Faces of Innovation
by Bamboo Crowd
Welcome to Faces of Innovation! This podcast is dedicated to speaking to leaders across the innovation ecosystem, from Venture Builders to Chief Innovation Officers. Faces of Innovation is hosted by Rachel Gordon. 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. 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.
Episodes
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Unlocking Innovation: The Consulting Revolution with Mark Payne | Faces of Innovation | EP 16
Faces of Innovation is hosted by Rachel Gordon, featuring in-depth interviews with leaders across the innovation ecosystem—from venture builders and studio operators to Chief Innovation Officers and brand/strategy executives. Episodes explore how organizations structure innovation, de‑risk new...
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The Power of Purpose-Driven Business with Adam Rubin | Faces of Innovation | EP 15
Faces of Innovation is hosted by Rachel Gordon, featuring in-depth interviews with leaders across the innovation ecosystem—from venture builders and studio operators to Chief Innovation Officers and brand/strategy executives. Episodes explore how organizations structure innovation, de‑risk new...
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AI and the Future of Corporate Innovation with Matt Stewart | Faces of Innovation | EP 14
In this conversation, Matt Stewart of Disruptive Edge discusses the transformative impact of AI on corporate innovation and the future of work. He emphasizes that while AI will automate many jobs, it also presents unprecedented opportunities for those in strategic design roles. The discussion...
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How Questions Turn Ideas Into Billions: Josh Cohen on Innovation Secrets | Faces of Innovation | EP 13
Faces of Innovation, hosted by Rachel Gordon, dives deep into the world of innovation by featuring candid conversations with leaders across the innovation ecosystem, including venture builders, corporate executives, and startup founders. Faces of Innovation is sponsored by Bamboo Crowd, the…
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The ESSENTIAL conditions for successful innovation with Dave Lewis of Mach49 | EP 12
In this conversation, Dave Lewis discusses the essential elements of capability building for corporate innovation. He emphasizes the importance of clarity, commitment, and the right conditions for fostering innovation. The discussion covers the definitions of innovation and capability, the...
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How Consumer Insights Drive Innovation with Ana Plasencia of Mars | EP 11
In this conversation, Ana Plasencia, an innovation explorer at Mars, discusses the critical role of consumer insights in driving innovation. She emphasizes the importance of understanding human truths and the need for collaboration across multifunctional teams to create products that resonate…
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How Innovation Intersects across Corporates, Startups, & Academic Institutions | Julian Boxenbaum EP 10
In this conversation, Julian Boxenbaum discusses the critical role of connection in innovation, contrasting the approaches of corporations, startups, and academic institutions. He emphasizes the importance of understanding human needs and the challenges faced by each sector in fostering…
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How to balance risk management in corporate innovation with Alice Ponti | EP 9
In this conversation, Alice Ponti, a corporate innovation expert, discusses the intricate relationship between innovation and risk management in organizations. She emphasizes the importance of psychological safety, the limitations of traditional Stage Gate processes, and the need for intelligent...
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How Corporate Leaders can Unlock Innovation w/ Robyn Bolton | EP 8
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…
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Navigating the Future of Professional Services, AI and Automation w/ Jan Beranek | EP 7
Navigating the Future of Professional Services, AI and Automation w/ Jan Beranek | EP 7 Today we’re excited to be speaking to Jan Beranek Founder and CEO, FifthRow. In this conversation, Jan and Rachel discuss the significant transitions in the professional services landscape, particularly in…
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Practical Advice for Embracing AI in Business with Geoff Gibbins | EP 6
"It's not about the technology, it's about the way it's used." 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. In this Episode of Faces Of Innovation,...
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Why Innovation Fails at Big Companies with Abhay Jain | EP 5
Today we’re excited to be speaking to Abhay Jain, Vice President of Strategy and Business Development at A+E Networks. In this conversation, Abhay Jain shares his extensive experience in innovation across various sectors, particularly in media and technology. He discusses his journey from startup...
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How corporates today need to be thinking about GROWTH with Greg Brody | EP 4
"We need innovation, but we need growth." Today we’re excited to be speaking to Greg Brody, a Venture Partner with 25 years of venture investing experience, specializing in corporate venture capital and building growth capabilities for large enterprises. In this conversation, Greg Brody shares…
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Faces of Innovation | Hosted by Rachel Gordon | Ep 03 with Agathe Blanchon-Ehrsam of Danone
Welcome to Faces of Innovation! This podcast is dedicated to speaking to leaders across the innovation ecosystem, from Venture Builders to Chief Innovation Officers. Faces of Innovation is hosted by Rachel Gordon. Rachel is a growth and innovation advisor to ambitious industry leaders in consumer...
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Faces of Innovation | Hosted by Rachel Gordon | Ep 02 with Heather Myers of Spark No. 9
Welcome to Faces of Innovation! This podcast is dedicated to speaking to leaders across the innovation ecosystem, from Venture Builders to Chief Innovation Officers. Faces of Innovation is hosted by Rachel Gordon. Rachel is a growth and innovation advisor to ambitious industry leaders in consumer...
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Faces of Innovation - Episode 1 Ron J. Williams
Welcome to Faces of Innovation! This podcast is dedicated to speaking to leaders across the innovation ecosystem, from Venture Builders to Chief Innovation Officers. Faces of Innovation is hosted by Rachel Gordon. Rachel is a growth and innovation advisor to ambitious industry leaders in consumer...
About this show
Welcome to Faces of Innovation!
This podcast is dedicated to speaking to leaders across the innovation ecosystem, from Venture Builders to Chief Innovation Officers.
Faces of Innovation is hosted by Rachel Gordon. 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.
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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