Category creation helps founders, operators, and innovation leaders stop competing in crowded markets and start defining new ones. Kevin Maney, co-author of Play Bigger, co-founder of Category Design Advisors, and author of The Category Creation Formula, breaks down how companies create demand, shape customer behavior, and become category leaders.
Why is the hardest part of innovation letting go of what once worked? John Michael offers a rare perspective on this challenge, drawing from a diverse background in professional ballet, nonprofit leadership, and entrepreneurship. A Harvard-trained expert in adaptive leadership, he has spent years advising teams through the complexities of deep organizational change.
In this episode, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and author Vivienne Ming explains why the biggest opportunity in AI is not automation, but helping people think better, ask better questions, and solve harder problems.
In this episode, Wendy Gonzalez, CEO of Sama, breaks down why high-quality data, human-in-the-loop systems, and clear evaluation standards are essential for building AI that actually works at scale.
In this episode, Dhruv C. Patel, Co-Founder of Syncurrent, explains how AI is helping public sector teams find grants, reduce admin work, and unlock funding opportunities that often go unused.
What if innovation is not about moving faster, but moving with purpose? In this episode of Innovators Inside, Ian Bergman sits down with Dr. Hisham Alasad, head of innovation enablement at Qatar Airways, to unpack a human-first view of innovation shaped by fintech, academia, and a bold move to Qatar.
What does it really take to lead through constant disruption? Jim Stallings, Founder and CEO of PS27 Ventures, shares lessons from a career spanning the U.S. Marine Corps, senior leadership roles at IBM, and now early-stage investing.
In this episode, Ghazenfer Mansoor, Founder and CEO of Technology Rivers and author of Beyond the Download, breaks down how to build AI and software products people actually use, not just download.
Startups and corporates need each other. But most partnerships fall apart. In this episode, Ian Bergman talks with Noga Tal about what actually makes these relationships work.
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In this episode, Marcelo Calbucci breaks down the innovation habits that shaped his career at Microsoft, Amazon, and across six startups. He explains why small, fast iterations beat big plans, how narrative-driven strategy unlocks clarity, and why today’s founders should embrace niche, hyper-specialized solutions.
Why do so many high achievers hit every goal, earn the title, build the company, and still feel lost or unfulfilled? In this episode, Dr. Sharon Spano, PhD, explains what actually happens when driven founders and executives outgrow hustle and need a deeper way to lead.
Sherwood “Woody” Neiss explains how investment crowdfunding grew from an eight-bullet outline into a 485-page regulation that opened startup investing to everyday people.
Discover how It’s Electric founder Tiya Gordon is transforming urban EV charging with simple, scalable infrastructure.
Discover powerful marketing insights from Alistair Croll, author of Just Evil Enough. Learn how legitimacy, subversion, and creative go-to-market strategies can help innovators stand out in today’s fast-changing attention economy.
Discover how Maura O’Neill, founder of The Decade Project and former Chief Innovation Officer at USAID, is redefining entrepreneurship to reflect America’s true diversity. Explore her framework for inclusive innovation, access to capital, and bold change.
In this episode, Ron Green draws on over 30 years of hands-on experience in artificial intelligence to reveal how companies can unlock its full potential.
Discover the key insights from Robyn Bolton’s new book Unlocking Innovation. Learn why innovation isn’t an idea problem but a leadership one.
If you're building a startup or buying enterprise tech, this conversation is packed with strategy, insight, and inspiration.
Tune in to discover actionable takeaways on harnessing AI to automate the mundane, crafting spaces that foster real human interaction, and leading product innovation in a world where technology accelerates teamwork—but only human insight sparks true transformation.
Discover the top 5 insights from Celia Wanderley on continuous learning, innovation portfolios, AI governance, and responsible risk-taking for practical innovation.
Discover five actionable innovation lessons from Moody’s Director of Strategy and Innovation, Conrad Wade, as he and Ian discuss customer‑first discovery, AI culture & more.
Victor reveals the Panini Effect—his practical framework for sandwiching top-down vision with grassroots momentum—to push bold ideas through even the most risk-averse organizations.
Through a candid conversation that spans her humble beginnings, lessons in risk-taking, and the power of a strong vision, Stephanie shares insights that will inspire you to take control of your own destiny.
Azita Esmaili, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at Eviden explores the dynamic interplay between AI, innovation management, and future-proofing organizations.
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.
Manas Talukdar, a seasoned leader in enterprise AI and data infrastructure, explore the evolution of cloud-native data platforms and the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on businesses.
Amir shares his journey from his early days in the networking industry to founding Alkira and explains how his company is rethinking networking as a service using cloud infrastructure.
In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Daniela Kandel, the co-founder and CEO of the Evergreen Innovation Platform, to explore how impact-driven innovation is reshaping industries—especially in agriculture.
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.
Moisés shares his unconventional journey—from architecture and computer science to leading transformative corporate innovation—and the principles that have shaped his success.
Sam shares his journey from in-store signage to developing a cutting-edge retail intelligence platform that utilizes RFID and AI to enhance the shopping experience.
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.
Myrna discusses her company's innovative approach to synthetic environments, which extends beyond traditional digital twins by simulating complex systems and future scenarios.
Eren shares his journey from developer to innovator, revealing the importance of addressing genuine business challenges over chasing technology trends.
Alex shares the evolution of YouMail from a voicemail service to a robust platform and outlines the importance of adaptive business strategies in response to technological advancements and consumer feedback.
Gigi explores the universal challenges and opportunities in corporate innovation, particularly when merging corporate structures with the agility of startups.
Together, Ian and Lisa explore the critical role of subtraction in driving innovation, how AI reshapes problem-solving while leaving space for human ingenuity, and the importance of fostering curiosity in a fast-paced world.
Denis shares his inspiring journey from aerospace engineering to venture capital, discussing how his mission to support humanity’s long-term impact drives his work in transforming legacy industries like construction, logistics, and manufacturing.
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.
The discussion highlights the necessity of an entrepreneurial mindset in identifying and capitalizing on emerging trends. Alex uses his background in machine learning to understand the shifts needed to transition from traditional industries to sustainable alternatives.
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, host Ian Bergman engages with Sebastien Gendron, co-founder and CEO of TransPod, in a riveting discussion about the future of transportation.
In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside, Ian Bergman welcomes Natalie Born, a principal consultant at Arch + Tower, to discuss the nuances of innovation in corporate settings. She shares her journey, highlighting the complexities and human elements of integrating newly acquired companies into larger platforms.
In this episode, Ian Bergman sits down with Brian Bell, managing partner at Team Ignite Ventures. Bell shares his remarkable story of transitioning from history to finance, experiencing disillusionment on Wall Street, and ultimately finding his true calling in technology and venture capital.
In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside, host Ian Bergman welcomes Peter Giordano, a go-to-market strategy expert with over 30 years of experience in the tech industry. Peter's journey, which includes transformative roles at Net Gravity/DoubleClick, VMware, and Google Cloud, is packed with lessons on innovation, strategic thinking, and market dynamics.
