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Innovation Answered
The Podcast for Corporate Innovators
Innovation at large, established companies is hard. So we made a podcast to help you overcome obstacles and create change at your organization.
Welcome to Innovation Answered, the podcast for corporate innovators. In each episode, we explore one major roadblock to change at large organizations. We gather advice from experts — academics, reporters, our strategic partners, and innovation executives like you — to help you move your industry forward. Join your host, Kaitlin Milliken, for a new episode every Tuesday morning.
If you want to suggest a topic for this podcast or send feedback, email kaitlin@innovationleader.com.
Innovation Answered, Bonus Episodes
Inside the Mind of Bob Metcalfe
Bob Metcalfe shares his experiences as a founder at 3Com, the company culture that allowed him to invent Ethernet, and why big companies should work with startups.
At Experian, Data is an Innovator’s Best Friend
Take a deep dive into the world of data and how Experian’s DataLabs spread innovative data solutions across the company. Listen to the full episode or read the transcript…
The State of Innovation 2019
What are corporate innovators thinking about in 2019? We sat down with Professor Gary Pisano of Harvard Business School and Innovation Leader’s Scott Kirsner to find out.
TGI Fridays and AI? The Chains’s Chief Experience Officer Explains
Casual dining faces a tough landscape. So how are restaurants keeping up? We talked to Sherif Mityas, the Chief Experience Officer of TGI Fridays, to find out how AI can help.
Lyft, Tesla & the Future of Mobility
What will the future of mobility look like? We talked to Jon McNeill, COO of Lyft, about what consumers can expect moving forward. Jon also discussed his experience at Tesla.
Sports iLab’s Angela Ruggiero on Sports and Technology
Angela Ruggiero, CEO of the Sports Innovation Lab in Boston, talks about how technology can help teams avoid disruption and keep a close relationship with fans.
Former Pirelli Exec on Digital Transformation as a Team Sport
Former Chief Innovation Officer Marcelo De Santis calls digital transformation is a "team sport" that requires buy-in. Get advice from De Santis in this podcast...
Innovation Answered, Season 2
Remaking R&D at the Kellogg Company
How is Kellogg reimagining their business through R&D? We sat down with SVP of Global Research and Development Nigel Hughes to find out.
Innovators vs. the Rulebook. Who Wins?
How do you get innovation wins in a highly regulated industry? Mohan Nair of Cambia Health, Steve Faktor of the McFuture Podcast, and Ludwig Melik of Planbox share…
Bringing Star Wars to Life at Lucasfilm’s ILMxLAB
What will the entertainment of the future look like? We sat down with Vicki Dobbs Beck of Lucasfilm’s Lucasfilm’s immersive entertainment ILMxLAB to find out.
Playing In the Startup Sandbox
Should big companies even try to plug in to the startup ecosystem?” We talk with Arvind Purushotham, the Head of Venture Investing at Citi Ventures, and others to find out.
Can the Retail Industry Stay Relevant?
Can the retail industry stay relevant with today’s consumers? We went to New York City for NRF’s Big Show to find out. Guests work at Footlocker and Retail Minded.
Inside the Mind of Clay Christensen
How do Clay Christensen’s ideas apply in 2019? Innovation Leader’s Scott Kirsner discusses his coverage of Christensen. Clips from interviews with Christensen are played throughout.
Innovation Answered, Season 1
Startup Culture in Big Companies
Can big companies behave like startups and capture their culture? To find out, we interviewed Steve Blank, a key player in the lean startup movement. This episode also features insights from Lyft COO Jon McNeill.
Innovating the World of Sports
What’s disrupting the world of sports, and how are teams adapting? To find out, we talked with Angela Ruggiero of the Sports Innovation Lab, and Jack Elkins of the Orlando Magic.
Moving Fast...Full Speed Ahead!
Can a big, slow company really move fast? And is faster necessarily better? To find out, we talked to Rachael Schwartz, formerly of Keurig. This episode also features Trip Advisor CEO Steve Kaufer.
What's Digital Transformation, Anyway?
What’s the right strategy for making digital transformation? To find out, we interviewed Patrick Bass, the CEO at thyssenkrupp North America, and Marcelo De Santis, formely of Mondelez International and Pirelli.
(Better) Business Model Innovation
Can changing your business model make your company an innovation powerhouse? We sit down with Rick Paster of Walmart Global eCommerce and Mark Johnson of Innosight to find out.
The Ex-Files
What is it really like to head innovation at a large company? We talked to former innovation executives from Nike and Manulife John Hancock to find out — warts and all.
Those Darned Millennials
Are millennials really killing established brands? We sat down with Nondini Naqui, a millennial engagement consultant and former CEO of Society of Grownups, to find out.
The Innovation Survival Guide
What kills innovation initiatives at large companies? And what can you do to survive? To find out we talked to Innovation Leader’s Editor Scott Kirsner and Assistant Editor Kelsey Alpaio.
