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Innovation StorytellersWhat's Your Storybuilding Process?In this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with John Elbing, Business Storytelling Strategist and founder of Standpoint, for a thoughtful conversation on how organizations can tell stronger innovation stories by shifting perspective outward. This interview is the second in The Storytellers Series, where I invite other storytellers I deeply admire, people who bring their own lenses, frameworks, and lived experience to the craft of story. John introduces his Story Building Method, a three-stage framework built around recognition, perception, and projection. He explains why compelling stories help customers recognize themselves first, understand where a...
2026-02-0331 min
Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond1112: Susan Lindner - "The Art of Innovation Storytelling"What do a brothel in Thailand, ancient Egyptian tombs, and Hollywood’s lightsabers have to do with the world’s most successful innovators? More than you’d ever imagine.In this jaw-dropping episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, host Lou sits down with the remarkable Susan Lindner—global keynote speaker, founder of Innovation Storytellers, and a woman whose journey to innovation storytelling began in the most unexpected of places.Episode Highlights:From Brothel to Boardroom: Susan shares her origin story as an HIV educator in 1990s Thailand, working...
2025-07-2229 min
Climate+ | Purpose and Prosperity in an Unprecedented WorldClimate+ | 45 | Susan Lindner @ Innovation StorytellersHow can we leverage storytelling to enable future-forward outcomes today, whether we’re individuals or interest groups or companies or governments?In episode 45 of Climate+ Podcast, Lincoln engages with Susan Lindner, founder and CEO of Innovation Storytellers, to explore the critical role of storytelling in addressing complex global challenges, particularly climate change. They discuss how storytelling serves as a powerful tool for communication, emotional engagement, and productivity in both personal and professional contexts. Lindner emphasizes the importance of making the listener the hero in narratives, especially when discussing climate is...
2025-07-1034 minInnovation StorytellersDoes Corporate Innovation Actually Create Real Innovation?Do corporate innovators truly innovate, or are they trapped inside systems that make real transformation impossible? On this episode of The Innovation Storytellers Show, I speak with Elliott Parker, CEO of Alloy Partners and author of The Illusion of Innovation. Drawing on decades of experience launching startups with High Alpha and advising Fortune 100 companies at Innosight, Elliott explains why most corporate innovation efforts fall short. He outlines how organizational structures, incentives, and short-term metrics often prevent innovation teams from achieving the transformation they are tasked with delivering. Elliott also breaks down the critical...
2025-07-0847 minInnovation StorytellersHow She Unlocked Incredible Process Innovation at Southwest Airlines & the DoDWhat does it really take to fix a billion-dollar bottleneck inside a company famous for saying no to new spending? And how do you translate that same problem-solving into one of the world's largest bureaucracies? This week, I sat down with Danielle McCormick, Founder of Immersive Insights, whose talent for turning messy systems into high-performance engines has saved companies like Southwest Airlines and defense contractors billions of dollars. At Southwest, Danielle faced a straightforward request: get a single aircraft hangar approved. What she uncovered instead was a tangled web of disconnected teams, undersized infrastructure, and...
2025-07-0131 minInnovation StorytellersNASA Retiree and Leader/Speaker on Open Innovation, Open Talent, and the Future of WorkSteve Rader returns to share how open innovation has transformed from an experiment to a mission-critical tool inside NASA and beyond. As a newly minted retiree from NASA's Center of Excellence for Collaborative Innovation, Steve unpacks how crowdsourcing and challenge-based problem-solving went from fringe ideas to proven ways of tackling complex technical barriers. He explains what NASA looked like before open innovation took hold, the cultural resistance it faced, and how a small group of believers turned crowdsourced expertise into life-saving solutions, including doubling the warning time for dangerous solar flares and improving landing systems for Mars...
2025-06-2448 minInnovation StorytellersHow the Blue Horizons Is Innovating the USAF from the Inside OutWhat does it take to shake up one of the largest and most complex organizations in the world from the inside out? On this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I invite you to buckle up for a conversation that dives straight into the heart of how the US Air Force is building a homegrown culture of audacious innovation through its Blue Horizons Fellowship. I'm joined by Colonel Daniel Ruttenber and Dr. Eric Keels, two brilliant minds guiding this unique think-and-do tank based at the Air War College. Blue Horizons is where selected majors and lieutenant colonels...
2025-06-1749 min
Elevate Your Career65 | Susan Lindner | Unlock Your Story: The Secret Power of Vulnerable LeadershipIn today's episode of the Elevate Your Career podcast, Nicole is joined by Susan Lindner.In this fascinating conversation, Nicole and Susan explore a crucial skill that often gets overlooked in professional settings: the art of meaningful communication. They reveal how turning facts into stories—with real challenges and wins—makes messages stick. By focusing on the journey rather than just the destination, they reveal how stories create connection and stick in people’s minds far longer than typical resumes or elevator pitches ever could.You'll discover the importance of tailoring messages to different audiences. Starti...
2025-06-101h 01Innovation StorytellersHow Therapy Brands Hit a $1.25B Exit in Alabama And Grew the Innovation EcosystemIn this episode, I sit down with Shegun Otulana, founder and former CEO of Therapy Brands. His journey from arriving in Birmingham, Alabama at 18 to leading one of the largest software exits in the state's history is nothing short of remarkable. Shegun opens up about his early days, the lessons learned from failure, and the moment his wife encouraged him to finally go all in. He explains how he used consulting work to attract real-world problems and applied a personal framework to choose which one was worth building into a business. We talk about why...
2025-06-1047 min
Innovation StorytellersHow Stanford University Is Inspired By Nordic Sustainability MethodsIn this special episode of Nordic Visionaries, I'm joined by Lincoln Bleveans, Senior Sustainability Executive at Stanford University. He is leading one of the most ambitious real-world experiments in climate innovation happening anywhere in the United States. If you've ever wondered what it would take to turn sustainability from a pledge into daily practice, Lincoln has answers grounded in both pragmatism and long-term thinking. From waste to water, buildings to buses, Lincoln and his team treat every aspect of Stanford's infrastructure as a living lab. This isn't a theory. It's applied innovation running at full scale every...
2025-06-0231 min
Innovation StorytellersHow BIG Is Architecting Sustainable Structures from Earth to the Moon and Back AgainIn this special Nordic Visionaries edition of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I am joined by one of the most influential architects of our time, Bjarke Ingels, founder of BIG, Bjarke Ingels Group. From reimagining the clean port of Copenhagen to designing the first permanent human habitat on the Moon, Bjarke's work challenges conventional thinking about architecture, sustainability, and innovation. In this expansive conversation, Bjarke reflects on his early passion for graphic novels and how that artistic instinct evolved into a career that shapes skylines and societies alike. He introduces listeners to the Danish concept of form giving...
2025-05-2649 min
Innovation StorytellersBeyond Profit: How Gen Z Leaders Are Creating a Circular & SustainableWhat does building a business with climate responsibility at its core look like, not as an add-on but as a starting point? In this episode of Innovation Storytellers Show, we're heading to the Nordics to meet two young leaders who are challenging the status quo around what it means to be a sustainable business. This is part of our special "Nordic Visionaries" series, where we hear directly from the next generation of change-makers reshaping how we think about innovation, impact, and industry. Synne Sauar, CEO and co-founder of Litech, and Anna Bjerre Johansen, climate activist...
2025-05-1939 min
Innovation StorytellersThe Icelandic Blueprint: How Videntifier and NATO Innovation Fund Are Shaping a Safer, Smarter FutureIn this episode of Innovation Storytellers, part of our Nordic Visionaries Pocket Podcast series, we explore that connection with Ari Jónsson, COO of Identifier Technologies and Director at the NATO Innovation Fund. Ari's journey began with a PhD in AI at Stanford in the early 90s, when artificial intelligence was far from mainstream. What started as a passion for robotics evolved into software agents that supported decision-making in complex environments, including spacecraft operations at NASA. After a decade at NASA, Ari returned to Iceland just as the 2008 financial crash devastated the country's economy. While many saw a...
2025-05-1243 min
Innovation StorytellersRegulating the Future: Innovation, AI, and Global Tech PowerWhat does it mean to innovate with principle in a world of complexity, volatility, and accelerating change? This week, I spoke with Anu Bradford, Professor of Law, Director of European Legal Studies Center, Columbia Law School. As part of our Nordic Visionaries series, Anu brings a timely and thought-provoking perspective on the intersection of innovation, regulation, and sustainability. Known globally for her work on EU law and digital regulation, and as the author of The Brussels Effect and Digital Empires, Anu offers an insider's view on how the Nordics and Europe are navigating the fast-evolving tech landscape.
2025-05-0536 min
Innovation StorytellersHow Nordic Data Centers Supercharging New Energy Source to Power AIThis week I was thrilled to speak with Peder Naerboe, Founder and Owner of Bulk Infrastructure, for my Nordic Visionaries series. I've known about data centers for years, but Peder totally reframed them for me as "power refineries," where Norway's abundant clean energy can be converted into digital form right at the source. By placing data hubs next to renewable power generation like hydropower, Peder sees a future where we cut out the inefficiencies of long-distance energy transport. It's not just an innovative way to go greener; it might actually be more profitable, too. In o...
2025-04-2839 min
Innovation StorytellersHow TOMRA is Rethinking the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle ParadigmWhat will it take to move beyond the traditional recycling conversation and into a future where circularity is a business imperative, not just a sustainability slogan? In this episode of Nordic Visionaries, I speak with Tove Andersen, President and CEO of TOMRA, a company founded in Norway that has been working on circular economy solutions for over 50 years. With operations in over 100 countries, TOMRA's mission focuses on resource optimization. From reverse vending machines that reward consumers for returning bottles and cans to advanced sorting technologies that help car manufacturers reclaim high-quality aluminum, TOMRA is helping to build...
2025-04-2137 min
Innovation StorytellersHow Nordic Capitalism Prioritizes Profit and Climate for A MoreWhat if the key to creating a more sustainable future lies not in reinventing capitalism entirely, but in looking at how it already works elsewhere? In this episode of Nordic Visionaries, a special series inside the Innovation Storytellers Show, we welcome Dr. Robert Strand, Executive Director of the Nordic Center at UC Berkeley and Associate Professor at the Copenhagen Business School. With one foot firmly planted in American academia and the other deeply connected to Nordic thought leadership, Robert offers a compelling comparison between American and Nordic models of capitalism highlighting how the Nordics are approaching profit...
2025-04-1454 min
Innovation StorytellersHow Global Hackathons are Accelerating Sustainable TechThis week I was delighted to sit down with Ann Molin, CEO & Secretary General of Hack for Earth, for an in-depth conversation on how citizen-led innovation can tackle global challenges. Ann, a psychologist by training, first fell in love with hackathons while working on the Swedish Government's Hack for Sweden initiative, where she realized that bringing people together to solve open-data challenges could spark powerful, real-world solutions in record time. During our conversation, Ann explained how the Hack for Earth foundation evolved from this initial passion, scaling up to engage over 25,000 participants across 125 countries in building tools...
2025-04-0739 min
Innovation StorytellersHow To Turn Banking Customers Into Sustainability ChampionsIn this opening installment of Nordic Visionaries, I introduce a fresh series spotlighting entrepreneurs, creators, and advocates at the crossroads of innovation and sustainability throughout the Nordic countries. My first guest, Mathias Wikström, sheds light on how cultural values shape our approach to protecting nature and why weaving sustainability into financial services is a long-term strategy. Together, we examine how transparent banking practices, combined with mindful consumer choices, can boost both human and environmental well-being. Mathias also reveals the importance of storytelling in shifting habits, highlighting a real-life example from Bank of the West, wh...
2025-03-3152 minInnovation StorytellersWhat the US Navy Can Teach us about Executive LeadershipHave you ever considered the role that discipline, trust, and storytelling play in shaping truly innovative leaders? In this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I'm honored to welcome Miles Garrett, a veteran leader, author, and former Executive Officer of the nuclear-powered submarine USS Cheyenne. Drawing from his extensive 25-year career spanning both the United States Marine Corps and the Navy, Miles shares powerful insights into leadership, innovation, and the critical role storytelling plays in high-stakes environments. Miles takes us behind the scenes to explore why consistent conversations around leadership are not just beneficial but...
2025-03-2543 minInnovation StorytellersHow to Put Trust At the Center of People First Innovation EquationCan innovation truly succeed without trust, integrity, and the right team behind it? In this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show I welcome Tracy Nolan, Senior Vice President of MarketPoint at Humana, for an insightful discussion on what it really takes to lead big ideas and bold changes. Tracy shares how her journey began in an unexpected place—retail—where an inventive approach led to record-breaking sales, setting the stage for a career of embracing innovation. Through her remarkable experiences in telecom, notably leading Sprint's transformative turnaround and groundbreaking merger with T-Mobile, Tracy underscores how calculated risk-taking and...
2025-03-1840 minInnovation StorytellersHow the Automotive Industry is Democratizing AI from the Technicians to the TopWhat happens when AI meets automotive repair? Can technology bridge the growing knowledge gap between seasoned mechanics and the next generation of technicians? And how will the "Right to Repair" movement reshape how vehicles are maintained in the future? In this episode of Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with Eric West, Chief Growth Officer at Convertible AI, to explore the intersection of AI, workforce training, and the future of vehicle diagnostics. Eric shares his perspective on the hidden complexities behind the so-called "technician shortage" and explains why the issue goes far beyond a simple l...
2025-03-1142 minInnovation StorytellersWhat Innovators Can Learn from Music's Biggest R&B BreakthroughsWhat if the songs artists love the least become the ones fans can't live without? In this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with Amani Roberts, DJ, professor, author, and creative powerhouse, to explore where real innovation happens in the music industry—beyond technology, beyond distribution, and deep into the creative process itself. Amani takes us behind the scenes of some of the most legendary R&B hits, revealing how experimentation, last-minute decisions, and creative risks have shaped the soundtracks of our lives. From Earth, Wind & Fire collaborating with magician David Copperfield to...
2025-03-0446 minInnovation StorytellersHow HealthcarePoint is Using Big Data to Transform Clinical TrialsWhat happens when big data meets healthcare innovation? In this episode of the Innovation Storyteller Show, Susan Lindner talks with Tina Posey, CEO of HealthcarePoint, about how data is transforming clinical trials and reshaping healthcare on a global scale. Tina shares her journey into healthcare innovation, sparked by the events of 2020, and how HealthcarePoint's platform is revolutionizing the clinical trial process. By enabling pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and healthcare innovators to share critical competency data, HealthcarePoint ensures regulatory compliance and safety in clinical trials. This data-driven approach not only speeds up essential research but also improves...
2025-02-2534 minInnovation StorytellersHow Breakthroughs in Batteries are Supercharging the EV RevolutionThe way we power the world hasn't fundamentally changed in decades—until now. In this episode of the Innovation Storyteller Show, I speak with Dr. Moshiel Biton, CEO and co-founder of Addionics, a company reshaping the battery industry with 3D current collector technology. Dr. Biton shares his unconventional path into the battery space, reflecting on how the EV revolution has transformed the perception of energy storage. He explains why the fundamental structure of lithium-ion batteries has remained unchanged for over 30 years and how his company is working to overcome the limitations of existing technology. He discusses the ch...
2025-02-1825 minInnovation StorytellersHow Siemens Transforms Its Culture to Drive Innovation FurtherWhy do so many groundbreaking ideas stall before they even get started? In this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Podcast, Dr. Stefan Dietrich, Senior Advisor in Innovation and Digital Transformation, exposes the real obstacles that prevent innovation from thriving inside organizations. Dr. Dietrich shares his experiences leading digital transformation at Siemens, AXA, and within startups, revealing the cultural and structural hurdles that slow progress. He discusses how middle management—often referred to as "corporate permafrost"—can be one of the biggest roadblocks to change and why the most successful innovators find ways to bypass bureaucracy and go stra...
2025-02-1144 minInnovation StorytellersHow The Resilience Plan Supports Innovation Leaders & Change MakersHow do you keep pushing forward when faced with constant setbacks, resistance, or uncertainty? For innovators and leaders, resilience isn't just a nice-to-have—it's essential. But resilience isn't simply enduring; it's about having a plan to navigate challenges and become stronger. In this episode of Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, an expert in leadership psychology and the author of The Resilience Plan, to break down what it takes to build resilience in today's fast-changing world. MH has spent decades working with executives, entrepreneurs, and high-performing professionals, helping them cultivate the ment...
2025-02-0437 minInnovation StorytellersHow RTI International Builds a Global Culture of InnovationInnovation is often seen as a function of big ideas and long-term investments, but in today's fast-changing world, organizations must rethink how they approach problem-solving and experimentation. In this episode, I sit down with Shellery Ebron and Annice Kim from RTI International to discuss how one of the world's most respected research organizations is embedding innovation into its culture and operations. RTI International is known for its groundbreaking research in science, health, and public policy. But what sets RTI apart is its commitment to making innovation a core value, not just an occasional initiative. Shellery and Annice...
2025-01-2944 minInnovation StorytellersHow AXA's Risk Management Turns Impossible to NOW PossibleWhat if risk management wasn't just about avoiding failure but enabling innovation? In this episode of Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with Rose Hall, Former SVP, Head of Innovation, Americas at AXA, to explore the critical role of risk management in pushing innovation forward. While most people see risk and innovation as opposing forces, Rose makes a compelling case for why they need to work together to not only mitigate threats but unlock new markets, products, and business models. We dive into why insurance is the safety net beneath some of the world's most...
2025-01-2140 minInnovation StorytellersHow Hershey's is Putting the Sweet and Salty in Product InnovationIn this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with Charlie Chappell, Vice President of Innovation, Research & Development at The Hershey Company, to explore what it takes to innovate in one of the world's most beloved brands. Charlie's journey is nothing short of fascinating, from his start in R&D at Kimberly-Clark, earning patents for his work, to shaping iconic brands like Pantene and Old Spice during his time at Procter & Gamble. Now at Hershey, he's leading the charge to bring bold new ideas to life. Charlie opens up about the joys and challenges of...
2025-01-1437 min
Adventures In BusinessCreating Innovation through Storytelling with Susan LindnerIn this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi chat with Susan Lindner, CEO of Innovation Storytellers. With a background that spans rural Thailand in the 90s to keynote stages across the globe, Susan has worked with leaders in over 60 countries, helping them harness the power of storytelling to drive change. During their conversation, Susan unpacked her unique perspective on innovation, storytelling, and how anyone can create meaningful impact through their stories. 🔗 Innovation Storytellers 🔗Click here to check out the show notes for Episode 125
2025-01-1056 minInnovation StorytellersHow to Bridge the Gap Between Startups and Corporate InnovatorsWhat does it take to build a seamless connection between the agile world of startups and the structured environments of corporate innovators? In this episode of Innovation Storytellers, I had the pleasure of speaking with Trena Blair, Founder & CEO of FD Global Connections, who brought her extensive expertise to the table in exploring how to bridge these two worlds. Trena shared insights from her book, Decoding Global Growth: How Successful Companies Scale Internationally, a practical guide for startups scaling across borders. We explored the challenges startups face when moving from the prototype stage to becoming a scale-up...
2025-01-0736 minInnovation StorytellersThe Old and New Rules of Successful InnovationOver the holidays, I am reflecting on one of my most downloaded episode of 2024 with my innovation guide and intellectual beacon, Peter Temes. In this episode, Peter and I journeyed through the intricacies of turning strategies from mere visions into tangible realities. We dissect the critical elements that transform a company's strategy into a compelling narrative driven by morals and values, emphasizing the importance of collective belief and action in achieving success. Our discussion sheds light on the delicate balance between setting ambitious goals and the practical execution that brings them to life, underscoring the significance of e...
2024-12-3141 minInnovation StorytellersHow the WHO Innovation Hub is Changing Global Health OutcomesI reflect on my most downloaded episode of 2024 with Louise Agersnap, the Head of WHO Innovation Hub, part of the Digital Health and Innovation Department. We enjoyed a thought-provoking discussion on the transformative initiatives happening at the World Health Organization. With over 20 years of experience in global health development and innovation, Louise brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to the table. The conversation kicks off with a reflection on the global health sector's unique challenges and the critical need for innovative solutions. Recognizing this, WHO is empowering its teams to transition seamlessly from ideation to execution, w...
2024-12-2439 minInnovation StorytellersWhat's the Future of Customer Experience with AI?What does it take to thrive in a world where AI is redefining customer experience and business innovation? On this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I had an incredible conversation with Jim Harris, bestselling author and globally renowned speaker on disruptive innovation, to explore how businesses can adapt to a rapidly evolving future. Jim shared his unique journey, from teaching Stephen Covey's principles to becoming one of the most sought-after voices in AI and innovation. Drawing on decades of experience working with organizations like Walmart, IBM, and Barclays, he reflected on the challenges and opportunities presented...
2024-12-1744 minInnovation StorytellersHow Corning International is Manufacturing Innovation in New MarketsWhat role do trust, cultural understanding, and collaboration play in global innovation? In this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with Gökhan Doran, Division VP and General Manager at Corning International, to uncover the keys to navigating the complexities of international manufacturing and partnerships. From Brazil to Nigeria, Japan to India, Gökhan shares his journey of building diverse, value-driven collaborations that blend Corning's innovation in glass science with local expertise and creativity. Together, we explore the human resistance to change, the importance of breaking down comfort zones, and the...
2024-12-1033 minInnovation StorytellersTaking Innovation Women to the StagesOn this episode of Innovation Storytellers Show, I'm joined by Bobbie Carlton, an award-winning marketing, PR, and social media professional who is transforming the way we think about public speaking, storytelling, and women's visibility in innovation. As the founder of Carlton PR & Marketing, Mass Innovation Nights, and Innovation Women, Bobbie has dedicated her career to breaking barriers and creating platforms that amplify diverse voices. In our conversation, Bobbie shared her fascinating journey from broadcasting to global PR at Cognos and her transition into entrepreneurship. She revealed her passion for storytelling as a catalyst for innovation and her...
2024-12-0344 minInnovation StorytellersHow 17 Songs on the UN's SDGs and AY Young Will Save the PlanetHave you ever wondered what it takes to use creativity to drive global change? In this episode of the Innovation Storyteller Show, I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with AY Young, CEO and flagship artist of the Battery Tour. AY is not your average musician—he's redefining how we think about performance, energy, and sustainability. As someone named one of the UN's 17 Youth Leaders, AY has taken on the ambitious challenge of aligning his music with the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through his Battery Tour, he's powered over 950 concerts globally using renewable energy while in...
2024-11-2640 minInnovation Storytellers181: How to Use AI in Innovation for Massive Productivity GainsIn this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with Dr. Mark van Rijmenam, a Strategic Futurist and Global Keynote Speaker known for his expertise in emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and the metaverse. Mark and I first connected at the Global Speakers Federation Conference in Bali, where his keynote on digital transformation and the accelerating pace of AI left a lasting impression. We kick off our conversation by diving into the rapid evolution of AI and why businesses must adapt swiftly to harness its full potential. Mark explains how tools like Generative AI can d...
2024-11-1933 minInnovation StorytellersHow ExxonMobil is Crushing Open InnovationWhat if the most groundbreaking solutions weren't waiting within your organization's walls but scattered across industries, continents, and disciplines, just waiting to be tapped? In this episode, I sit down with Kyle Basler-Reeder, ExxonMobil's Global Open Innovation Lead, to discuss how he's redefined problem-solving for one of the world's largest energy companies. Kyle shares his unique journey from his early days as a 15-year-old aspiring entrepreneur to spearheading a program that searches far and wide for fresh perspectives on complex challenges. He dives into the methods and philosophies behind ExxonMobil's open innovation framework, a system he's crafted...
2024-11-1236 minInnovation StorytellersHow Partnerships, Startups and Tech Are the Recipe Long Term InnovationIn this episode of Innovation Storytellers, I sit down with Yaron Flint, author, and seasoned innovation strategist, to explore what it truly takes to drive long-term innovation in today's dynamic environment. As someone with deep experience spanning automotive, smart materials, environmental, and construction tech, Yaron brings a wealth of insights into how to make innovation strategies a reality within established organizations. Yaron argues that no innovation effort can thrive without a champion at the helm—a dedicated advocate who navigates complexities galvanizes support, and keeps the momentum alive. This champion, he explains, must be willing to take ca...
2024-11-0538 minInnovation StorytellersHow Impact Frameworks will change InnovationIn my new episode of Innovation Storytellers, I chat with Rob Majteles as we delve into the transformative potential of Impact Frameworks in Innovation. During our enlightening conversation, Rob shares an inspiring example of a global agricultural company that has radically shifted its business model to embed sustainability into its core operations. This shift involves a comprehensive reevaluation of their impact on carbon emissions and biodiversity, representing a profound change from their historical reliance on fossil fuels. The company is not only adjusting to new market realities but is also setting a benchmark in the industry for...
2024-10-2950 minInnovation StorytellersHow the VA Taps Veterans to Spark InnovationWhat role does innovation play in the federal government, especially when it comes to healthcare? On this episode of Innovation Storytellers, we take a deep dive into the innovation happening at the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) with Allison Amrhein, Director of the VHA Innovators Network. Allison brings us behind the scenes, sharing how the VA empowers frontline employees and veterans to identify problems and collaborate on solutions that impact real lives. It's not about fancy tech—it's about solving everyday challenges. From building a sense of community among employees to fostering a culture of human-centered design, the VA...
2024-10-2238 minInnovation StorytellersWhat Cleantech Storytelling at Deloitte Can Teach Us About InnovationIn this episode, David Schatsky, a retired Research & Innovation Executive from Deloitte, shares his profound insights on leveraging narrative to champion big ideas and foster widespread adoption of innovative technologies. His experience at Deloitte, designing and leading cutting-edge research programs and creating an acclaimed online course in artificial intelligence, has positioned him as a luminary in translating complex innovations into actionable strategies. David dives into the challenges that often accompany climate tech solutions—ranging from skepticism about climate change to the intricacies of corporate buy-in. He elaborates on the methodology employed by Deloitte's futurists to identify viable co...
2024-10-1528 minInnovation StorytellersCreating a Halo Effect Around Innovation That Drives Real ValueIn this episode of the Innovation Storyteller Show, I sit down with Alex Trotta, Product Owner at Moody's, who brings over 14 years of experience working at some of the most influential financial institutions in the world, including Citibank, MasterCard, and Goldman Sachs. Our conversation dives deep into how organizations, both large and small, can introduce innovation in a way that creates real impact and lasting value. One of the most important takeaways from Alex's journey is the need to focus innovation efforts. Too often, businesses launch multiple initiatives at once—corporate ventures, accelerators, hackathons—and fail to give...
2024-10-0843 minInnovation StorytellersHow Verizon is Helping Doctors and Patients Tell a Healthier Innovation StoryIn this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I explore the intricate world of healthcare innovation with Robin Goldsmith, Global Lead of Health Innovation & Strategy at Verizon Business. As the healthcare industry undergoes a seismic shift, Robin sheds light on the importance of investing in new technologies that deliver long-term benefits, especially when faced with tight margins and staff shortages. We discuss the critical role of storytelling in communicating the value of technology to healthcare providers. Robin emphasizes that solutions must resonate with their unique challenges and enhance the patient experience. It's not just about technology for...
2024-10-0130 minInnovation StorytellersThe Art of Innovation Storytelling -- Making the Complex SimpleHow do we turn complex problems into simple, innovative solutions that drive real-world impact? In this episode of the Innovation Storyteller Show, I sit down with Joe Salesky, the Founder and CEO of Fixing.World, to explore the art of innovation and storytelling in a rapidly changing business landscape. Joe, a seasoned Silicon Valley entrepreneur and inventor, brings over 40 years of experience in leading diverse teams to create transformative solutions on a global scale. Throughout our conversation, Joe shares his insights on how technology—ranging from AI to digital books—can revolutionize industries, with a particular focus on i...
2024-09-2454 minInnovation StorytellersWhat PayPal Taught Us about Failing Fast and FearlesslyIn the latest episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, Susan Lindner engages in a compelling conversation with Mike Todasco, a distinguished figure in the tech world and former member of the original PayPal team. Mike brings a wealth of experience and insight into the discussion, shedding light on how innovation has shaped his career and continues to influence the tech landscape. Their conversation traverses Mike's transformative journey from PayPal to his current role as an AI expert, highlighting the pivotal role of innovation in both personal and professional contexts. Mike elaborates on the nuances of patents and...
2024-09-1754 minInnovation StorytellersHow CMT Drives Consumer Safety with Breakthrough TelematicsIn this episode of Innovation Storytellers Show, I'm joined by two pioneers in telematics—Hari Balakrishnan, Co-Founder and CTO, and Bill Powers, Co-Founder and CEO of Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT). Together, they've built the world's largest telematics service provider, measuring and protecting over 40 million drivers globally. Throughout our conversation, Hari and Bill take us inside the early days of CMT, where intuition and belief were at the core of their efforts, long before they had data to rely on. They describe how their approach to telematics evolved, blending visionary thinking with real-time data to enhance driver safety, lo...
2024-09-1034 minInnovation StorytellersHow Redbox is Supercharging Your CreativityIn this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Edwin Garcia, Partner & General Manager at RedBox Innovation US. Edwin and I explored the profound ways in which creativity and innovation can be supercharged through immersive experiences. RedBox takes a distinctive approach to fostering creativity with their "inspiration excursions." These are not just typical travel experiences; they're carefully curated journeys to locations around the world designed to deeply engage participants with new environments and ideas. Whether it's the bustling streets of New York or the rich coffee culture of Tokyo, Edwin...
2024-09-0335 minInnovation StorytellersCan Innovators Adopt a Global Standard for Innovation Systems Management?In this episode, we're discussing the future of innovation management with Joanne Hyland, President of rInnovation Group. Joanne brings a wealth of experience and insight into how organizations can develop and sustain effective innovation management systems. We discuss the evolving landscape of innovation—from incremental improvements to breakthrough advancements—and the crucial role that standards and processes play in supporting these efforts. Joanne sheds light on how important it is to build a robust innovation management system that can withstand the test of time and adapt to changing needs of ever varying innovations. We discuss how b...
2024-08-2744 minInnovation StorytellersHow CNA Unlocked the Tools & Tactics to Accelerate InnovationCould your organization benefit from a new approach to innovation? In today's episode of Innovation Storytellers, Benjamin Atkinson, Director of Innovation at CNA Insurance, discusses transforming theoretical innovation into actionable strategies. Benjamin shares his pivotal transition into innovation, sparked by early experiences where he managed a highly specialized R&D team without being the technical expert. This challenge led him to realize the power of enabling smart people to accomplish things beyond their imagination through well-designed processes and supportive tools. After introducing us to the Kirton Adaption-Innovation theory we also explore the concept of "death t...
2024-08-2033 minInnovation StorytellersHow to Use Fluid Thinking to Unleash Your Innovation MindIn this episode, I am going to take you on a fascinating journey into the subconscious realm of our minds, exploring the science of fluid thinking and subconscious success with renowned cognitive scientist, Phillip Campbell. Phillip is not only an expert in cognitive science and an executive brain coach but also the author of the enlightening book "Brain Habits". He is the CEO of enigmaFIT, a globally recognized brain coaching company, that aids individuals in tapping into their subconscious minds to improve their innovative thinking and problem-solving skills. We will learn more about the four pi...
2024-08-1344 minInnovation StorytellersHow TIAA is Transforming Retirement into LongevityI sat down with Melora Zaner, the Chief Design Officer at TIAA, to discuss the often-overlooked value of incremental innovation and the transformative power of design in addressing pressing societal challenges like retirement. Our conversation starts with an urgent issue that many are facing—the retirement crisis in America. We discuss the alarming statistics indicating that 40% of Americans are on track to run out of money in their retirement years. Melora offers an intriguing alternative by asking, "What if we shift our thinking from 'retirement planning' to 'longevity planning'?" This approach puts the focus on sustained income, hea...
2024-08-0635 minInnovation Storytellersrom Uganda to Harvard, How the "Queen of Trash" is Changing the EnvironmentJoin Dr. Judith Tumusiime, federal grants manager at the Cambridge Community Development Department, on the Innovation Storytellers Show, who shares her unique insights into revitalizing urban areas through innovation. She also highlights the importance of involving all players - government, private sector, and the community - in developing sustainable and self-sustaining innovations. We explore how putting people at the center of innovation can lead to more successful and impactful outcomes. Everyone has a stake in creating a more sustainable future, from employees and customers to local communities and government regulators. We'll discuss why this collaboration is crucial f...
2024-07-3050 minInnovation StorytellersHow IDEO and Kaiser Permanente Rethink HealthcareOn this week's edition of Innovation Storytellers join us on our journey to re-imagine healthcare with Jennifer Lo, Senior Director of Design at IDEO. Discover how they are revolutionizing healthcare by utilizing lean thinking and human-centered design principles. In addition, get insights into IDEO's unique approach to problem-solving, where they involve patients and break down barriers to create solutions that truly make a difference. From creating inclusive designs to driving sustainable growth, listen to how IDEO is leading the charge for a better future for all. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the experts a...
2024-07-2349 minInnovation StorytellersHow Sage Built their Innovation Academy from the Ground UpIn this week's episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I'm joined by Bronwyn Dorrofield, Director of the Innovation Academy at Sage. Bronwyn, who initially carved her niche in product marketing, is now pioneering innovative learning solutions that integrate cross-functional collaboration across Sage. Her journey underscores a profound dedication to fostering a culture where experimentation and innovation flourish. Together, we explore how the Innovation Academy was conceived and developed in response to the diverse needs within Sage. Bronwyn shares the genesis of the academy, starting from a grassroots movement by passionate volunteers eager to make a difference. This...
2024-07-1627 min
The Virtual Campfire with Tony MartignettiCrafting Success: From Innovation Storytelling To Entrepreneurial Triumph With Susan LindnerBrilliant ideas are only half the battle. By weaving together compelling narratives with cutting-edge ideas, innovation storytelling bridges the gap between imagination and implementation, guiding organizations to entrepreneurial triumph. Susan Lindner, the founder and CEO of Innovation Storytellers, joins host Tony Martignetti to delve into her remarkable journey as she shares pivotal moments from her past, including her experiences working in public health in Thailand during the AIDS pandemic and her transition into tech PR during the internet boom. Susan illustrates the power of storytelling in driving change and shares her insights on navigating corporate challenges and building successful...
2024-07-1536 min
And I Know Things NowSusan-ann Walker - Performing, creating, surviving and thriving!Susan-ann Walker pounced onto the stage in Cats in its first Australasian tour way back before mobile phones were a thing! She has carved out for herself a wonderful career in musicals including the Aussie premiere of The Secret Garden, playing Martha, through to playing Rosie in the Aussie tour of The Wedding Singer. Her cabaret credits are vast and she is currently writing and workshopping a play with music, Ukulele Joy, which we should all look forward to seeing in the near future. Susan-ann is a wonder and you will be inspired to hear how this talented woman...
2024-07-141h 09Innovation StorytellersBook Launch: How PROXIMITY is the new digital strategy all Innovators Need to KnowAre you ready to explore how digital advancements reshape industries and create new business opportunities? In this exciting episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I sat down with Robert C. Wolcott, Cofounder of The World Innovation Network (TWIN Global), and Kaihan Krippendorff, Founder of Outthinker Networks, to discuss their groundbreaking new book, "Proximity: How PROXIMITY is the New Digital Strategy All Innovators Need to Know." In our conversation, we delve into the concept of proximity and its profound impact on various sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, and transportation. Rob and Kaihan reveal how digital technology is pushing the...
2024-07-0949 minInnovation StorytellersHow Diageo's Smoke DNAi is Reimagining the Future of WhiskyHave you ever wondered how tradition and modern science blend to create the perfect whisky? In this captivating episode of Innovation Storytellers Show, host Susan Lindner sits down with Aimée Morrison, Diageo's Master Blender, to explore the fascinating intersection of history, innovation, and cutting-edge technology in the Scotch whisky industry. Aimée shares her inspiring journey from falling in love with whisky and analytical science during her university days to becoming a key figure at Diageo. She discusses the groundbreaking Smoke DNAi project, which leverages custom algorithms to interpret complex data from the whisky maturation process, op...
2024-07-0242 minInnovation StorytellersHow Airbus is Pushing the Envelope on Innovation MarketingHow do you push the boundaries of innovation marketing in one of the most high-tech industries in the world? In this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, we dive into this question with two remarkable guests from Airbus: Mina Bastawros, VP of Creative and Digital Marketing, and Florent Petteni, Head of A220 & A320 Family Product Marketing. Join us as Mina and Florent share their insights on how Airbus is leading the way in innovation marketing. From embracing digital transformation to tailoring narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, they reveal the strategies that have propelled Airbus to the...
2024-06-2533 minInnovation StorytellersHow Millennial Innovators are Changing the GameThis week, I'm thrilled to be joined by Maarten van Kroonenburg from the Netherlands. Maarten is the visionary behind BW Ventures, and if you're not familiar with it yet, you will be soon. As CEO, he's on a mission to revolutionize small businesses by crafting resilient and scalable models. Drawing from his entrepreneurial journey, Maarten leads with a unique blend of strategic insight and practical wisdom. At BW Ventures, he champions structured, customer-centric approaches to innovation, empowering companies to navigate future challenges with confidence. Under Maarten's leadership, innovation meets pragmatism, driving success through informed decisions and enduring s...
2024-06-1838 minInnovation StorytellersWhy Now?: How Good Timing Makes Great ProductsWhat if the secret ingredient to startup success isn't just what or how, but when? This week on the Innovation Storytellers Show, we're joined by Paul Orlando, a seasoned entrepreneur and the brain behind four international startup accelerators. Paul is not only a professor of entrepreneurship at the University of Southern California but also the author of the thought-provoking book "Why Now: How Good Timing Makes Great Products." In our discussion, Paul dives into the often-neglected aspect of timing in business ventures. With a background that spans continents and industries, he shares unique insights on how timing...
2024-06-1131 minInnovation StorytellersCreating an Innovation Pipeline at Colonial Pipeline What does innovation look like in the oil and gas industry, particularly in the midstream sector? In this episode of Innovation Storytellers Show, Susan Lindner introduces Dr. Mariah Judd, the Director of Innovation at Colonial Pipeline Company, to explore this intriguing question. Dr. Judd delves into the vital role Colonial Pipeline plays as a key national infrastructure, supplying fuel to millions of Americans. She emphasizes the company's commitment to future energy needs through innovation. With a rich background stemming from her Ph.D. at Purdue University and experience in alternative energy and energy transition, Dr. J...
2024-06-0433 minInnovation StorytellersHow Disruptive Edge Accelerates Innovation GloballyIn this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I am joined by two trailblazers in the field of corporate innovation: June Barrage, Market Leader for the US & Middle East and Jose Ribau, Executive in Residence at Disruptive Edge and . Together, they delve into the strategies and principles that Disruptive Edge employs to foster innovation on a global scale. The conversation begins by asking June what she believes to be the greatest innovation of all time. June, fresh from an illuminating conference in LA, highlights the transformative potential of AI, which dominated 90% of the discussions. She shares her p...
2024-05-2831 minInnovation StorytellersHow Innovation Peer Networks Transform OutcomesHave you ever wondered how innovative peer networks can transform business outcomes? In this episode of Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with Roland Deiser, the Founder & Executive Chairman of the Center for the Future of Organization, to explore this fascinating topic. Roland Deiser brings a wealth of knowledge on the subject, with his extensive background in understanding the challenges of transformational change in large organizations. As a professor, advisor, and orchestrator of executive peer networks, Roland has dedicated his career to studying the dynamics of business ecosystems and digital transformation. During our discussion, Roland...
2024-05-2147 minInnovation StorytellersHow Cubic's Strong Communications Culture Creates better OutcomesWhat defines a strong communications culture, and how does it enable better innovation outcomes? In this episode of Innovation Storytellers, I welcome Niosha Kayhani, Director of International Programs and Commercial Products at Cubic. We delve into how his role shifted from individual innovator to empowering others to create and lead within a global organization of 7,000 people. Niosha shares insights on how Cubic built a culture that encourages collaboration across teams, relying on a network of internal "entrepreneurs in residence" who spark creativity from within. With the CEO's unwavering support, Niosha and his team developed a structured innovation...
2024-05-1448 minInnovation StorytellersHow Prophet Marries Anthropology + Innovation to Transform CorporateToday, we've got a special doubleheader episode that dives deep into the world of innovation consulting. But we're not just talking about any consultants; today's guests bring a distinctive approach to the innovation landscape. They hail from a firm that attracts the most creative clients and crafts unique solutions based on their diverse backgrounds and philosophies. Joining me today, on the Innovation Storytellers Show, are Abram Sirignano and Tony Fross, who co-lead the product experience and innovation practice at Prophet. For the past six years, Prophet has stood out in the consulting world, not only for its...
2024-05-0742 minInnovation StorytellersLessons Learned at the Museum of FailureMy guest on the Innovation Storytellers Show this week is someone who's turned understanding and exhibiting failures into an art form. Dr. Samuel West is a licensed clinical psychologist keen on the intersection of happiness, work, and cultural perceptions of failure. Dr. West's journey from treating clinical issues like depression to exploring organizational psychology led him to an intriguing discovery: the crucial role of failure in fostering innovation and creativity. His work, especially his teachings at Lund University on positive psychology and creativity, culminates in creating a fascinating project—the Museum of Failure. This traveling exhibition, which I...
2024-04-3044 min
Fringe by PeopleForward NetworkStorytelling for Impact with Susan LindnerSusan Lindner is a passionate storyteller who has significantly impacted startups and Fortune 500 companies. Recently, she joined Nikki Lewallen Gregory on the Gut + Science podcast to share her insights on the power of storytelling to drive movements, create connections, and elicit real, meaningful change. Together, they dive deep into the power of storytelling and its ability to create movements, build connections, and ignite change. Susan and Nikki share their expertise on how storytelling can transcend logic and tap into the emotional core of our brains. They discuss the impact of storytelling on memory, engagement, and motivation, as well as...
2024-04-2434 minInnovation StorytellersDefining Global Collaboration in the Nuclear Age at EPRIHow often do we pause to consider the intricate, behind-the-scenes balance of technology and strategy that powers our everyday lives? In this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I have an enlightening conversation with Heather Feldman, Director of Learning & Development at the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). Heather shares insights from her unique vantage point on defining global collaboration in the nuclear age. From balancing the operational demands of current nuclear power plants to envisioning future advancements with technologies like artificial intelligence, Heather describes EPRI's role in fostering an environment where experimentation is encouraged, and even failures a...
2024-04-2338 minInnovation StorytellersHow Akina is Reinventing Networking for Women of ColorIn this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, we journey beyond the executive boardroom to explore the vibrant intersections of social communities, networks, and the transformative power of sharing knowledge. I welcome Leigh Higginbotham Butler, the Founder & CEO of Akina Technologies, to delve into how Akina is revolutionizing networking for women of color. Leigh shares her journey from leading initiatives for liver disease prevention and treatment to founding Akina Technologies, a social enterprise dedicated to addressing systematic disparities faced by black women through new media and innovative solutions. With a rich background in government affairs, pu...
2024-04-1622 minInnovation StorytellersHow Innov8rs CoLab Bringing Innovation TeamsIn the latest episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I chat with Tommy Knoll, the visionary Founder and Primary Leader behind Innov8rs CoLab. We explore the vital role of Innov8rs CoLab in fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for innovation leaders worldwide. Have you ever felt the pangs of isolation in your pursuit of innovation? You're not alone. Susan and Tommy delve into how the path to innovation, though often solitary, can be transformed through community and collaboration. Innov8rs CoLab stands as a beacon for innovation leaders, offering a global platform where challenges are s...
2024-04-0940 minInnovation StorytellersHow Empathy Becomes a Game Changer in InnovationIn today's rapidly evolving world, where innovation and technology are at the forefront of transforming lives and businesses, how do we ensure that our pursuit of progress remains grounded in empathy and understanding? How do we create innovations pushing the boundaries of what's possible and enriching and uplifting the communities they're designed to serve? I sat down with Amy J. Wilson, Founder and Guide at Empathy for Change, to explore the critical intersection of innovation, empathy, and human-centered design. In a profound conversation that traverses the landscape of liberatory and equity-centered community design to the nuances of...
2024-04-0239 minInnovation StorytellersInnovation Resistance: How Stories Overcome Flight, Fight, and FreezeIn the fourth and final episode of my series on the Innovation Storytellers Show with Peter Temes, CEO and Founder of the Institute for Innovation at Large Organizations (ILO), we explore the complex world of innovation resistance. This episode, a culmination of insightful discussions on trust, the evolution of innovation rules, and the innovation awareness gap, takes a closer look at innovators' challenges when introducing new ideas within their organizations. The conversation opens by acknowledging a common experience many innovators share: the frustration of seeing a groundbreaking idea get ignored, sidelined by office politics, or o...
2024-03-2633 min
Gut + Science237: Storytelling for Impact with Susan LindnerSusan Lindner is a passionate storyteller who has made a significant impact on both startups and Fortune 500 companies. Susan is joining Nikki Lewallen Gregory to share her insights on the power of storytelling to drive movements, create connections, and elicit real, meaningful change. Together, they dive deep into the power of storytelling and its ability to create movements, build connections, and ignite change. Susan and Nikki share their expertise on how storytelling can transcend logic and tap into the emotional core of our brains. They discuss the impact of storytelling on memory, engagement, and motivation, as well as the...
2024-02-2233 min
Move Fast. Break Shit. Burn Out.To Know Your Story AND Their Story - Susan LindnerJoin us for an interview with Susan Lindner, who is CEO at Innovation Storytellers. In this episode world famous innovation storyteller, Susan Lindner, helps us understand the power of story - first how it is the essence of dreams, how it can shift mindsets and how it unlocks the future. Then she shares how taking time to understand other people's stories - in the form of their values, purpose and motivation - is the key to bringing people along. Join us as we explore the skill of storytelling!
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2023-07-2728 min
Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization ShowOnce Upon a Change: Innovative Storytelling with Susan LindnerHave you ever wondered how to encourage resistant old-school managers to lead change? To shift their way of thinking about recruiting, retaining, and engaging workers in this Never Normal world? Then this episode is for you. According to Susan Lindner, the world's leading expert on innovation storytelling, you need to encourage them to become the hero of the transformation. Susan shares how managers can create an emotional and engaging narrative to lead their teams through VUCA - the volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity of today's world. From brothels in Thailand to the World Bank, our conversation covers a wide...
2023-06-0455 min
Consulting Success PodcastHow To Drive Innovation & Growth In Your Consulting Business With Susan Lindner: Podcast #289
We have so many brilliant minds working on producing great innovations, but we only hear from a few of them. Why? Because, often, these innovation experts struggle with their communication. Today’s guest, Susan Lindner, has observed this, leading her to create Innovation Storytellers—a consulting firm that helps companies to communicate more effectively with their ideas and get those ideas out there. In this episode, she joins Michael Zipursky to tell us more about the importance of storytelling, especially in driving innovation and growth to our consulting businesses. She takes us through the process of how to develop stor...
2023-05-0849 min
EventUp32. Storytelling for Impact and the Art of PR with Susan LindnerSusan Lindner, CEO & Founder of Emerging Media PR, joins Amanda Ma to discuss the world of public relations and how you could use PR strategies and storytelling to your advantage! Listen now on EventUp!
2022-04-2831 min
Whiskey, Jazz and LeadershipClear Liquor & Storytelling with Susan Lindner (Part 1)Cultural anthropologist and storytelling extraordinaire, Susan Lindner talks about how she learned the art of storytelling through educating those in Thailand's brothels and brought it back into Wall Street and Silicon Valley boardrooms. You are going to be shocked at what you learn from this episode. I am drinking George Dickle 14 year edition, but the real question is what are you drinking? Pour something special for this one.
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2021-09-2825 min
Inside OutsideEp. 246 - Susan Lindner, Cultural Anthropologist, Founder of Emerging Media, and Author of Innovation Storytellers on Storytelling for New InnovatorsOn this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Susan Lindner, cultural anthropologist, founder of Emerging Media, and author of the upcoming book, Innovation Storytellers. Susan, and I talk about the importance of storytelling to the new innovator and what companies can do to have their stories resonate and spread in today's changing media landscape. Let's get started.Inside Outside Innovation is the podcast to help new innovators navigate what's next. Each week, we'll give you a front row seat into what it takes to learn, grow, and thrive in today's...
2021-04-1320 min
Inside Outside InnovationEp. 246 - Susan Lindner, Cultural Anthropologist, Founder of Emerging Media, and Author of Innovation Storytellers on Storytelling for New InnovatorsOn this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Susan Lindner, cultural anthropologist, founder of Emerging Media, and author of the upcoming book, Innovation Storytellers. Susan, and I talk about the importance of storytelling to the new innovator and what companies can do to have their stories resonate and spread in today's changing media landscape. Let's get started.Inside Outside Innovation is the podcast to help new innovators navigate what's next. Each week, we'll give you a front row seat into what it takes to learn, grow, and thrive in today's...
2021-04-1320 min
Busy Business Owner PodcastSpecial Guest Susan Lindner Round 2Susan Lindner- https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanjlindner/Susan Lindner. Susan is a Founder & CEO, Innovation Storyteller, Consultant and Professional Speaker fluent in 4 languages. She will be launching her podcast, Innovation Storytellers, in January and has a book been released in Q2 of 2021. Susan has Traveled to 40+ countriesHitchhicked through 6 countriesMotorcycled through 2 countries Her websites www.emergingmediapr.com and www.susanlindner.com will provide you the full scope of her work and expertise. #entrepreneurBrought to you by:Internet Marketing - http://senditri...
2021-02-1630 min
The Product Science PodcastThe Susan Lindner Hypothesis: The Most Powerful Person in the Room Is the StorytellerSusan Lindner is an innovation storyteller and the Founder & CEO of Emerging Media, an award-winning PR, marketing, and branding agency. Susan speaks to startups, innovators, and top executives from 60+ countries at GE, PWC, Deutchebank, and Capital One, and at global conferences, consulates, and trade organizations about strategic storytelling: mastering the message and the media for maximum impact.
In this episode of the Product Science Podcast, we talk about how to apply concepts of strategic storytelling to your product and get your message out there.
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2020-09-2936 min
The Frontify Podcast#2 Explore Innovation Storytelling with Susan Lindner from Emerging Media IncSusan Lindner, the CEO & Founder of Emerging Media Inc, walks us through the ins and outs of innovation storytelling. Join us as we uncover the cornerstone of building immersive and authentic brand stories.
2020-08-0533 min
Get Your FILL, Financial Independence and Long LifeCrafting Your Company's Story with Susan LindnerSusan Lindner takes us through her amazing life journey from being the spawn of a Holocaust refugee and a Hitler youth to hitchhiking in Costa Rica and Central America to coaching prostitutes in the brothels of Thailand and how that history converged to create Emerging Media.
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We’ve all heard the terms before, the buyer’s journey, the path to success, building a better business culture. And there are hundreds of speakers and books on these topics.
Susan Lindner will actually take you on the leadership journe...
2020-08-0339 min
How to Drive Profit with PurposeDrive Profits with Purposeful Storytelling with Susan Lindner of Emerging MediaSusan Lindner is the CEO and Founder of Emerging Media, an award-winning innovation communications consultancy that helps corporate innovators and entrepreneurial leaders get the resources, runway, and recognition they deserve. Susan is also a seasoned anthropologist who has traveled the world and worked in more than 60 countries. She's a hilarious comedian, an unbelievably engaging keynote speaker, and an inspiring workshop leader. In this episode… What’s your organizational story and why is it so important to have one? Storytelling is a powerful way of communicating with your audience, and the way you share your st...
2020-06-0932 min
Why It WorksWhy It Works: Susan Lindner on Innovation CommunicationJoin us as Susan Lindner reveals why Innovation Communication works
2020-05-221h 10
Doing The MostDoing The Most S4 Ep 04 - Harness Your Passion with Susan Lindner from Emerging Media PRShow Notes and Links Available at: https://gsdwithgeorgie.com/2020/04/30/harness-your-passion-with-susan-lindner-from-emerging-media-pr/
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2020-04-3038 min
Doing The MostHarness Your Passion with Susan Lindner from Emerging Media PRYou're in for a treat with this episode. I know I was blown away when I heard Susan's story. Susan Lindner is a Cultural Anthropologist, brand marketer, and disruptor. Susan got her start as an AIDS educator in the brothels of Thailand, helping turn prostitutes into entrepreneurs. Today, she's the founder of Emerging Media, a branding, PR, and marketing agency dedicated to helping tech founders reach their finish lines. Her award-winning strategies have gotten ten companies acquired, and she is now hell-bent on sharing them with the world. Susan speaks to startups, innovators, and top executives...
2020-04-3038 min
Access to AnyoneSusan Lindner: How To Make Every Pitch a Gift (out of the archives)In this episode, I’m digging into the archives to revisit my conversation with Susan Lindner – CEO of Emerging Media and an international professional speaker. Listen in as we discuss the world of PR, connecting, and the changing landscape of media.
Topics include:
Susan’s “disruptive” background and how it led to her work in understanding culture (as well as her activist background)
How a bad date led to her work in Tech PR
Susan’s personal take on PR and what’s different about the world of tech
A definition of PR that is easy to understand
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2019-12-2537 minAccess to AnyoneSusan Lindner: How To Make Every Pitch a Gift (out of the archives)In this episode, I’m digging into the archives to revisit my conversation with Susan Lindner – CEO of Emerging Media and an international professional speaker. Listen in as we discuss the world of PR, connecting, and the changing landscape of media. Topics include: Susan’s “disruptive” background and how it led to her work in understanding … Continue reading Susan Lindner: How To Make Every Pitch a Gift (out of the archives)
2019-12-2537 min
Claim the Stage: A Podcast About Public Speaking and Speaking UpEp 123 Susan Lindner: Guest Mentor Summer Series Part 3Susan is the only person I've met who, like me, gave 500+ free talks before realizing this could be a potential revenue stream and career path. We're soul sister speakers with a lot of good karma. :) On today's installment of the Guest Mentor Summer Series, I interview Susan Lindner. Susan is a Cultural Anthropologist, Brand Marketer, and Disruptor. Susan got her start as an AIDS educator in the brothels of Thailand, helping turn prostitutes into entrepreneurs. Today, she’s the founder of Emerging Media, a branding, PR and marketing agency dedicated to helping tech founders reach their finish li...
2019-07-2440 min
Access To Anyone with Michael RoderickATA170 - Susan LindnerIn this episode, I sit down with Susan Lindner – CEO of Emerging Media and an international professional speaker. Listen in as we discuss the world of PR, connecting, and the changing landscape of media.
2019-05-0837 minAccess to AnyoneSusan Lindner: How To Make Every Pitch a GiftIn this episode, I sit down with Susan Lindner – CEO of Emerging Media and an international professional speaker. Listen in as we discuss the world of PR, connecting, and the changing landscape of media. Topics include: Susan’s “disruptive” background and how it led to her work in understanding culture (as well as her activist … Continue reading Susan Lindner: How To Make Every Pitch a Gift
2019-05-0837 minAccess to AnyoneSusan Lindner: How To Make Every Pitch a GiftIn this episode, I sit down with Susan Lindner – CEO of Emerging Media and an international professional speaker. Listen in as we discuss the world of PR, connecting, and the changing landscape of media.
Topics include:
Susan’s “disruptive” background and how it led to her work in understanding culture (as well as her activist background)
How a bad date led to her work in Tech PR
Susan’s personal take on PR and what’s different about the world of tech
A definition of PR that is easy to understand
What journalists actually “trade” in and what Susan d...
2019-05-0837 min
ROI Podcast™ — the #1 Entrepreneurial Business meets Comedy podcast hosted by Law Smith + Eric ReadingerHow To Optimize Altruistic Hustle w/ Susan Lindner, CEO / Brandthropologist of Emerging MediaSusan Lindner is a Brandthropologist, Founder and CEO of Emerging Media, an award-winning PR • Marketing • Branding • Social Media agency. Prior to her 15 years in marketing, Susan worked on women's health issues as an epidemiologist and anthropologist in HIV/AIDS at the Centers for Disease Control/NYC Department of Health, as a researcher in NY's top hospitals and as a consultant and social development officer with international non-profits in the US and Southeast Asia.
2016-08-1156 min
BE Culture Radio - The Ultimate Business Podcast on enhancing Company Culture, Management, and LeadershipTell your Company's Story using the Power of PR with Susan Lindner from Emerging MediaIf you're struggling with or challenged by your PR strategies, and want to really make the most out of them, then this episode is for you. Today we're going to have a chat with Emerging Media co-founder, Susan Lindner.
In this interview you'll get to know:
How Susan started Emerging Media
What she thinks about culture
And more...
To get the full show notes, transcripts on this episode check us out at www.befurniture.com/episode7
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2015-03-2331 min