All articles by Alicia Kelso

Article Humana’s Chief Innovation Officer: ‘Co-Creation is the New Way’
February 9, 2016 | By Alicia Kelso
Chris Kay of Humana discusses how the insurer is collaborating and co-creating with startups, and outlines his process for going from ideation to market.
Article How Science & Trends Drive Innovation at Nestlé Purina
June 6, 2016 | By Alicia Kelso
Dan Smith of Purina offered InnoLead a look at how the pet food giant created a hit new product, and how human eating and shopping trends impact its business.
Article Mondelez Shares Approach to Pilot Testing With Startups
September 14, 2015 | By Alicia Kelso
Kim Yansen of Mondelez discusses the company’s Shopper Futures program; the risks when working with startups; and how consumer habits force companies to be nimble…
Article How Grocer Ahold Experiments with Smaller Stores
October 26, 2015 | By Alicia Kelso
A new small-format grocery store from $36 billion Ahold that is integrated into a neighborhood streetscape may be the key to attracting a young, urban shopper…
Article Weight Watchers on Changing a Relationship-Based Business
December 7, 2015 | By Alicia Kelso
Global VP of Innovation Dondeena Bradley talks about driving multiple new initiatives aimed at transforming Weight Watchers into a holistic, community-driven company.