup program that's included Banza chickpea pasta, Cannonborough Craft Sodas, and Thaifusions. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/chobani-zoe-feldman/

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Axe Throwing, Swimming Pool Bowling Alleys, and Other Adventures in Hospitality

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 20:30:42 GMT

Max Goldberg, co-owner of Nashville-based Strategic Hospitality, speaks about capturing the dynamic spirit of his hometown. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/hospitality-max-goldberg/

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'An Entrepreneurial Approach to Social Innovation' in Education

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 20:00:08 GMT

Mehrdad Baghai, co-founder of High Resolves, shares how he combines his expertise on corporate strategy with his passion for social impact, particularly in education. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/high-resolves-mehrdad-baghai/

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1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. on Building ‘A Celebrations Ecosystem’

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 20:30:50 GMT

Chris McCann of 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. describes how the company went from a single Manhattan flower shop to an e-commerce pioneer by embracing new technologies. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/1800flowers-a-celebrations-ecosystem/

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'Removing the Element of Luck' for Young Entrepreneurs

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 20:30:00 GMT

Seth Berger of Sixers Innovation Lab discusses how the accelerator supports Philadelphia entrepreneurs by providing office space, health care, food, even housing. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/sixers-innovation-lab-seth-berger/

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Applying the Tools of Innovation to Improve Lives in Cities

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 20:30:32 GMT

Katie Appel Duda introduces Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Government Innovation grant program, which funds cross-functional innovation teams in more than 200 cities around the world. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/bloomberg-philanthropies-katie-appel-duda/

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Bringing it All Together to Lower Healthcare Costs

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 20:00:43 GMT

Zipari founder and CEO Mark Nathan explains why providing consumers more information is key to bringing down healthcare costs in the U.S. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/zipari-mark-nathan/

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Notes of Data Analytics and Overtones of Customer Engagement

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 20:30:11 GMT

Winc co-founders Brian Smith and Geoff McFarlane shared how they're using data to anticipate customer desires and get ahead of the next big trend in wine. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/winc-geoff-mcfarlane-brian-smith/

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Combating ‘An Imminent Threat to the Health of Discourse on the Internet’

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 20:00:21 GMT

Sherif Hanna, VP of Ecosystem Development at Truepic, describes their blockchain-based solution to the problem of deepfakes.. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/truepic-sherif-hanna/

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‘Optimistically Confident’ in the Early Days of Artificial Intelligence

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 20:30:08 GMT

John Roese, CTO of Dell EMC, explains that advances in artificial intelligence will depend on earning human users’ trust in machine learning. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/artificial-intelligence-john-roese/

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How BioCellection Began Turning ‘Unrecyclable’ Plastics into Building Blocks

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 20:00:36 GMT

Miranda Wang, Co-founder and CEO of BioCellection, describes her venture's new commercial approach to the problem of plastics. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/biocellection-miranda-wang/

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Drawing a Collaborative Road Map for Healthcare Innovations

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 20:30:05 GMT

James Lewis of 11|TEN Innovation Partners explains how his organization facilitates collaboration to accelerate the development of new healthcare technologies. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/collaboration-james-lewis/

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Surviving ‘A Mass Extinction Event in the Corporate World’

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 20:00:17 GMT

Tom Siebel, bestselling author and C3.ai CEO, describes the possibilities offered by artificial intelligence and how CEOs can counter its threats. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/surviving-a-mass-extinction-event-corporate-world/

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Where Craft Beer Meets Big Beer, Experimentation Thrives

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 20:30:33 GMT

Todd Ahsmann and Christina Perozzi of Goose Island Beer Co. explain how they approach craft brewing by leveraging the resources of a large company. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/goose-island-todd-ahsmann-christina-perozzi/

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‘You Can Make Innovative Products Without Having to Make Tiny Companies First’

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 20:00:28 GMT

Phil Libin, CEO of All Turtles, discusses how his company takes an alternate path to the Silicon Valley startup approach while pursuing artificial intelligence solutions. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/all-turtles-phil-libin/

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Nailing Product-Market Fit and Scalability to Make Better Decisions

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 20:48:48 GMT

Gaurav Dhillon, Chairman and CEO of SnapLogic, says that nailing product-market fit comes down to great listening skills and “a tolerance for pain.” Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/product-market-fit-gaurav-dhillon/

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From Legacy Newsrooms to Digital Media Startups, Lessons in Adaptability

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 20:00:00 GMT

Jim Brady, CEO & Founder of Spirited Media, shares his experiences and lessons from The Washington Post and the startup media landscape. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/spirited-media-jim-brady/

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Etsy Focuses on Search Algorithms to Increase Sales

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 15:38:24 GMT

Rachel Glaser, CFO of Etsy, discusses the e-commerce company's work on search capabilities. Read More: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/etsy-rachel-glaser

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How Spotify's Data Shapes Strategy for Connecting Brands and 'Savvy Consumers'

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 15:36:04 GMT

Khartoon Weiss, global head of verticals at Spotify, discusses how user behavior on the streaming platform informs the way brand partners target their listeners. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/spotify-khartoon-weiss/

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Inside the Open-Source Software Company That IBM Bought for $34B

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 20:30:35 GMT

Matt Hicks, senior vice president of engineering at Red Hat, talks about the acquisition deal, the worldwide impact of free software, and more. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/open-source-software-matt-hicks/

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Entrepreneur David Kidder Says Loving Your Idea Is the Wrong Business Obsession

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 20:00:18 GMT

David Kidder, CEO and co-founder of Bionic and author of "New to Big" and "The Startup Playbook," explains his model for enterprise growth. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/enterprise-growth-david-kidder/

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How to Nurture ‘Loonshots:’ Change a Firm’s Culture by Addressing Its Structure

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 20:30:40 GMT

Safi Bahcall, author of the new book “Loonshots,” explains how structural factors like incentives around risk-taking are the key to fostering a culture of innovation throughout a firm. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/loonshots-safi-bahcall/

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The Evolution of Machine Intelligence: How Algorithms are Shaping Our Lives

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 20:00:53 GMT

Wharton professor Kartik Hosanagar, author of A Human’s Guide to Machine Intelligence, walks through the evolution of artificial intelligence and points to the developments that lie ahead. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/machine-intelligence-kartik-hosanagar/

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For Stroke Patients, New Video Game May Help Restore More Function, Faster

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 20:30:42 GMT

John Krakauer, co-founder of Neuro Motor Innovations, describes how his company is testing specially designed video games to help stroke patients recover more fully. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/stroke-john-krakauer/

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How BBVA’s Open Banking Strategies Deepened Customer Relationships

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 20:00:26 GMT

Robert Sears, former CEO of a BBVA subsidiary, discussed how banks can streamline organizational functions and become more customer-centric. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/open-banking-bbva-robert-sears/

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This Nonprofit Is Using AI to Power 24/7 Counseling at a Moment’s Notice

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 20:30:35 GMT

Nancy Lublin, Founder and CEO of Crisis Text Line, discusses the use of artificial intelligence to help triage millions of texts, the platform's integration into popular chat services, and their extensive team of devoted volunteers across the country.

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For People Facing Renovations, This Company Tries to Sweeten the Deal

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 20:00:00 GMT

Bridget Best, COO of Sweeten, discusses how the service works to connect general contractors with clients and oversee a smooth renovation experience for both parties. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/sweeten-bridget-best/

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What Jeff Bezos, Marc Benioff Teach Us About 'Innovation Capital'

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 20:30:58 GMT

Curtis Lefrandt and Nathan Furr, co-authors of Innovation Capital: How to Compete--and Win--Like the World's Most Innovative Leaders, offer advice on leading in disrupting spaces and explain how you can amplify your own innovation capital.

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Technology and Pea Protein Are Key Ingredients in This Dairy Alternative

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 20:00:20 GMT

Adam Lowry, co-founder of Ripple Foods, talks about his company's pea-based dairy alternative.

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Expanding the Menu of Growth Opportunities in the Food Industry

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 22:14:00 GMT

Sally Grimes of Tyson Foods discussed how the company innovates to reduce waste in the supply chain and offer consumers greater choice. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/tyson-foods-sally-grimes/

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Reinventing Advertising in the Age of Influencers

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 21:28:32 GMT

Greg Isaacs of Branded Entertainment Network shared how his advertising company is using data analytics to revive the practice of product placement. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/advertising-greg-isaacs/

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How Companies Can Optimize With Quantum Computing

Thu, 30 May 2019 20:30:27 GMT

Mandy Birch, head of engineering strategy at Rigetti Computing, talks about how businesses can use the power of quantum computing to gain competitive advantages. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/quantum-computing-mandy-birch

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E-commerce Company Vroom Works to Disrupt the Used Car Market

Thu, 30 May 2019 20:00:49 GMT

CTO Mitch Berg talks about how the online marketplace for buying and selling used cars is tapping into a space long owned by mom-and-pop retailers. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/used-cars-mitch-berg

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Former Apple CEO John Sculley Predicts How Technology Will Change Health Care

Thu, 23 May 2019 20:30:24 GMT

Entrepreneur and investor John Sculley sees fewer hospital beds and invasive procedures, and more sensors and digital voice assistants. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/health-care-john-sculley

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Condé Nast's Modern Media Strategy Connects Print, Digital, and Events

Thu, 23 May 2019 20:00:38 GMT

Eric Gillin, chief business officer of Condé Nast's Lifestyle Division, talks about how technology is changing media. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/digital-media-eric-gillin/

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BNY Mellon's Pershing Sees Financial Literacy Program as Good for Its Bottom Line

Thu, 16 May 2019 20:30:53 GMT

Pershing's Michael Partnow and Andrea Madden say the community work helps the financial services firm attract the next generation of employees and clients. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/financial-michael-partnow-andrea-madden

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Why an Online Marketplace Initially Said 'No' to Fitbit

Thu, 16 May 2019 20:00:16 GMT

Jules Pieri, author of How We Make Stuff Now and CEO of The Grommet (a site that launched SodaStream, Bananagrams, Swell water bottles, and more), talks about what developers should think about when prototyping new products. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/fitbit-jules-pieri/

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Telecom Company Plans for 5G Expansion in Latin America, Africa

Thu, 09 May 2019 20:30:05 GMT

Tigo Guatemala's Roberto Rodriguez and Eric Seaman discuss how faster internet connectivity can enhance opportunities for learning and better health care. Read More: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/5g-seaman-rodriguez/

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This CEO Went From 'Traditional' Steel Industry to Leading B2B E-commerce

Thu, 09 May 2019 20:00:40 GMT

Vinaya Varma, CEO of mjunction, talks about scaling up online marketplaces to serve diverse B2B customers, attracting millennials, and investing in new technology. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/e-commerce-vinaya-varma/

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Privacy, Trust, and Whether Blockchain Can Help Us Achieve Them

Thu, 02 May 2019 20:30:19 GMT

Wharton professor Kevin Werbach, author of The Blockchain and the New Architecture of Trust, discusses the growing need for legal sophistication regarding data privacy and how blockchain is poised to play a role. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/new-architecture-of-trust-kevin-werbach/

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Connecting Donors to Classrooms to Make the Unattainable Happen

Thu, 02 May 2019 20:00:00 GMT

Charles Best, Founder and CEO of DonorsChoose.org, describes the research-based strategies the nonprofit uses to encourage donations to millions of classrooms across the country. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/donorschoose-charles-best/

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Companies Can Use Connected Strategies to Engage and Influence Customers

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 16:32:22 GMT

Mack Institute Co-directors Nicolaj Siggelkow and Christian Terwiesch offer a path to strengthening long-term buyer loyalty, from customer engagement to cost-effective delivery. Read more at: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/connected-strategy-nicolaj-siggelkow-christian-terwiesch

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Telemedicine Is Essential to This Diabetes Treatment

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 20:48:59 GMT

Anand Parikh, general counsel and head of business development at Virta Health, talks about treating diabetes with virtual real-time assessment. Read More: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/anand-parikh-diabetes

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Making Decisions Based on Predictive, Preventive Analytics

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 20:46:18 GMT

Steve Orrin, federal CTO at Intel Corporation, says companies can't forget people and adoptability when it comes to using technology. Read more at: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/steve-orrin-analytics

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2019 Y-Prize Winners: Penn Students Make Plans for Bacteria-Fighting Tech

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 20:30:24 GMT

Tanvi Kapur, Ishir Seth, and WenTao Zhang discuss the development of an idea to prevent catheter-associated infections in hospital patients. Read More: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/w-zhang-i-seth-t-kapur-nosoco/

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Creating a Nonlinear Career by Pursuing Your Passion

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 20:00:03 GMT

Tiffany Pham, founder and CEO of Mogul, and author of "You Are a Mogul," discusses building the skill sets you need to succeed. Read More: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/mogul-tiffany-pham/

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The Future of Autonomous Driving: Integrating Systems and Infrastructure

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 20:30:16 GMT

David Zhou, Head of Product for Autonomous Driving at Baidu USA, discusses the technological challenges yet to be resolved before driverless cars become mainstream. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/autonomous-driving-david-zhou/

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The Algorithm-Driven Matchmaking Platform for Service Providers and Customers

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 20:00:05 GMT

Marco Zappacosta, co-founder and CEO of Thumbtack, explains his solution to the fragmentation of the gig economy, effectively linking customers with suitable service providers. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/thumbtack-marco-zappacosta/

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Innovating Through the Fortress of Healthcare Regulations

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 21:30:03 GMT

Dr. Robert Graboyes of George Mason University explains how future innovations in medicine will lower costs by empowering machines, nurses, and even patients to perform functions that only doctors can do today. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/healthcare-innovation-robert-graboyes/

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Bringing American-Made Directly to Online Shoppers

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 21:00:47 GMT

Geralyn Breig, CEO of AnytownUSA.com, describes the processes her company has developed to connect online shoppers with verifiably American-made goods. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/anytownusa-geralyn-breig/

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In with the Old, In with the New: Exploring New Areas While Enhancing Existing Value

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 21:30:26 GMT

Tanya Berman, Vice President at MARS, discusses the importance of keeping existing products strong and relevant while innovating new offerings. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/consumer-goods-tanya-berman/

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Predictable Magic: Designing Around Customer Emotions to Reach Beyond Existing Markets

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 21:00:08 GMT

Deepa Prahalad, author of Predictable Magic: Unleash the Power of Design Strategy to Transform Your Business, introduces design thinking frameworks that can create strong emotional engagement between customers and firms. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/predictable-magic-deepa-prahalad/

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The Company Bringing Clarity to Online Diamond Shopping

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 21:30:55 GMT

Ajay Anand, Founder of Rare Carat, explains how the company is working to increase transparency in the diamond industry and smooth out the purchasing process for consumers. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/rare-carat-ajay-anand/

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Collaboration the Key to Dunkin’s Culinary Innovations

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 21:00:28 GMT

Katy Latimer, VP of Culinary Innovation at Dunkin’ Brands, explains why collaboration is necessary when translating consumer trends down the pipeline. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/dunkin-katy-latimer/

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Rethinking Frameworks in the Life Sciences: Perspectives from Real Estate and Precision Medicine

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 21:30:26 GMT

Joel Marcus, Executive Chairman and Founder of Alexandria Real Estate Equities, and Liz O’Day, CEO and Founder of Olaris Therapeutics, discuss how collaboration across stakeholders can enhance innovation in the life sciences. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/life-sciences-joel-marcus-liz-oday/

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Brave, Not Perfect: The Importance of Getting Girls Comfortable with Failure

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 21:00:33 GMT

Reshma Saujani, Founder & CEO of Girls Who Code and author of “Brave, Not Perfect: Fear Less, Fail More, and Live Bolder” discusses how we can reduce gender gaps by teaching girls to take risks and learn from failure effectively. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/brave-reshma-saujani/

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Purposeful: Establishing a Culture of Change as a ‘Movement Starter’

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 21:30:14 GMT

Jennifer Dulski,Head of Groups and Community at Facebook and author of "Purposeful: Are You a Manager or a Movement Starter?", revealed how managers must listen to both customers and employees to build connections and encourage change. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/community-jennifer-dulski/

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How Verizon’s New Carrier Aims to Bring Wireless Directly to the Consumer

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 21:00:00 GMT

Miguel Quiroga, CEO of Visible, explains how adopting a startup mentality and a tech subscription model reduces customer frictions in the wireless industry. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/wireless-miguel-quiroga/

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How this Small New England Hospital Centers the Customer Experience

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 21:30:23 GMT

Dr. Michael Jaff, President of Newton-Wellesley Hospital, shares the novel strategies his institution has used to solicit feedback and continuously improve the patient experience. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/healthcare-michael-jaff/

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Robo-Reporting: How Artificial Intelligence Is Assisting Journalists in the Newsroom

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 21:00:47 GMT

Jeremy Gilbert, Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Washington Post, discusses the implementation artificial intelligence tools in the newsroom, allowing human journalists to put their time into more significant reporting. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2019/journalists-jeremy-gilbert-washington-post/

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From Legos in the Caribbean to Kid-Centered Design in Silicon Valley

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 21:30:00 GMT

Joel Sadler, Founder and CEO of the education tech startup Piper, shares how his upbringing ingrained in him the ideals of universal design and resourcefulness that he brings to his company. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/piper-joel-sadler/

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How UNICEF Ventures Is Borrowing Strategies from the Startup World to Innovate for Good

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 21:00:00 GMT

Rajesh Anandan, Senior Vice President of UNICEF Ventures, discusses the how innovating inside a charitable organization compares to doing so in the private sector. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/unicef-ventures-rajesh-anandan/

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How This Company Is Easing the Hassle of Connecting While Abroad

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 21:30:34 GMT

Ravi Rishy-Maharaj, Founder and CEO of GigSky, discusses how his company has set out to smooth connectivity hassles for international travelers using eSIM technologies. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/gigsky-ravi-rishy-maharaj/

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Creating a Culture of Innovation to Thrive in the 5G World

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 21:00:05 GMT

Mack Institute Senior Fellow Scott Snyder explains the technological potential of 5G, as well as the challenges facing firms who decide to assertively take the lead. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/5g-scott-snyder/

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‘It’s a Question of Logistics.’ How this Company Is Tackling Hunger in the U.S.

Thu, 15 Nov 2018 21:30:03 GMT

Jasmine Crowe, Founder and CEO of Goodr, shares how the food waste management company creates win-win situations for businesses, nonprofits, and the hungry. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/goodr-jasmine-crowe/

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Eyes on the XPrize: How the Famous Competition is Tackling Illiteracy Next

Thu, 15 Nov 2018 21:00:33 GMT

Shlomy Kattan, Executive Director of the Adult Literacy XPrize Competition, shares about the development of the XPrize foundation since its inception in 1994 and how the competition he oversees is working to make reading more accessible to everyone. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/xprize-shlomy-kattan/

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China’s Strategic Advantage: What the West Can Learn by Looking East

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 00:44:46 GMT

George Yip, author of “China’s Next Strategic Advantage: from Imitation to Innovation,” discusses the flourishing of consumer-led innovation in China and what the West can learn from it. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/china-george-yip/

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Turning Philadelphia’s Strategic Assets into an Innovation Ecosystem

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 00:43:34 GMT

Francisco Garcia, Philadelphia’s Director of Business Development for Innovation and Technology, discusses the strengths and weaknesses that can foster or hinder innovation in a city. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/philadelphia-francisco-garcia/

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The Acceleration of Artificial Intelligence Through Gaming

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 18:38:59 GMT

Danny Lange, VP of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at Unity Technologies, discusses how new technologies combined with gaming have kicked the pace of machine learning into high gear. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/artificial-intelligence-danny-lange/

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‘It’s all About Personalization.’ How Marriott Is Adapting to New Consumer Trends

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 18:38:53 GMT

Stephanie Linnartz, Global Chief Commercial Officer at Marriott, discusses the varieties of ways that her company is innovating, such as making forays into the sharing economy. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/marriott-stephanie-linnartz/

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Changing Tastes: How Nestlé Stays on Top of Consumer Trends

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 15:46:16 GMT

Rui Barbas, Chief Strategy Officer at Nestlé USA, describes how the food and beverage giant remains innovative through what he calls a hybrid growth model. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/nestle-rui-barbas/

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The Messy Middle: Working Through Your Company’s Adolescence

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 15:43:54 GMT

Scott Belsky, author of “The Messy Middle,” elaborates on the struggles that developing businesses have in their middle stages and how to get past them. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/messy-middle-scott-belsky/

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Creative Selection: Behind the Genius of Steve Jobs and the Development of the iPhone

Thu, 18 Oct 2018 19:36:45 GMT

Ken Kocienda, former software engineer at Apple and author of the new book Creative Selection discusses Steve Jobs’ unrelenting focus, harsh leadership strategies, and incredible decisiveness. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/creative-selection-ken-kocienda/

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From the Birth of Online Banking, Digital Security Continues to Evolve

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 19:36:50 GMT

Louie Gasparini, Founder and CEO of Covault, explains how his company is working to close digital security gaps through a variety of technological solutions. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/digital-security-louie-gasparini/

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‘The Implications Are Profound for the Entire Financial Industry’

Thu, 11 Oct 2018 20:33:06 GMT

Don Tapscott, founder of the Blockchain Research Institute, discusses the implications of blockchain, the promises of decentralized networks, and how this new technology can change the world. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/blockchain-research-institute-tapscott/

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How a Former Tech Giant Got Back On Its Feet

Thu, 11 Oct 2018 20:32:44 GMT

Risto Siilasmaa, Chair of Nokia’s Board of Directors, explains how Nokia overcame disruption and regained its ability to adapt in an ever-changing technology landscape. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/nokia-risto-siilasmaa/

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To Move Innovations Forward, Sometimes You Need a ‘Translator’

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 18:35:34 GMT

Mir Imran, Chairman and CEO of InCube Labs, discusses his role helping people from various disciplines communicate with each other in the pursuit of scientific progress. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/incube-mir-imran/

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Imagine It Forward: How Companies Can Learn to Embrace Change for the Better

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 18:36:47 GMT

Beth Comstock, former CMO and Vice Chair at GE and author of Imagine It Forward, discusses how large firms can make themselves more adaptable and learn to spot the patterns that signal opportunities for innovation. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/imagine-it-forward-beth-comstock/

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A New Type of Network Aims to Bridge the Gap Between Online and Offline Relationships

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 18:01:52 GMT

Gina Bianchini, CEO and Founder of Mighty Networks, discusses how her company aims to offer an alternative to the social media giants by creating localized, niche networks that create strong relationships between communities and local businesses. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/social-networks-bianchini/

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In Wealth Management, ‘Technology Is Important, but Relationships Trump Technology’

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 18:01:51 GMT

Jack Markwalter, CEO of CIBC private wealth management in the U.S., explains why customer relationships still reign supreme even as technology is rapidly changing the industry. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/wealth-management-jack-markwalter/

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How a Mass-Producer Like Heineken Meets Consumer Demand for Personalization

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:07:51 GMT

Jenna Behrer, Senior Director and Head of Innovation at Heineken USA, discusses how the company is translating strategies from Europe to the very different U.S. beverage market. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/heineken-jenna-behrer/

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‘The Marriage Between Self-serve and Human Interaction Is the Sweet Spot’

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:03:06 GMT

Tim Davis, President of The UPS Store, discusses how the subsidiary combines brick-and-mortar with e-commerce strategies to adapt to the changing retail landscape. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/ups-store-tim-davis/

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Even Chocolate Has to Adapt to the Digital Age

Thu, 06 Sep 2018 20:55:38 GMT

Doug Straton, Chief Digital Commerce Officer at Hershey, explains why even a chocolate maker needs a robust digital strategy to connect with today’s customers. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/hershey-doug-straton/

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A Dynamic Duo: The Case for Combining Artificial Intelligence and Human Creativity

Thu, 06 Sep 2018 20:53:32 GMT

Artificial intelligence expert Angela Zutavern explores machine learning’s potential to enhance innovation efforts by complementing our uniquely human powers of creativity. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/artificial-intelligence-zutavern/

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When Two Brands Compete, It’s Customer Experience that Tips the Scale

Thu, 23 Aug 2018 15:46:51 GMT

Tiffani Bova, Global Customer Growth and Innovation Evangelist at Salesforce and author of “Growth IQ,” discusses the importance of great customer experience in any successful business. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/customer-experience-tiffani-bova/

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How Blockchain Is Bringing the Outdated Global Financial System into the Present

Thu, 23 Aug 2018 15:44:29 GMT

Asheesh Birla, Sr. VP of Product at Ripple, explains why the global financial system operates so inefficiently, and how his company is trying to put blockchain-based solutions in place. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/ripple-asheesh-birla/

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Costovation: When Less is More in Innovation

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 21:05:13 GMT

Stephen Wunker, author of the new book “Costovation,” explains how some companies have found innovation success by simplifying their offerings and bringing costs down for everyone. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/costovation-steve-wunker/

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To Stay Competitive, Theaters Are Revamping the Dinner-and-a-Movie Experience

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 19:28:51 GMT

Hamid Hashemi, Founder and CEO of IPic Entertainment, explains how theaters are finding ways to stay relevant in an era with more entertainment choices than ever. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/movies-hamid-hashemi/

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Reverse Innovation: India May Provide Answers for American Healthcare Woes

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 14:41:15 GMT

Vijay Govidarajan, Coxe Distinguished Professor at Dartmouth College’s Tuck School of Business, discusses recent developments in India’s healthcare system and how the U.S. can learn from them. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/reverse-innovation-vijay-govindarajan/

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How Failing Fast Led to the Perfect Baby Food Solution

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 14:38:07 GMT

Shazi Visram, founder of the premium organic food company Happy Family, discusses the failures her company encountered along the road to success. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/baby-food-shazi-visram/

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How Companies Can ‘Leap’ Ahead of their Competition

Thu, 02 Aug 2018 19:41:38 GMT

Howard Yu, author of “Leap” and Lego Professor of Management and Innovation, discusses what makes a company successful in the long term and how to avoid replication by competitors. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/leap-howard-yu/

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How Microsoft Is Working with Tech Startups to Build Win-Win Relationships

Thu, 02 Aug 2018 19:39:04 GMT

Tereza Nemessanyi (WG’97), Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Microsoft, shares how she works to create mutually beneficial relationships with competing startups. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/microsoft-tereza-nemessanyi/

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Product Integration Is Putting Brands Where Customers Can See Them

Thu, 12 Jul 2018 21:37:00 GMT

Gary Shenk, Founder and Executive Chairman at Branded Entertainment Network (BEN), explains how advertising is evolving in this era of ad-free streaming services. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/product-integration-gary-shenk/

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How IBM Is Scaling Blockchain Solutions for Major U.S. Companies

Thu, 12 Jul 2018 19:52:24 GMT

Alain Neyroud, Principal Blockchain Architect at IBM, discussed the current state of blockchain technology, along with new initiatives that are putting it to work. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/blockchain-alain-neyroud/

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Shining a Light on the Future of Connected Homes

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 08:23:43 GMT

Erik Charlton, CEO of NOON Home and previous Head of Business at Nest, discusses current initiatives to enhance wellness while working toward connected homes of the future. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/connected-homes-erik-charlton/

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Tackling Urban Issues Through Cross-Sector Collaboration

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 08:22:53 GMT

Gabe Klein, co-founder of CityFi, discusses how the company works domestically and abroad to drive changes in transportation, sustainability, healthcare, and other pressing challenges. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/smart-cities-gabe-klein/

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How the 125-Year-Old Reading Terminal Market Keeps the Customer Experience Fresh

Thu, 21 Jun 2018 06:06:02 GMT

Anuj Gupta, General Manager of the Reading Terminal Market, reflects on the Market’s rich history and shares how he is preparing for national and local trends in the food industry. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/anuj-gupta-reading-terminal-market/

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To Embrace Self-Disruption, Blow Up Best Practices

Thu, 14 Jun 2018 07:14:29 GMT

Steve Goldbach, Chief Strategy Officer at Deloitte and author of “Detonate” advised how to break away from organizational inertia to innovate with the times. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/detonate-steve-goldbach/

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Hearing Customers Loud and Clear: A Lesson from Outdoor Audio

Thu, 14 Jun 2018 07:13:06 GMT

Charity Hardwick, President of Soundcast, shared how to survive as a small company and defend a specialized niche in the highly competitive audio industry. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/audio-charity-hardwick/

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‘Markets can Be an Egalitarian Force that Liberates People’

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 19:41:03 GMT

Glen Weyl, author of “Radical Markets,” advocates for an experimental “policy entrepreneurship” approach to fixing the complex social problems that reinforce inequality. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/radical-markets-glen-weyl/

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Using Data Science to Connect Patients with Better Care

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 16:52:19 GMT

Wade Chambers of Grand Rounds discussed how data science can positively influence a patient’s medical outcomes by optimizing services for them. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/healthcare-wade-chambers/

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To Win in Retail, Today’s Brands Need to Give Customers a Voice

Thu, 24 May 2018 20:01:21 GMT

Cecilia Gates, Founder and Creative Director of Gates Creative, discussed how branding strategies in fashion and beauty are evolving to entice millennials and Generation Z. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/fashion-beauty-cecilia-gates/

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Adapting to the Boss You Have, Not the Boss You Wish You Have

Thu, 24 May 2018 18:23:08 GMT

Mary Abbajay, author of “Managing Up,” offers solutions to succeed in your professional life, no matter what kind of manager you have. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/managing-up-mary-abbajay/

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Latin America’s Tech Unicorns Signal a Digital Transformation Ahead

Fri, 18 May 2018 03:03:16 GMT

Mack Institute Senior Fellow Felipe Monteiro discusses factors in the Latin American economy that may accelerate or inhibit the coming technological wave. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/latin-america-felipe-monteiro/

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For This Energy Company, Financial Innovation is Fueling New Momentum

Thu, 17 May 2018 17:03:24 GMT

Thomas Knauff, Founder and CEO of Energy Distribution Partners, describes how the nationally distributed company manages to maintain a “Main Street merchant” operating model. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/thomas-knauff-energy/

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The Best of Both Worlds: Groupon’s Cultural Mix of Startup and Incumbent

Sat, 12 May 2018 18:33:24 GMT

Brian Fields (WG’03), VP and General Manager of Things to Do at Groupon, shared how his company has been able to maintain its agility as it’s grown. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/brian-fields-groupon/

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Employing a Startup Mindset to Help Books Fly off the Shelves

Sat, 12 May 2018 14:55:28 GMT

Brendan Cahill (WG’08) of Penguin Random House Labs, discussed how he finds ways to innovate in the centuries-old publishing industry. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/brendan-cahill-publishing/

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How AI and Human Recommendations Combine to Create the “Pandora for Art”

Fri, 11 May 2018 01:08:57 GMT

Carter Cleveland, CEO & Founder of Artsy, explains how his company streamlines the search for new art by aggregating historical and contemporary works onto one platform. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/artsy-carter-cleveland/

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The Company Getting Hospitals to Break Up with Their Pagers

Thu, 10 May 2018 13:19:35 GMT

Trey Lauderdale, CEO and Founder of clinical communications platform Voalte, shared how the smartphone is finally finding a place in the healthcare industry. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/communication-trey-lauderdale/

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Can Corporate Compliance Be a Strategic Asset?

Thu, 03 May 2018 12:44:00 GMT

Bob Conlin, President & CEO of NAVEX Global, talked about the strategic benefits of embracing a company-wide culture of ethics. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/corporate-compliance-bob-colin/

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Using Data to Achieve A Powerful Brand

Thu, 03 May 2018 05:46:44 GMT

Allen Adamson, author of “Shift Ahead,” shares how to create a powerful brand to stay relevant to consumers whose attention is continually divided. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/brand-allen-adamson/

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In Health Care, Connecting the Data Sends Quality Up and Costs Down

Thu, 26 Apr 2018 17:18:45 GMT

Sheila Talton, President & CEO of Gray Matter Analytics, explains how to address inefficiencies that drive up costs in the U.S. healthcare system. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/health-data-sheila-talton/

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Digitizing the Banking Sector Takes a Step-by-Step Approach

Thu, 26 Apr 2018 14:41:32 GMT

Nathan Snell, Chief Innovation Officer at nCino, discusses how his team works to phase financial institutions into digitization. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/banking-nathan-snell/

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"In the SaaS World You're Constantly Connecting with Your Customers"

Mon, 16 Apr 2018 17:40:48 GMT

Russ Fradin (W'97) and Steve Heyman (W'98, E'98), co-founders of Dynamic Signal, describe the process of growing their software as a service company. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/saas-fradin-heyman/

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“HR Should Have a Seat at the Table Strategically”

Thu, 12 Apr 2018 17:42:19 GMT

Dennis Carey (Vice Chairman, Korn Ferry) discusses his new book, “Talent Wins: The New Playbook for Putting People First,” about the key strategic role he believes human resources can play. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/hr-dennis-carey/

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Biomedical Innovation Takes a Lot of Cooperation – and a Little Serendipity

Thu, 05 Apr 2018 15:37:13 GMT

The most fundamental discoveries often occur when an experiment doesn’t turn out as planned. Authors Lawton R. Burns, Mark Pauly, and Philip Rea discuss the element of serendipity in the life sciences. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/life-sciences-burns-pauly-rea/

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How Comcast’s LIFT Labs Accelerator Identifies Founders Who’ll Go Far

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 18:47:42 GMT

Danielle Cohn and Maya Baratz of Comcast discuss how the company identifies founding teams that are a good fit for potential partnership or acquisition. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/lift-labs-cohn-baratz/

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Walking the Walk of Diversity and Inclusion

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 18:46:04 GMT

Malik Majeed, President and CEO of PRWT Services, explains how diversity within an organization can cultivate innovation. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/diversity-malik-majeed/

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This Firm is Expanding the Menu for Retail Investors

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 15:03:43 GMT

Mike Gerber (C’95) of FS Investments discusses how listening to the market is a critical source of innovation for firms in the finance sector. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/investment-mike-gerber/

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How Individual Quirks Can Become Innovation Assets

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 15:00:26 GMT

Melissa Schilling, Professor at NYU Stern, discusses what we can learn from famously eccentric thinkers about encouraging innovation within organizations. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/quirky-melissa-schilling/

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Five Types of Agility for Navigating Change

Thu, 15 Mar 2018 17:23:30 GMT

Baba Prasad (WG’97), President & CEO of Vivékin Group, discusses how organizations can foster the agility needed to remain innovative in periods of turmoil. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/agility-baba-prasad/

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When an Innovation Ecosystem Makes Partners out of Competitors

Thu, 15 Mar 2018 16:51:38 GMT

Bob Muglia, CEO of cloud data services firm Snowflake Computing, discusses why wise companies know better than to go it alone. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/cloud-data-with-bob-muglia/

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Individuals Adapt to New Technologies Quickly. HR Needs to Catch Up.

Thu, 08 Mar 2018 20:47:09 GMT

Erica Volini, U.S. Human Capital Leader at Deloitte, discusses the organizational pressures digital technologies are putting on firms across sectors. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/human-capital-erica-volini/

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How New Entrants Are Changing the Rules in Aerospace

Thu, 08 Mar 2018 18:43:17 GMT

Ellen Chang (C’88, WG’98), co-founder of LightSpeed Innovations, discusses how entrepreneurs with an appetite for risk are redefining innovation in aerospace. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/aerospace-ellen-chang/

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Fast Company’s Bill Taylor Details the Four Types of Innovation Leaders

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 19:32:05 GMT

Bestselling author Bill Taylor warns that experienced leaders sometimes let their expertise cloud their perception of new possibilities and threats. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/leaders-innovation-bill-taylor/

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Thanks to Digitization, This Company Can Deliver Home Services Before They’re Needed

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 18:23:07 GMT

Jamie Smith (CIO and SVP of ServiceMaster) shares how even a long-established industry like home services is innovating and digitalizing. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/home-services-jamie-smith/

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A Healthcare Economics Solution that has Asthma Patients Breathing More Easily

Thu, 22 Feb 2018 18:59:07 GMT

Arik Anderson, CEO of Adherium, explains how better quality of life and better healthcare economics go hand in hand. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/healthcare-economics-arik-anderson/

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“There’s no Better Time to Be in Retailing than Now”

Thu, 22 Feb 2018 18:19:47 GMT

Venky Shankar (Texas A&M University) discusses the challenges of retail in an era when customers expect a seamless 360-degree experience. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/omni-channel-retail-venky-shankar/

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2018 Y-Prize Winners Reveal Their Secrets to Successful Teamwork

Thu, 15 Feb 2018 20:13:07 GMT

Michael Lee and Henry Zhou of Cellview Sciences share how they balanced their team’s expertise in business and science to win Penn’s 2018 Y-Prize Competition. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/2018-y-prize-winners/

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“The Conversation We’ve Been Having On Gender Equality Isn’t Working”

Thu, 01 Feb 2018 19:36:45 GMT

Instead of bias training or efforts that focus on “fixing women,” Mack Institute Sr. Fellow Sarah Kaplan argues for treating the problem of gender inequality like an innovation challenge. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/diversity-sarah-kaplan/

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Open Innovation Is Driving a Cultural Shift at Ford

Thu, 01 Feb 2018 18:59:14 GMT

Dr. Venkatesh Prasad, Ford’s “What’s Next” guy, describes how Ford is taking on new trends like autonomous cars, new energy sources, and shared ridership. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/auto-industry-venkatesh-prasad/

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When to Incubate, When to Scale? How Samsung Pinpoints the Right Moment

Thu, 25 Jan 2018 22:30:32 GMT

Nana Murugesan (WG’09), VP at Samsung Electronics, discusses how he can tell when it’s time to take an innovative leap. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/samsung-nana-murugesan/

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How J&J Uses Consumer Data to Enhance the Customer Experience

Thu, 25 Jan 2018 19:38:19 GMT

Robert Boland (WG’13) explains how J&J applies external and internal data to build lasting connections with patients. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/consumer-data-robert-boland/

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How Large Organizations Can Spur Entrepreneurial Change from Within

Thu, 18 Jan 2018 18:13:00 GMT

Carl Schramm of Syracuse University and the Kauffman Foundation discusses what organizations can do to keep their entrepreneurial employees around. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/entrepreneurship-carl-schramm/

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Navigating Digital Disruption: How to Thrive Through Innovation Management

Mon, 01 Jan 2018 21:01:44 GMT

Surviving disruption from digital acceleration requires continuous innovation. Download our white paper to learn how. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/digital-disruption/

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Terry Fadem Unpacks His Innovation Toolbox

Thu, 21 Dec 2017 18:34:31 GMT

We ask our guest Terry Fadem, Senior Fellow at the Mack Institute, about his varied experiences accelerating growth in both the academic and corporate worlds. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2017/innovation-management-terry-fadem/

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To Master Innovation in the Tech Sector, Companies Must Nail the Cultural Fit

Thu, 14 Dec 2017 21:00:26 GMT

The global technology sector is constantly changing as new players enter the industry and legacy ones adapt. We asked Sid Kumar (WG’09) how CA Technologies, a global enterprise software company, has navigated digital transformation over the past 40 years. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2017/technology-sector-sid-kumar/

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