Nathaniel shares his journey—from venture capital to spearheading Epicenter’s mission—and discusses the importance of customer discovery, building trust, and fostering cross-industry partnerships.

Ian and Paul explore the shift from broad IP enforcement to more targeted approaches in the digital age and discuss the challenges startups face in navigating AI and IP compliance. 

Natalie shares her remarkable journey from sales to shaping corporate innovation, offering a wealth of insights for anyone looking to drive change from within an organization.

With a background that spans from artist to museum planner to corporate strategist, Joseph shares how his journey has shaped his unique perspective on blending storytelling, sensory design, and technology to connect with people on a deeper level.

Eren shares his journey from developer to innovator, revealing the importance of addressing genuine business challenges over chasing technology trends.

Gigi explores the universal challenges and opportunities in corporate innovation, particularly when merging corporate structures with the agility of startups.

Luká shares the compelling origin story of Grapevine, inspired by the urgent supply chain failures witnessed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Grapevine aims to revolutionize the medical supply chain, offering solutions that drastically reduce costs for healthcare practices while enhancing patient care.

Rebecca shares her journey from a corporate background to the helm of a startup, providing a firsthand account of the challenges and exhilarations of navigating the startup landscape, especially in highly regulated industries. 

In this episode, Ian sits down with Logan Burchett, co-founder and COO of Forecastr, to explore the transformative impact of financial modeling on the startup ecosystem.

Ian and Matthew delve into the significance of incorporating play and experimentation into our professional lives, illustrating through personal anecdotes how these elements can unveil unexpected discoveries and spark innovation.

In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside podcast, Ian Bergman chats with Alina Adams about her journey from physics and engineering into the world of startups focused on sustainability and social entrepreneurship.

Ian Bergman engages with Robyn Bolton, innovator extraordinaire and founder of MileZero, known for her strategic acumen from her time at P&G to the insights gained under Clay Christensen’s tutelage. Robyn dives into her life as a risk-averse innovator, revealing how she molds breakthrough ideas into actionable strategies within the rigid frameworks of large corporations.

Christy Canida, Senior Director at Alchemist, joins host Ian Bergman for a deep dive into the intricate universe of corporate innovation. Christy's diverse background, spanning from the biotech industry to the helm of startups like Instructables—which later found its home with Autodesk—paints a vibrant backdrop to their conversation.

Bianca's career trajectory is far from conventional. Starting with aspirations in acting, she was drawn into the thriving startup environment of Berlin around 2011. Her innate ability to communicate complex ideas made her a sought-after figure in the world of startup pitch coaching.

Ian Bergman sits down with the dynamic David Luong, the Innovation Hub Leader at Qatar Airways. Responsible for shaping the journeys of its 34 million annual passengers, David offers a deep dive into the airport's relentless pursuit of innovation to enhance the traveler's experience.

This episode promises a whirlwind tour of the AI landscape, examining its transformative potential in fields like marketing and delving into the nuances between academic AI theories and real-world applications.

In the latest episode of Alchemist X Innovators Inside, hosted by Ian Bergman, we're ushered into the fascinating universe of corporate innovation. The episode casts a spotlight on JD Rico, the entrepreneurial mind behind Vox QI, an AI-driven content marketing platform. 

Join host Ian Bergman on AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast as he delves into Julieta Miranda's journey from El Salvador to launching her revolutionary startup, Kid-Drop. The energy ramps up as Julieta shares her exhilarating experience on Dragon's Den, which became the springboard for a significant investment in her startup. 

Join host Ian Bergman in the latest AlchemistX Innovators Inside podcast episode as he dives deep into a fascinating discussion with Mike Gadsby, Chief Innovation Officer at O3 World. From graphic design to the cutting-edge R&D space, listen as Gadsby recounts his journey while highlighting the crux of innovation—problem-solving for better user outcomes. 

Join host Ian Bergman in a captivating conversation with Jeffrey Diwakar, a seasoned innovator and leader in the corporate world, as they delve into the realms of corporate innovation, technology, and the future of the industry.

“Even in the most high-profile, high-powered companies, positions and titles, everyone is a human.” - Jennifer Kim

"Artificial intelligence, crypto… they're all technologies that I think that we can be investing in and cultivating for the betterment of humankind." - Michael Moreno

"Today, startups are disrupting in a way unbeknownst to them. We are disrupting what we were believing so hard, and what we are trying to keep so hard." - Peter Bae

“The challenge is that it's not just different tools that you need, but you need different kinds of leadership.” - Tiffany To

"When you bring in entrepreneurs, they tend to solve problems – really well." - Ashif Mawji

"Organizations and individuals being more entrepreneurial will help us get to better solutions on climate change, climate justice, diversity, equity, inclusion and taking advantage of the wisdom of more voices." - Diana Joseph

“What it comes down to is helping to serve our clients better, reducing costs and delivering projects that create opportunities for people.” - Veronica Siranosian

“Start with the client. You can start a business without a solution, but you cannot start a business without a client.” - Fernanda Bordin

"Once we can identify the pain point for certain customers and we identify the large unmet needs in the market, then we believe there is high potential or high possibilities of business success." - Shige Ihara

"You want to keep them motivated, you want to keep them moving forward, but at the same time you want to make sure that they understand that there are lessons to be learned and they should listen. People get too close to what they're passionate about and sometimes ignore all the facts." - Alan Boehme

"There is purpose in all sorts of things that we do. If you can make someone's job easier, if you can help someone sleep better at night, or whatever it is. Reach out and have those conversations. Understand the context of the people that interact with those products and services." - Christi Zuber