INNOVATION STRATEGY

Fostering Innovation Communities

An Interview with Renata Alves, Digital Innovation Manager, BASF - Renata Alves is a Digital Innovation Manager at BASF, where she plays a critical role in fostering innovation communities and driving digital transformation. Over the five years, her team has...

Understanding Consumer Needs

An Interview With Kimberly-Clark - Kimberly-Clark focuses on delivering innovative hygiene and personal care solutions to consumers and businesses. This company offers a wide range of products, including disposable diapers, feminine...

Stirring Seasonal Strategies

An Interview With Zach Poelma, Senior Vice President of Strategy and, Insights Center of Excellence at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits - In the spirited arena of beverage innovation, where trends fizz and fade like bubbles in a glass, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits stands as a master mixologist of market insight. This isn&#...

Scent, Story, Innovation

An Interview with Anne Du Bois, the founder of Savon Du Bois - In the aromatic world of artisanal fragrances, innovation isn’t just about new scents—it’s about crafting olfactory narratives that challenge conventions and awaken memories. Our...

Revolutionizing Women's Wellness

An Interview with Jamie Norwood and Cynthia Plotch,, Co-Founders of Winx Health - The women’s health aisle is getting a much-needed makeover, thanks to Winx Health’s pioneering approach to vaginal and sexual wellness for Gen-Z. Co-founders Cynthia Plotch and Jamie...

Cultivating Natural Beauty

An Interview with Laura Whitaker, the Founder Behind Wildcraft Skincare - In an industry often dominated by synthetic formulas and fleeting trends, Wildcraft Skincare stands out as a beacon of authenticity and innovation. Laura Whitaker, the visionary founder behind this...

Culture-Driven Brand Innovation

An Interview with David Lee, Sr. Director, Global Licensing &, Cultural Marketing at Kellanova - In an era where traditional marketing strategies are losing their edge, Kellanova is pioneering a fresh approach to consumer engagement. David Lee, Sr. Director of Global Licensing & Cultural...

Revolutionizing Skin Health

An Interview With Amy Gordinier, Founder and CEO of Skinfix - In the ever-evolving world of skincare, few brands have made as significant an impact as Skinfix. Founded by Amy Gordinier, this innovative company has redefined our approach to skin health by...

Reimagining Fertility Care

An Interview with Jake Kent, Co-Founder and CEO of Dandi - In an industry often focused on clinical outcomes, Dandi is taking a refreshingly human-centered approach to fertility care. We sat down with Jake Kent, Co-Founder and CEO of Dandi, to explore how...

AI: Dating Fatigue's Antidote?

An Interview with Roman Khaves, Co-Founder of RIZZ - Dating app fatigue is the tech world’s latest buzzword, but what if we’re misdiagnosing the problem? The issue may not lie with weary users, but with the apps themselves. As millions...

Decoding Grocery Minds

An Interview With Mary Kromer, Business Acceleration Consultant at 84.51° - In a world where even deciding what’s for dinner can feel overwhelming, Mary Kromer and her team at 84.51° are on a mission to revolutionize grocery shopping. As a business acceleration...

Food Evolution and AI

An Interview with Noosheen Hashemi, CEO of January AI - January AI is rewriting the rules of product development. By harnessing the power of AI and digital twin technology, this pioneering company is predicting consumer reactions to foods before they...

Investing in Sustainable Solutions

An Interview with Frances Edmonds, Head of Sustainable Impact,, HP Canada - Frances Edmonds is the Head of Sustainable Impact at HP Canada, where she is responsible for business development and oversees Corporate Social Responsibility programs nationally. With a focus on...

The Power of Cross-Field Collaboration

An Interview with Dr. Jassim Al Awadhi, Senior Director Transformation, Independent Expert, Speaker - Dr. Jassim Al Awadhi has 20+ years of experience in the telecommunication sector, including engineering, product development and design, project management, and customer experience—designed and...

Planet-Conscious Sun Protection

An Interview with Ty McLaren, Hiro Shinn and Kapono Chun, Founders, Koa - Koa co-founders Ty McLaren, Hiro Shinn and Kapono Chun were raised under the relentless Hawaiian sun, where the outdoors became a playground and the sun, a constant companion. They soon came to...

Protecting Our Oceans

An Interview with Program Director at MSC Canada Kurtis Hayne - Kurtis Hayne, Program Director of MSC Canada, dives deep into the future of ocean conservation, unveiling inspiring everyday actions to protect our seas and sharing compelling insights from the 2024...

Pioneering Sustainable Footwear Technology

An Interview with Glenn Barrett, Founder, Ortholite - Entrepreneur Glenn Barrett revolutionized the footwear segment of the sporting goods industry by making shoes more comfortable. In 1997, Barrett introduced an open-cell PU foam insole technology...

Innovating Through Dupe Culture

An Interview with Vidyuth Srinivasan, CEO & Co-Founder of Entrupy - In today’s ever-evolving luxury market, the rise of dupes and counterfeit products has sparked significant debate, particularly among Gen Z consumers who often flaunt their finds. Recent...

Tech-Driven Eco Awareness

An Interview with Craig Perlmutter, President, Arcadia Earth - As the president of Arcadia Earth Toronto, Craig Perlmutter is known for his detail-oriented, hands-on leadership merged with an enthusiasm for the outdoors, entertainment, hospitality, education...

Pioneering Clean Beauty

An Interview with Natalie St-Pierre,, Senior Manager of Innovation - Skincare at Marcelle - As the dynamic Senior Manager of Innovation - Skincare at Marcelle, Natalie St-Pierre has a passion for pioneering new concepts and orchestrates every facet of skincare innovation within the company....