Unlocking Innovation

EX3 Labs
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Experience Design & Digital Innovation Firm

  1. 03/03/2021

    Using Cutting-Edge Technology to Foster Human Connection

    After three decades in his industry, Marc Adams of Verizon, has seen a rapid advancement in technology that has led him to where he is now– driving one of the nation’s largest telecommunications companies IoT development efforts. As a leader in his field, he specializes in developing commercial synergies to advance technological growth. During one of the most unprecedented times in America, Marc is proud to be a part of “an industry and company that keeps us all connected.”

    42 min

  2. 02/02/2021

    Transforming Chicago into a Tier One Innovation Hub - Brandi Bridges of P33

    P33, embodies the past, present, and future of Chicago. Its name refers to “purpose, plans, people, and progress” as well as the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair and their hope to accomplish their company’s mission by 2033. In this episode, P33’s SVP of Ventures, Brandi Bridges, joins us to discuss how her organization is helping build up Chicago’s tech ecosystem and promote inclusive growth in our city. If you’re curious about Chicago’s role in the tech ecosystem today, there’s no one better to turn to than Brandi.

    31 min

  3. 01/10/2021

    Connecting to your Brand's Highest Purpose - Robert Pasin of Radio Flyer

    The job of a Chief Wagon Officer at one of the world’s most iconic brands, Robert Pasin says, is to “lead a team of flyers… an incredibly creative group of people who design and develop awesome products that inspire active play.” Creativity is at the heart of Radio Flyer’s purpose and after 100 years in business, they have perfected the balance of innovation and tradition. He joins us on #UnlockingInnovation to share his company’s continually inspiring story.

    37 min

  4. 11/25/2020

    The Challenges and Breakthroughs of Healthcare in the Age of COVID-19

    Northshore HealthSystem – The world of healthcare has completely transformed since we last spoke to Dr. Nirav Shah, Infectious Disease Physician and Medical Director of Quality Innovation and Clinical Practice Analytics at NorthShore University HealthSystem. Dr. Shah joins us again to talk about how the challenges of this year have shifted his focus of work, how healthcare systems are using emerging technologies and the shocking effectiveness of potential COVID-19 vaccines. He also shares positive news about how NorthShore is using data to fight healthcare disparities.

    50 min

  5. 09/03/2020

    Creating a World without Waste - Stephen Pratt of Noodle.ai

    Noodle.ai – “Shareholders need it, customers need it, the planet needs it… every part of your organization should have some type of machine intelligence,” says Stephen Pratt, CEO of Noodle.ai. His San Francisco-based startup is working to create a world without waste by helping corporations adopt AI into their manufacturing and supply chain operations. In this episode, he discusses the possibilities, dangers, and responsibilities that come with the increasingly complex world of artificial intelligence.

    40 min

  6. 06/19/2020

    What If We Looked at Things Another Way? - Melissa Donaldson of Wintrust

    “Are we maximizing our decision making opportunities by ensuring we have different perspectives around the table?” asks Melissa Donaldson, Chief Diversity Officer at Wintrust. Roles like hers aren’t new (as she points out, diversity and inclusion efforts in the workplace began in the 1940s), but it comes with new challenges in the modern workplace. Melissa approaches each challenge, she says, by asking “what if we looked at things another way?” She discusses this approach as well as the close relationship between D&I and innovation.

    36 min

  7. 04/27/2020

    Powering the Home of the Future: Clean Energy, Equity, and Sustainability - Phil Nevels of Exelon

    “I can’t think of an industry that has a greater impact on the future of our society,” says Phil Nevels, Director of Innovation and Partnerships at Exelon. He joins us on #UnlockingInnovation to share how his company’s mission to provide reliable, clean, affordable and innovative energy products is helping to create a brighter and more sustainable future. Phil also provides insight into how his team uses an incremental approach to change within the 34,000 person organization.

    42 min

  8. 04/06/2020

    Openness and Trust: Keys to Leading Remote Teams - Shannon Gilmore of KPMG

    “There’s disruption happening around us all the time… it’s about understanding how quickly that’s going to happen and how fast you need to respond,” says Shannon Gilmore, Managing Director at KPMG. In this week’s episode, she breaks down KPMG’s approach to innovation, how she evaluates enterprise investment opportunities, and keys for leading remote teams.

    23 min
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