Sujata hangs out with Derek Ariss, a Canadian, Australian living in Singapore. Derek is presently Head of Innovation Education at Lightbulb Capital (a boutique specialising in assisting organisations in the area of innovation, through education and development of innovation cultures) Derek focuses on creativity, design thinking, technology, grit, adaptability, collaboration and mindset conducive to innovation. Before this Derek was Head of Innovation Asia, for LendLease, where he designed process to deliver processes and systems nurturing a culture of innovation in Asia. He has worked in Canada, throughout Australia, New Zealand, and South East Asia. He has run large companies with over 1500 employees and has worked in entrepreneurial ventures with 2 team members. Outside of work Derek is a traveller/explorer, visual artist, writer, and sports enthusiast. He holds a Master’s degree in International Business Strategy, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Biology and loves playing dominoes whenever he gets a chance. Derek is an extraordinary guy living a less than ordinary life. Playlist included:
1 Frank Sinatra - High Hopes
2 Astrud Gilberto - The Girl from Ipanema
3 Van Halen - Eruption - Guitar Solo
4 Stevie Ray Vaughn and Double Trouble - The House Is Rocking
5 Kenny Rogers - The Gambler
6 Hunters and Collectors - Throw Your Arms Around Me
7 Massive Attack - Angel
8 Prince - Purple Rain
9 Michael Jackson - Man In The Mirror
10 Andy Grammer - Fresh Eyes
11 Jason Mraz- Have It All
12 Leonard Cohen - Hallelujah
13 AC/DC Back In Black
14 Vivaldi - Four Seasons
15 Michael Learns to Rock - Take Me To Your Heart
Enjoy!