Join us this week for a conversation with Shanil Ebrahim, Partner and National Life Sciences & Healthcare Consulting Leader at Deloitte Canada! We challenge the common misconception that innovation requires constant efficiency. Shanil shares why some "wasted work" is inevitable, and even essential, for groundbreaking ideas. ------------------------------------------------------------ Episode Guide: 0:00 - Intro 0:42 - What is Innovation? 2:20 - Technology in Innovation 3:55 - Innovation: Solving Problems 4:51 - Not (inherently) efficient 7:12 - Innovation, Efficiency, and Problem-Solving 1 ..read more

This conversation with Collin Graves, CEO of North Labs, revolves around simplifying complex processes, removing technical debt, and streamlining workflows to increase efficiency and productivity. Jared and Collin also discuss the challenges of managing technical debt in complex systems and the importance of a slow and steady approach to AI adoption. ------------------------------------------------------------ Episode Guide: 0:00 - Intro 0:43 - What is Innovation? 2:28 - Impact of Simplification in Tech 5:23 - Consequences of Adding Complexity 9:47 - What is Technical Debt? 11:12 - Technical D ..read more

Host Jared Simmons talks with Tatsuya Nakagawa, Co-Founder and CEO of Castagra Products. Tatsuya offers a unique take: "For me, innovation is value creation towards some sort of goal or aim." This reflection springs from the story of his junior high school decision about whether to alter his name to overcome social barriers, highlighting how innovation is woven into the human experience. ------------------------------------------------------------ Tatsuya Nakagawa is the Co-Founder and CEO of Castagra Products, a sustainable roof coating manufacturing company. Castagra's Ecodur Roof Coating wa ..read more

Join us on "What is Innovation?" where Jared Simmons discusses what it takes to generate game-changing ideas with Dr. Craig Detweiler, President of Wedgwood Circle and Dean of the College of Arts and Media at Grand Canyon University. Dr. Detweiler shares his insights on innovation: "Innovation is all about changing the game. It shifts the paradigm in ideas, culture, and products, introducing something we haven't seen before." ------------------------------------------------------------ Dr Craig Detweiler is the president and CEO of Wedgwood Circle, a philanthropic investment collective fu ..read more

In this episode, Jared chats with Louis Gump, author of "The Inside Innovator: A Practical Guide to Intrapreneurship." In addition to intrapreneurship, they discuss the evolution of innovation, emphasizing the importance of recognizing past achievements and learning from them to inform modern technologies like AI, LLM, and GPTs. ------------------------------------------------------------ Episode Guide: 0:00 - Intro 0:50 - What is Innovation? 2:46 - The past, future, and innovation 5:18 - Cycles and positive results between innovations 7:36 - Intrapreneurship vs Entrepreneurship 10:28 - Intrap ..read more

Nick Jain, CEO of IdeaScale, joins Jared this week to discuss innovation as a process, including how to cultivate a dynamic culture that fosters continuous improvement and the development of new methodologies. ------------------------------------------------------------ Episode Guide: 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - What is Innovation? 1:34 - Generative AI and Large Language Models 3:55 - Breaking down 'Organic Process' 6:00 - Innovation of GPS 7:55 - Innovation, Risk Management and Incentives, and the Importance of Failure 9:27 - Framing Perspectives on Success 11:33 - Time horizons and process ..read more

Innovations that deliver true value to customers are novel and sustainable. This week, Jared is joined by Hunter Hastings, a thought leader blending economics, marketing, and innovation. Hunter defines innovation as "the creation of new economic value for an end user with a viable business proposition." They discuss the subjective nature of value, emphasizing the emotional and intangible aspects that resonate with customers.  ------------------------------------------------------------ Episode Guide: 0:00 - Intro 0:59 - What is Innovation? 2:53 - New and Sustainable vs Unsustainable newne ..read more

?️ Join "What is Innovation?" this week with Anton Skornyakov, a Certified Scrum Trainer and Managing Director of Agile.Coach. Explore how innovation can serve as a systemic solution to complex problems across industries. Anton delves into the layers of innovation, problem-solving, and how 'Agile' methodologies can transform government and business challenges. Discover the impact of storytelling and the perfect solution-situation fit, along with insights from Dave Snowden's Cynefin framework. How can 'Agile' drive revolutionary problem-solving? Tune in ..read more

Dive into the world of innovation with Kevin Bailey, a celebrated product designer and expert in hardware market launches. With over three decades of industry leadership, Kevin has empowered over 1,000 entrepreneurs and global firms to transform ideas into tangible, successful products. His approach? Fusing individual talents in a dynamic team to craft uniquely valuable products. Join us in this compelling discussion and share your views: Which is key to innovation success—deep thought, teamwork, or focused opportunity? ------------------------------------------------------------ A passionate ..read more

?️ Join "What is Innovation?" where host Jared Simmons speaks with marketing expert Reggie James, founder of Digital Clarity. Reggie explores how AI, analytics, and innovative branding redefine digital marketing. He asserts, "Innovation is crafting ideas that deliver value." Learn why innovation strategy is essential for thriving in today's market. ------------------------------------------------------------ Reggie James is a distinguished expert in marketing and digital strategy, renowned for driving transformative results for organizations. With over three decades of experience, Reggie has w ..read more