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AlchemistX: Innovators Inside

AlchemistX: Innovators Inside, Hosted by Ian Bergman

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What is new in Corporate Innovation, and why is it so hard? Join us for a series of interviews with thought leaders, founders, and high achievers inside the world of innovation. Through intimate conversations with Host and Head of AlchemistX, Ian Bergman, we explore what makes innovation so challenging. Guests range from established stars to the most exciting up-and-comers. Innovators Inside is a must-listen for anyone trying to instill a culture of curiosity into a large corporation or orga ...
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Career Blindspot

Juan Kingsbury

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Know Talent. Know Culture. No Excuses. The Career Blindspot Podcast, a show for leaders of ever changing work environments and the talent that grows within them. Each episode takes on workplace concepts such as HIRING, DEVELOPMENT, and LEADERSHIP, then offers unique insights for listeners to use today! Insights, Interviews, Ideas for the workplace.
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In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Denis Kalyshkin, principal at I2BF Global Ventures and Co-Founder and CBDO at YouStar, to explore the exciting world of corporate innovation and deep tech. Denis shares his inspiring journey from aerospace engineering to venture capital, discussing how his missi…
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In the Season Six Premiere of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Luká Yancopoulos, co-founder of Grapevine, to explore groundbreaking innovations in the healthcare supply chain. Luká shares the compelling origin story of Grapevine, inspired by the urgent supply chain failures witnessed during the COVID-19 pandemic.…
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In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside, Ian Bergman sits down with Rebecca Clyde, the co-founder and CEO of Botco.ai, to explore the intricate dance of innovation within the corporate and startup ecosystems. Rebecca shares her journey from a corporate background to the helm of a startup, providing a firsthand account of the challenges …
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In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside, Ian Bergman sits down with Alex Bergo, Managing Director of Innovation Norway on the US West Coast, to explore the intersections of innovation across public and private sectors globally. Alex shares insights from his experiences fostering sustainable development through innovation, detailing how stra…
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In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside, host Ian Bergman is joined by Chenny Xia, CEO and social impact entrepreneur of Gotcare. Discover how Chenny transformed her design-thinking background into a powerful mission, revolutionizing home care across Canada by closing gaps in the current healthcare system. She shares Gotcare's unique approa…
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In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside, host Ian Bergman and guest Rita Kim, founder of Partners for Growth, dive into the nuances of financial strategy and entrepreneurship. Rita recounts her familial legacy of entrepreneurship, detailing her evolution from a village banker's descendant to a financial consultant who navigated the complexi…
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In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside, host Ian Bergman sits down with Logan Burchett, co-founder and COO of Forecastr, to explore the transformative impact of financial modeling on the startup ecosystem. Their conversation reveals how Forecastr's innovative platform is making financial planning and analysis accessible to startups and sma…
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In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside, host Ian Bergman and storytelling expert Matthew Woodget explore the confluence of technology, storytelling, and the essence of human curiosity. Armed with insights from his journey through neurodiversity, Matthew uncovers storytelling's transformative power not just as a communicative tool but as a …
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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. Gendron shares his entrepreneurial journey from the aerospace sector to pioneering the development of TransPod, a company at the forefront of designing a high-…
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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. Alina, who has a track record of launching companies and teaching the next wave of entrepreneurs, shares her insights into how bu…
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In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside, host Ian Bergman engages with the dynamic Sydney Thomas, founder and general partner at Symphonic Capital, exploring the profound impact of venture capital on society. Broadcasting from sunny San Diego and foggy San Francisco, they discuss how Sydney's venture is revolutionizing the sectors of health…
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In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, host Ian Bergman welcomes Natalie Born, a principal consultant at Arch + Tower, to discuss the nuances of innovation in corporate settings. With a career that began in the bustling world of corporate America, Natalie quickly found her calling in product development and innovation. She shares …
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In this episode, Ian Bergman sits down with Brian Bell, managing partner at Team Ignite Ventures. Bell shares his remarkable story, transitioning from history to finance, experiencing disillusionment on Wall Street, and ultimately finding his true calling in the world of technology and venture capital. The episode delves deep into the realms of tec…
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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 mark…
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In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside, host Ian Bergman welcomes Amali de Alwis, a dynamic professional with a rich background in technology and innovation. Amali, known for her roles as CEO at Climate and Data Accelerator Subak, Managing Director at Microsoft for Startups UK, and CEO of Code First: Girls, shares her unique journey from a…
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In this episode of AlchemistX Innovators Inside, host Ian Bergman welcomes Sam Li, founder and CEO of Thoropass, a burgeoning startup transforming the compliance landscape for tech companies. With a background in software engineering and experiences at Goldman Sachs, Google, and Bain Capital Ventures, Sam shares his entrepreneurial journey leading …
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In this episode, 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…
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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.…
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Renowned startup pitch coach, political influencer, and now the mind behind an innovative dating platform, Bianca Praetorius, brings a wealth of diverse experiences to the table. In the latest episode of "AlchemistX Innovators Inside," Bianca sits down with host Ian Bergman to peel back the layers on her illustrious journey, offering listeners valu…
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In this AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast episode, host 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. One of…
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From an early passion ignited by Kurzweil's visionary writings to the creation of pioneering AI solutions, Hatalis chronicles his journey that defied convention. 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 re…
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In this episode of Alchemist X Innovators Inside, host Ian Bergman sits down with JD Rico, the visionary founder of Vox QI. Drawing from his unique educational background in anthropology and economics, JD shares the evolution of Vox QI - an AI-powered platform reshaping the landscape of content marketing. From the criticality of personalized conten…
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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. Discover how this single mom modernized kid transportation, faced entrepreneurial challenges head-on, and secured her first major investment from Dragon's Den. Dive into the imp…
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Join host Ian Bergman in the latest Alchemist X 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 ou…
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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. Discover the importance of fostering a growth mindset, leveraging emerging technologies, and building conviction for inno…
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Aleksandr Kravchenko is the Deputy Product Officer at EOS Data Analytics, an incredible geospatial data startup that was a recent participant in the AWS Space Accelerator powered by AlchemistX. Alex's product experience stretches back several years and several startups and builds on a prior career in journalism and politics.…
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“We’re not going to work with anyone who’s not actively in therapy or in some sort of mindfulness practice.” - Justin Foster CBQ - What does it mean to take on systemic change? Returning guest Justin Foster, is Co-Founder of Massive, a coaching practice that supports business leaders called to take on systemic change. What it means, what it takes a…
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"He's about precision, data, numbers, facts and especially in the absence of them you'll not be convincing him of much." - JK CBQ - What are Elon Musk’s DISC and Motivators? I'm profiling Elon Musk's natural style aka his DISC and Motivators aka how and why he PREFERS to do what he does. Do you lionize or demonize Elon, give a listen and see if you…
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“It [diversity] has nothing to do with equality… we will ultimately make better products." - Rebecca Clyde CBQ - Why is it so important to make healthcare more accessible? Today's guest is Rebecca Clyde, Co-Founder and CEO of BOTCO.ai, conversational ai or chatbots. She's talkng about building better business through leveraging diverse boards, UX, …
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Amanda L. Goltz, MPA is the U.S. Lead for Worldwide Healthcare Venture Capital and Startups at Amazon Web Services (AWS), responsible for managing a portfolio of digital health companies and driving opportunities with AWS's enterprise healthcare and life sciences business. In a previous role at Amazon, Amanda led partnerships to power voice AI expe…
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“All jobs look easy when you’re not the one doing it.” - Psychology of Money CBQ - Are Your Workplace Expectations Unrealistic? Seems like the wild west of workplace expectations, a one size fits all no longer applies. So when's the last time you've asked yourself if what you're asking for and expecting is feasible? CTA - Write down, regarding your…
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CBQ - Do our assessment results change? Let's briefly discuss SIGNIFICANT EMOTIONAL EVENTS, aka the cause of why our assessment results can and are likely to shift over time. To be clear, results changing isn't a complete overhaul. While it may be, usually it's subtle, your DISC style becomes less or more intense. Or the order of your motivators sh…
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Angela Lim is a serial health tech entrepreneur focused on innovative solutions and a former pediatric doctor at Auckland Hospital. She is the CEO and cofounder of Clearhead, a digital mental health company with a strong social mission to improve access to personalized care for everyone and empower them to maintain their well-being. Clearhead was o…
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"Resilience is your brains reaction to a current stimuli with a positive response." - Dr. Justice CBQ – What's the average person have in common with a 1940s schizophrenic? Today's guest Chief Neuroscientist at Neuro580, Dr. Justice. With over 30 years experience in the human capital/performance industry Dr. Justice founded Neuro580. Giving the wor…
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Carolyn has over a decade of experience as a supply chain and operations expert in the consumer packaged goods industry. Formerly running operations at brands like Fiji Water and Beyond Meat, she's currently the co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at Tiny Organics, an early childhood nutrition company focused on shaping baby and toddler palates …
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Don started out in the US Army before becoming a police detective specializing in fraud and computer crimes. He's been a special agent for the US Secret Service and an IT program director for the US Department of State. Most recently, he has been chief information officer for Nova Corporation, a Navajo Nation-owned firm that provides IT to federal …
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After almost eight years with Salesforce, Latrice was a senior director and regional vice president for Partner Marketing Field Distribution. Before joining Salesforce, Latrice worked as an executive and interactive producer with the branding agencies, Cibo Studio and Odopod. She has a degree in comparative literature from UC Berkeley, and she's an…
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Michael is the co-founder and CEO of CodePath, a 503 nonprofit transforming computer science education for underrepresented minorities at over 50 colleges and universities, doubling in size every semester. Working closely with major technology companies such as Cognizant, Microsoft, and Facebook, CodePath.org is changing what's being taught and how…
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“So much of the learning that happens in a job is informal, it’s peer to peer learning.” - Jennifer Smith CBQ - What is most crucial and undervalued in remote onboarding? CEO and founder of Scribe, Jennifer Smith joins us to share her expertise in onboarding new people. Scribe is a Saas that helps you shares knowledge. Scribe | Site PromoCode - "Ca…
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Demetria is the assistant professor of Medicine at the University of Colorado. Her career has taken a unique path. She has an MBA from the New York Institute of Technology and a PhD in communications from the University of Georgia. She's worked at Johnson and Johnson and the VA and is a certified spin instructor. Today, her focus is on helping heal…
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"A pointless meeting is a meeting that has no outcomes whatsoever.” - Catherine Lethbridge CBQ - What makes a meeting pointless? Let’s talking meetings, from pointless to expert level. Catherine Lethbridge, Head of Marketing and Communication at Workfacta. Workfacta is a next-generation solution for managing workflow, strategic planning outcomes & …
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Who is Jennifer Kim? Jennifer worked at Lever, the groundbreaking recruiting software company where she held every role from strategy to product to customer success to chief of staff. After leaving Lever, Jennifer founded Startup Recruiting Bootcamp, which aims to revolutionize how tech companies hire. She's also a prolific startup advisor and writ…
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“The leaders who make time to sharpen the saw, they’re doing that because they are clear on their WHY.” CBQ - When’s the best time to invest in a team workshop? Team workshop and trainings are a great way to create a common language for any team seek more effective communication, engagement and investing in the people who get the job done. While id…
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"I want people to genuinely eat good food." - Subash Yadav CBQ - Who is Mr. Momo? Returning guest Subash Yadav updates us on his mission to bring good food that taste good and makes you feel good. He's rebranded Everest Momo/Sherpa Kitchen into Mr. Momo and share the impact the last 2 years have had on himself, business and vision for what people e…
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“Reality is 1% what you think and feel, 99% what you don’t know.” - JK CBQ - Do you actually SEE your problem? Acumen is assessment 6of6 in our series. We cut deep by looking into how we/others view the world as well as ourselves. I reserve this tools for executive work and any 1on1 coaching, as it not only allows us to paradigm shift, but show the…
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Michael Moreno is the business development manager for VCs and start-ups at a little bookstore I.T. shop up in Seattle called Amazon Web Services. You may have heard of it. He is also a former CIA Officer with an MBA from UC Berkeley. Mike co-founded a startup of his own, Vault to bring clean energy infrastructure to the Middle East. He is a prolif…
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“Volunteering gave me an ability to learn new skills and to fail without losing my paycheck.” - Monica Martinez CBQ - What new class subject would you add to high school? Monica Martinez, Director of Operations for the Arizona Council of Economic Education, provides solutions for Arizona students and teachers. Closing the learning gap and leveragin…
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“Comics have always been the shotgun marriage between art and commerce. Ultimately if the commerce end of the equation doesn’t work out, there’s no more art.” - Ron Marz CBQ - What is the hero initiative? Ron Marz is a writer who kindly and constructively talks about the beginning and end of CrossGen Comics. An American comic book publisher founded…
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