by Bamboo Crowd
Welcome to Faces of Innovation!<br /><br />This podcast is dedicated to speaking to leaders across the innovation ecosystem, from Venture Builders to Chief Innovation Officers.<br /><br />Faces of Innovation is hosted by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelgordonma/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rachel Gordon</a>. Rachel is a growth and innovation advisor to ambitious industry leaders in consumer packaged goods and pharmaceuticals. In her 20-year career, she's led innovation initiatives across Europe and North America in-house and as a consultant.<br /><br />Today, she helps clients create internal structures for successful long-term innovation, enabling them to uncover market opportunities, build innovation capability and position themselves for large-scale growth. Rachel’s experience includes work with: ABInBev, AstraZeneca, Danone, General Mills, Harley-Davidson, PepsiCo and Virgin.
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April 17, 2025
In this conversation, Robin Bolton discusses the challenges and strategies of corporate innovation, emphasizing the importance of leadership, the need for a structured approach, and the significance of understanding the growth gap. She introduces the concept of the Innovation ABCs, which focuses on architecture, leadership behaviors, and culture, and highlights the necessity of executive sponsors in fostering innovation within organizations. <br />The speakers delve into the intricacies of innovation within organizations, emphasizing the importance of executive sponsorship, team dynamics, and the critical role of people over processes. They discuss how effective leadership can protect and empower innovation teams, the necessity of psychological safety, and the value of shared values in fostering collaboration. <br /><br />The conversation also highlights the significance of quick wins and organizational clarity in driving innovation, ultimately leading to a legacy of impactful behaviors within the company.<br /><br /><b>Chapters:</b><br />00:00 The Reality of Corporate Innovation<br />02:49 Understanding Leadership in Innovation<br />05:52 The Structure of Innovation Leadership<br />09:00 The Three-Year Innovation Strategy<br />11:51 The Innovation ABCs<br />14:56 Defining the Playground for Innovation<br />17:53 Measuring Innovation Success<br />21:03 Decision-Making in Innovation<br />23:53 The Role of Executive Sponsors<br />27:46 The Role of Executive Sponsors in Innovation<br />30:44 People Over Process: The Heart of Innovation<br />34:18 Team Dynamics: Building a Unified Vision<br />37:12 The Importance of Psychological Safety<br />40:45 Invisible Leadership: Protecting the Innovation Team<br />44:21 Quick Wins and Organizational Clarity<br />49:24 Leaving a Legacy: Innovation Behaviors that Matter<br /><br />Find Robyn here: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynmbolton/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynmbolton/</a> <br />Check out Robyn’s book, Unlocking Innovation: <a href="https://www.milezero.io/book/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.milezero.io/book/</a> <br /><br />Follow us:<br /><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bamboo-crowd/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LinkedIn</a><br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5NVE9AhSS5LGb6iepeZW3o" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Spotify</a><br /><br />To learn more about BTG: <a href="https://bambootalent.group/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://bambootalent.group/</a> <br /><br />About The Faces of Innovation: This podcast is dedicated to speaking to leaders across the innovation ecosystem, from Venture Builders to Chief Innovation Officers.
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November 6, 2024
"It's not about the technology, it's about the way it's used."<br /><br />Today we’re excited to be speaking to Geoff Gibbins, an expert practitioner in growth strategy and innovation. Geoff leads the Americas region at BOI, the global leader in Autonomous Innovation. <br /><br />In this Episode of Faces Of Innovation, Rachel Gordon and Geoff Gibbins discuss the concept of autonomous innovation, its implications for corporate innovation, and the transformative role of generative AI. They explore the current state of innovation in various industries, the challenges companies face with data collection, and the misconceptions surrounding generative AI. The discussion also covers the need for companies to rethink their operating models, the importance of understanding AI, and predictions for the future of work in an AI-driven world. <br /><br />Key Takeaways <br /><ul><li>Autonomous innovation allows for outcomes previously deemed impossible.</li><li>Generative AI is most valuable in complex scenarios.</li><li>Companies can still engage with data collection effectively.</li><li>Understanding the breadth of data sources is crucial.</li><li>Generative AI can create new job opportunities, not just eliminate them.</li><li>Misconceptions about generative AI stem from outdated experiences.</li><li>AI will integrate seamlessly into business processes in the future.</li><li>Companies need to focus on strategy before technology implementation.</li><li>AI fluency will be essential for future job roles.</li><li>The future of work will see shifts in job types and industries affected by AI.</li></ul><br />Connect with Geoff on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffgibbins/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LinkedIn.</a><br /> <br />Follow us: <br /><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bamboo-crowd/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LinkedIn</a><br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5NVE9AhSS5LGb6iepeZW3o" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Spotify</a><br />To learn more about Bamboo Crowd, check us out here: <a href="https://www.bamboocrowd.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.bamboocrowd.com/</a> <br /> <br />About The Faces of Innovation: This podcast is dedicated to speaking to leaders across the innovation ecosystem, from Venture Builders to Chief Innovation Officers.
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