The Power of Global Innovation and Cross-Cultural Leadership with Gigi Wang

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, host Ian Bergman welcomes Gigi Wang, an entrepreneur, corporate innovation expert, and industry fellow at UC Berkeley. Gigi shares her incredible journey from Taiwan to Silicon Valley, discussing her engineering career, entrepreneurship lessons, and the cross-cultural leadership insights she’s gained. Drawing from her experience working across the U.S., Asia, and beyond, Gigi explores the universal challenges and opportunities in corporate innovation, particularly when merging corporate structures with the agility of startups. Tune in to learn how innovation is not just about new technologies but about addressing future needs, how companies can foster a culture that supports risk-taking, and how leaders can assess whether they’re truly embracing innovation. Gigi also highlights the importance of personalized healthcare the unintended consequences of technology and offers actionable advice for building trust and collaboration between corporates and startups. Whether you're an executive or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with practical takeaways on growth mindset, leadership, and driving real change in today’s complex world.