In our latest episode of WOIConversations, hosted by Marcel Bogers and Marisol Menéndez, we speak with Aurelia Engelsberger — CEO of OMIND Platform. OMIND helps organizations embed innovation strategies into daily routines by combining digital tools, behavioral nudges, and facilitated workshops to build open mindsets and achieve measurable behavior change. Here are some highlights from our conversation: ✨ Practice → theory → practice: Aurelia’s journey from industry to PhD and b...

In this special episode, we sit down with Henry Chesbrough, father of the Open Innovation, on the occasion of his honorary doctorate at TU Eindhoven. We explore the early roots of open innovation, its global evolution, and how it connects to the transformation of Philips and the creation of the High Tech Campus Eindhoven. From there, we zoom out to discuss the rise of innovation ecosystems with Brainport Eindhoven as a case in point, and reflect on the critical role of ecosystem orchestrator...

In this episode, we sit down with Kamran Bagheri, entrepreneur, researcher, and translator of key Innovation books, for a friendly conversation on: 🔹 His journey into Open Innovation and what first drew him in 🔹 How he connects, rather than balances, his dual career across industry and academia 🔹 Lessons from working with senior executives on applying Open Innovation in practice 🔹 How AI is reshaping the landscape of innovation and what it means for openness One of the standout insights from ...

In this episode, Marcel Bogers, Professor of Open and Collaborative Innovation at TU Eindhoven, talks with Wim Vanhaverbeke, Professor Digital Strategy and Transformation at the University of Antwerp, for a rich conversation on: 🔹 The origins and evolving definitions of Open Innovation 🔹 Key success factors and common pitfalls for both large firms and SMEs 🔹 The lasting legacy of Henry Chesbrough and his impact on the field 🔹 ...and much more! One of the standout quotes from...

The WOIC Podcast is back! In this relaunch episode, Salar, Marcel, and Marisol discuss the return of the podcast, its focus, and what listeners can expect. · Why now? Marcel explains the story behind the podcast relaunch · Podcast format: Will there be rotating hosts or a set team? · Topics covered: Key themes in open innovation explored in the series · WOIC Ecosystem: How the podcast fits with OI Thursdays & Berkeley Open Innovation Seminars · Release schedule: Regular episodes or flexib...

WOIConversations is a podcast that brings together academia and industry to discuss Open Innovation. Refreshing and dynamic conversations among leaders in the field, with insights for academics, researchers, practitioners and Open Innovation enthusiasts. A video session, a podcast, and a good time to share and learn together. Our hosts are Marisol Menendez (https://www.marisolmenendez.com/) and Marcel Bogers (https://www.marcelbogers.com/). Producer: Jakob Pohlisch (https://bit.l...

WOIConversations is a podcast that brings together academia and industry to discuss Open Innovation. Refreshing and dynamic conversations among leaders in the field, with insights for academics, researchers, practitioners and Open Innovation enthusiasts. A video session, a podcast, and a good time to share and learn together. Our hosts are Marisol Menendez (https://www.marisolmenendez.com/) and Marcel Bogers (https://www.marcelbogers.com/). Producer: Jakob Pohlisch (https://bit.l...

WOIConversations is a podcast that brings together academia and industry to discuss Open Innovation. Refreshing and dynamic conversations among leaders in the field, with insights for academics, researchers, practitioners and Open Innovation enthusiasts. A video session, a podcast, and a good time to share and learn together. Our hosts are Marisol Menendez (https://www.marisolmenendez.com/) and Marcel Bogers (https://www.marcelbogers.com/). Producer: Jakob Pohlisch (https://bit.ly/3vvOFy4)...

WOIConversations is a podcast that brings together academia and industry to discuss Open Innovation. Refreshing and dynamic conversations among leaders in the field, with insights for academics, researchers, practitioners and Open Innovation enthusiasts. A video session, a podcast, and a good time to share and learn together. Our hosts are Marisol Menendez (https://www.marisolmenendez.com/) and Marcel Bogers (https://www.marcelbogers.com/). Recording and Editing Jakob Pohlisch (...

WOIConversations is a podcast that brings together academia and industry to discuss Open Innovation. Refreshing and dynamic conversations among leaders in the field, with insights for academics, researchers, practitioners and Open Innovation enthusiasts. A video session, a podcast, and a good time to share and learn together. Our hosts are Marisol Menendez (https://www.marisolmenendez.com/) and Marcel Bogers (https://www.marcelbogers.com/). The team consists of Jakob Pohlisch h...

WOIConversations is a podcast that brings together academia and industry to discuss Open Innovation. Refreshing and dynamic conversations among leaders in the field, with insights for academics, researchers, practitioners and Open Innovation enthusiasts. A video session, a podcast, and a good time to share and learn together. Our hosts are Marisol Menendez (https://www.marisolmenendez.com/) and Marcel Bogers (https://www.marcelbogers.com/). WOIConversations is brought to you by the Wor...

WOIConversations is a podcast that brings together academia and industry to discuss Open Innovation​. Refreshing and dynamic conversations among leaders in the field, with insights for academics, researchers, practitioners and Open Innovation enthusiasts. A video session, a podcast, and a good time to share and learn together.​ Our hosts are Marisol Menendez (https://www.marisolmenendez.com/) and Marcel Bogers (https://www.marcelbogers.com/). WOIConversations is brought to ...