Your weekly hit of insights and actionable strategies for innovation-minded professionals... that just want to get shit done. Managing the backlog of ideas and challenges within the company can be daunting. Figuring out which issues to address first can be paralyzing. Brought to you by Brightidea and our premiere community for innovators, this is the Synthesize Pod. A podcast committed to helping visionaries like you drive change and innovation through practical, real-world examples.
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“The BOF is not a sales event. It is a decidedly peer-to-peer conversation. We gather as intellectually curious observers. Our focus is not self-interest, personal or corporate agendas, but explicitly “progress in the field of innovation”. In understanding it’s underlying structure, patterns and idiosyncrasies. While we will stay informed on the latest developments in academia, we approach the subject as practitioners in applying this new knowledge to real world situations.” Matt Greeley, Fo ...
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Ep. 1.11: Stand-Out Innovators from Season 1
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"Innovation isn't just a process; it's a culture." In our season finale, hosts Matt Greeley and Margaret Kelsey get to the heart of innovation by revisiting the standout moments from season one of "Just Say Hackathon." They explored how companies like Amtrak, Rocket Mortgage, and Dell Technologies foster innovation in their organizations. You'll he…
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Ep 1.10: BlackRock’s Hackathon Evolution with Kfir Godrich
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"Invest in new technology well before mass adoption—it's the key to staying ahead," - Kfir Godrich. Kfir Godrich is a pioneer in technological innovation and a leader at BlackRock, where he drives groundbreaking advancements in AI and containerization. With a background that spans C4ISR environments, data centers, and transformative roles at compan…
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Ep. 1.9: How 3M is Using Hackathons for Fast Innovation with Elizabeth Bright
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"Perseverance in innovation is about embracing the process, not just the success." - Elizabeth Bright. Elizabeth Bright is a leader in sustainable materials and innovative adhesive technologies at 3M. With a portfolio that spans product development, ethnographic research, and front-end innovation, Elizabeth sits down with hosts Margaret Kelsey and …
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Ep. 1.8: Planning and Executing Your Next Hackathon with Veronika Vacek and Matt Arnold
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"Creating a sense of purpose and commitment through events like Hackathons can transform the way we view our work and connections." - Veronika Vacek Veronika Vacek and Matt Arnold are leaders in the innovation space for Brightidea. Veronika, with her rich background at a Fortune 500 financial services firm, and Matt, an expert with a diverse career…
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Ep. 1.7: Breaking Down Barriers and Building Collaborative Genius at Dell with Karina Kudinova
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"Innovation isn't just about having great ideas—it's about creating the right environment for those ideas to thrive." - Karina Kudinova Karina Kudinova is a leading innovation strategist at Dell Technologies, where she plays a role in shaping and driving creative solutions across international teams. With a background in managing cross-functional p…
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Ep. 1.6: Sparking Innovation in a Disengaged Workforce with Katlin Arps
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"How do you spark innovation in a disengaged workforce and navigate through economic turbulence? The answer lies in the unfiltered joy and exhilaration of Hackathons," - Katlin Arps. Katlin Arps is the Vice President of Product for Brightidea, where she is known for her extensive experience in product management across various industries, from heal…
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Ep. 1.5: How Amtrak's Hackathons Drive Timely and Transformative Ideas with Giovanna Martosella
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"Innovation is not just about technology; it can involve changes in services, design, and foresight." - Giovanna Martosella Giovanna Martosella is a Senior Program Manager on the innovation team at Amtrak. She sits down with hosts Matt Greeley and Margaret Kelsey to share her experiences with technology and innovation across different countries and…
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Ep. 1.4: Defining Goals in Innovation Through Hackathons with Everett Hagan & Ben Wasson, SS&C Advent
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"Understanding the goals of an initiative before diving into the process is crucial for true innovation,"- Ben Wasson. Ben Wasson and Everett Hagan serve as innovation leaders at SS&C Advent, a global company in the wealth and asset management market. They sit down with hosts Matt Greeley and Margaret Kelsey to discuss the role of clearly defining …
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Ep. 1.3: Transforming Work Culture through Hackathons and Creativity with Jordan LaFramboise, RKT Holdings
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"Innovation isn't just a buzzword; it's a continual process that thrives in an environment of trust, inclusivity, and unstructured time," - Jordan LaFramboise. Jordan LaFramboise is the Director of Innovation Programs at RKT Holdings. He sits down with hosts Matt Greeley and Margaret Kelsey to share his insights into creating a culture that support…
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Ep. 1.2: Continuous Innovation Through Hackathons with Pritesh Kasliwal, Lookout
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"Continuous innovation isn't a one-time event; it needs to be woven into the very fabric of your team,"- Pritesh Kasliwal. Pritesh Kasliwal serves as the Director of Innovation and Patents at Lookout, a leading cloud security company, and feels that innovation can’t be a checkbox on a to-do list. He sits down with hosts Matt Greeley and Margaret Ke…
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"At the end of the day, it's not about fearing failure; it's about fearing disruption and embracing innovation." Welcome to the first episode of The Synthesize Pod, where we introduce you to innovation junkies and hosts Matt Greeley, CEO of Brightidea, and Margaret Kelsey, Advisor to innovative startups. Together, they set up what you can expect th…
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Your weekly hit of insights and actionable strategies for innovation-minded professionals... that just want to get shit done. Managing the backlog of ideas and challenges within the company can be daunting. Figuring out which issues to address first can be paralyzing. Brought to you by Brightidea and our premiere community for innovators, this is t…
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Brightidea's Birds of a Feather (BOF) Innovation Leaders event drew an impressive group of elite innovation practitioners to Motorola Solutions headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois. Attendees hailed from top global companies including Pepsico, Sara Lee, Humana, Whirlpool Corporation, Farm Credit Services of America and more.…
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