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Are there more innovators in large corporates vs. startups?
Are there more innovators in large corporates vs. startups?
A great question. It was certainly humble of Steve Blank to highlight the rate of "innovation theater" he has observed…
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Re-imagining B2B Marketing with Sales in the "New Normal"
Re-imagining B2B Marketing with Sales in the "New Normal"
"People buying from people" is not a dividing line between sales, marketing, and branding. It’s the rallying call for…
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Lessons from building a strategy for a digital age.
Lessons from building a strategy for a digital age.
As I reflect on the last 10 months, I have had the privilege of working with an amazing cross-generation of leaders…
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What are the best ways to validate your business idea without a prototype?
It's crucial not only to step into your customers' shoes but to remain there long enough to fully empathize with their situation. This deeper level of understanding uncovers the significance of the solution you're proposing. By staying immersed in the customer experience, you can grasp the nuances of their pain points and aspirations, allowing you to tailor your solution more effectively. Tools such as empathy maps linked to key moments that matter of your ideal customer journey are useful frames to help stay immersed long enough.
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Artificial intelligence is changing how humans and machines work together. But most organizations still focus on the technical aspect of AI…
Artificial intelligence is changing how humans and machines work together. But most organizations still focus on the technical aspect of AI…
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14 years ago, I flipped a figurative coin and joined Google. Started out optimizing Adwords campaigns and building out keyword lists in excel - and…
14 years ago, I flipped a figurative coin and joined Google. Started out optimizing Adwords campaigns and building out keyword lists in excel - and…
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We are entering a new reality — one in which AI can reason and solve problems in remarkable ways. This intelligence on tap will rewrite the rules of…
We are entering a new reality — one in which AI can reason and solve problems in remarkable ways. This intelligence on tap will rewrite the rules of…
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Business Mentor
DAV (Disabled American Veterans)
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DAV is a nonprofit charity that provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations and their families, helping more than 1 million veterans in positive, life-changing ways each year. Last year, the organization provided more than 163,000 rides to veterans attending medical appointments and assisted in filing over 151,000 claims for benefits. In 2021, DAV-represented veterans received more than $25 billion in earned benefits. DAV’s services are offered at no cost to all generations…
DAV is a nonprofit charity that provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations and their families, helping more than 1 million veterans in positive, life-changing ways each year. Last year, the organization provided more than 163,000 rides to veterans attending medical appointments and assisted in filing over 151,000 claims for benefits. In 2021, DAV-represented veterans received more than $25 billion in earned benefits. DAV’s services are offered at no cost to all generations of veterans, their families and survivors.
Invited as a business mentor for its recently acquired Patriot Boot Camp entity which helps veterans, military members and spouses become creators, innovators and entrepreneurs. It has provided in-person and virtual boot camp programs for more than 1,000 entrepreneurs since its founding. Its alumni have raised more than $150 million in venture capital and employ over 1,900 individuals.
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Getting More - Negotiation with Stuart Diamond
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English
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Oneworld Alliance
Digital Board Member
-The Oneworld alliance brings together 13 world-class airlines to deliver a superior, seamless travel experience & special privileges for frequent flyers.
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Proficeo
Resident Coach
-Proficeo designs programs for high growth ventures who are ready to scale. It is the largest coaching platform in Southeast Asia which has successfully raised US$150M in investments for their founders and catalyzed US$1B in revenue as a result of their enrichment programs. Coached over 40 founders across financial technology, property, travel & hospitality, logistics and digital marketing services.
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1337 Ventures
Coach in Residence / Design Thinking, Innovation Program Strategy and Design
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OYA Graduate School of Business (University Utara Malaysia)
Adjunct Faculty - Design Thinking & Agile
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Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (Mdec)
Product Commercialisation Fund - Assessment Committee Member
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Climate tech is a massive opportunity, but timing and strategy make all the difference. Our latest research breaks down how incumbents can win—by…
Climate tech is a massive opportunity, but timing and strategy make all the difference. Our latest research breaks down how incumbents can win—by…
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Winning in today’s market often comes down to how well companies can build and deliver their own software. In fact, nearly 70% of top-performing…
Winning in today’s market often comes down to how well companies can build and deliver their own software. In fact, nearly 70% of top-performing…
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🚀 #AI’s next frontier isn’t just technological, it’s organizational. A question I increasingly get from senior leaders is: When/how will GenAI…
🚀 #AI’s next frontier isn’t just technological, it’s organizational. A question I increasingly get from senior leaders is: When/how will GenAI…
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🚀 AI isn’t just a future concept — it’s shaping decisions today. I had the pleasure of joining Imran Mian on the Behind the Growth podcast by…
🚀 AI isn’t just a future concept — it’s shaping decisions today. I had the pleasure of joining Imran Mian on the Behind the Growth podcast by…
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After 5 ½ incredible years, it's time for a new chapter in my career. It's hard to put into words just how grateful I am for the journey I've had…
After 5 ½ incredible years, it's time for a new chapter in my career. It's hard to put into words just how grateful I am for the journey I've had…
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The invention of the camera had an unexpected effect on art. In the 1800s, painting was dominated by Realism, a movement committed to capturing the…
The invention of the camera had an unexpected effect on art. In the 1800s, painting was dominated by Realism, a movement committed to capturing the…
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We tend to blame ourselves when we experience a setback. What if we, instead, responded how we would to a friend in the same situation?
We tend to blame ourselves when we experience a setback. What if we, instead, responded how we would to a friend in the same situation?
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▶️From Digital to Cognitive: Building an AI-Ready Bank Just wrapped up facilitating an amazing 3-days strategy workshop in Kingston, Jamaica…
▶️From Digital to Cognitive: Building an AI-Ready Bank Just wrapped up facilitating an amazing 3-days strategy workshop in Kingston, Jamaica…
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Investors are navigating a tightrope due to macroeconomic headwinds like persistent inflation, tight interest rates, and evolving trade and…
Investors are navigating a tightrope due to macroeconomic headwinds like persistent inflation, tight interest rates, and evolving trade and…
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