Friday, 02 Oct 2020
Innovators Forum: Tony Sardella
A live, moderated conversation with Tony Sardella, founder and vice chairman of evolve24, a leader in big data, predictive analytics and strategic decision-making. Sardella also holds an adjunct professor position in the Olin Business School at Washington University, St. Louis, and was inducted as a Laureate of the Smithsonian Institute for his social and economic impact in the field of science and technology. Registration required.
Innovation Workshop: Creating Innovation Strategy Using Narrative-Based Design Methods
Associate professor of English Abram Anders will introduce narrative-based design methods that support a human-centered approach to creating an innovation strategy and communicating it through mindsets and practices that can impact behavior and performance. Participants will use these methods to explore opportunities and envision innovation strategies for adaptive leadership at ISU.
Friday, 09 Oct 2020
Innovators Forum: Thomas Stuermer
A live, moderated conversation with Thomas Stuermer, global managing director of the Google Business Group at Accenture. The alum has 25+ years of experience at the global professional services company, now focusing on digital marketing, cloud solutions, AI/Data, and industry vertical solutions. Registration required.
Friday, 16 Oct 2020
Innovators Forum: Alaina Money-Garman
A live, moderated conversation with Alaina Money-Garman, CEO of Garman Homes and Fresh Paint at Garman Homes. The homebuilder and speaker also authors the award-winning blog, "Build Like a Girl." Registration required.
Friday, 23 Oct 2020
Innovators Forum: Dennis Muilenburg
A live, moderated conversation with Dennis Muilenburg, owner, president and CEO of DAM CyFly Consulting. As Iowa State's inaugural Innovator-in-Residence, the ISU alum will work to create industry collaborations that will help students lead, create and succeed. He will draw on more than 30 years of experience at the Boeing Company. Registration required.
Friday, 30 Oct 2020
Innovators Forum: Bill Christiansen
A live, moderated conversation with Bill Christiansen, COO of PIC Genus Pork, a world leader in pig genetics and animal biotechnology. Christiansen has been with the company since 1993, serving in roles overseeing research, development and operations. Registration required.