John Bessant is an Emeritus Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Exeter. John has dedicated over 40 years to research and consultancy in technology and innovation management. John has advised various national governments and international organizations, including the United Nations, The World Bank, and the OECD. He is also known for his extensive contributions to the literature on innovation, having authored numerous books on the subject. He brings a wealth of expertise to the discussion. For this conversation, Colin Nelson, the new co-host of The Innovation Room podcast, interviewed John. In today’s episode, we cover: • Development of innovation practices and challenges in distinguishing effective methods • Leadership role in driving organizational shifts and fostering innovation.

• Transition towards open innovation and creation of ecosystems. • Shifting towards sustainability. • Dynamic capabilities and what it means. • Present and future challenges. • The disconnect between executive leaders and innovators. — Brought to you by Hype Innovation - a global leader in innovation management software and services. With HYPE, organizations can engage employees, customers, and partners in idea generation and collaborative problem-solving. Learn more: https://www.hypeinnovation.com/

As part of HYPE Innovation, Viima has expanded its capabilities to further democratize innovation and support organizations in achieving excellence in this field. Find the full transcript at: Listen to the audio version: Where to find John Bessant: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbessant/ • Website: https://blog.singleton.io/ Where to find Colin: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colin-nelson-ab41001/