#30 Innovation You Can Join: The iMasons 2026 System

In this episode, Romain Tranchant, Chair of the iMasons Innovation Committee, reveals how innovation will operate at iMasons in 2026: as a structured, predictable, and participative system. You’ll hear how the committee has moved to a 12-month operating model, introduced working groups, expanded global timezone coverage, and created clearer pathways for members, partners, and innovators to get involved.  The episode features two fireside chats that anchor both vision and execution.  First, Cyre Quinones, CEO of iMasons, shares her perspective on the unique position iMasons holds in the digital infrastructure industry. She explains what makes the community credible, why innovation at iMasons is different from traditional industry approaches, and where she sees the greatest opportunity for iMasons to create influence and value.  Then, Rudolf Gordon-Seymour, EMEA Regional Director, brings the regional and operational perspective. He explores how this vision translates into real engagement on the ground, how members and partners can activate locally, and why the Innovation Committee model creates momentum that goes beyond individual events or initiatives.  Together, these conversations show how iMasons connects leadership vision with practical execution. From working groups and open meetings, to thought leadership sessions, the startup incubator, and pitch competitions, this episode makes it clear how innovation is no longer something to observe, but something to step into.  By the end of the episode, you’ll understand:  How innovation at iMasons is structured in 2026  Why leadership is fully behind this model  How global vision connects with regional action  Exactly where and how you can get involved  Innovation at iMasons is now a system. This episode shows you how to use it.  🔗Engage with the Innovation Committee All the ways to get involved are available in one place:  working groups, open meetings, thought leadership, the startup incubator, pitch competitions, and content.  *** Access the Engagement Hub here:  👉 https://forms.gle/nPuU8rq8N8Cq8UhTA  This is your single entry point to participate in iMasons Innovation.  ***  Guests:   Cyre Quinones, CEO of iMasons  Rudolf Gordon-Seymour, EMEA Regional Director of iMasons  Moderator: Romain Tranchant, iMasons Innovation Committee Chair  *** Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) is a global, non-profit, professional association of individuals connected and empowered to build a greater digital future for all.  #iMasons #InfrastructureMasons #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership