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While the VSP Vision Innovation Challenge judges took time to deliberate during the final showcase in Chicago last week, Ruth Yomtoubian, head of the VSP Global Innovation Center, held a fireside chat with Brent Rasmussen, CEO of Visibly on his origin story, success in the vision care industry, and what makes the #visioncare industry so interesting. Here’s Brent’s #CallToAction for #entrepreneurs and #industryleaders in the space: "I work with hundreds of U.S. companies right now using our testing platform and I have a hard time finding another Ruth. If I go to a lot of our customers and say 'Who's your head of innovation? Who's looking at new things all the time?' They go, 'Well, what do you mean, Brent?' There are people out there—don't get me wrong—but there's very little collaboration amongst the industry about how can we move the vision care experience forward and how can unify these technologies together. I've seen a presentation from this group and another one from another team, but how do we bring these folks together? The one step that helped me out immensely was presenting at Bart Foster's first Optical Innovation Summit in Boulder, CO seven years ago. I met our two largest customers there, three of our investors there, and the leads and guidance from leaders at the event accelerated our business. More #collaboration just has to happen." #visioninnovation #VSP #eyecare #innovation

I'm thrilled to be representing Lucent Innovation with Nitesh at Booth #304 at eMerge Americas this year. I'm looking forward to catching up with friends and colleagues, and meeting new people who are passionate about innovative software solutions. 𝘈𝘐 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘘𝘶𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘮 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨? 𝘞𝘦 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘎𝘦𝘦𝘬! #emergeAmericas has a special focus on #AI and #QuantumComputing this year, and we're diving right in! We'll be showcasing our expertise and eager to chat with anyone interested in these exciting fields at our #booth 304. 𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘞𝘦 𝘋𝘰 𝘔𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘵! Don't be shy if AI and Quantum Computing aren't your thing. As a tech-agnostic company, we're here to help with any software need you might have. Our main goal is to see your client projects succeed, regardless of the specific technology involved. 𝘔𝘪𝘢𝘮𝘪 𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩 𝘚𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘪𝘵! #Miami is such a vibrant tech hub, and I recently had a blast meeting new people at the Deep Tech Brunch meet up by Draper Cygnus and Lazo. It solidified my belief that software companies aren't competitors, but rather partners working together to solve problems. 𝘔𝘺 𝘔𝘰𝘵𝘵𝘰: 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘪𝘴 𝘒𝘦𝘺! During one conversation at the Deep Tech Brunch #meetup, I shared something important to other partners: software companies aren't competitors, we're all partners working towards solving problems. That's why my personal motto is: 𝑫𝒐𝒏'𝒕 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒆, 𝑱𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝑪𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆! 𝘑𝘰𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘶𝘯 𝘢𝘵 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘵𝘩! We've got some fun #surprises planned for our booth, including some engaging #games! Come by, play a game, and walk away with some exciting #prizes (and maybe some new knowledge about what we do). 𝘚𝘦𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘵 𝘌𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘦 𝘈𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢! Stop by Booth 304 and say hi! I'd love to chat and see how we can help you with your software needs. P.S. Feel free to share this post if you know someone who might be interested! Yaani Patel GaNesh T Kausarbanu Savani Kunal Modi Namrata Nambiar Nikita Mevada Nishita M. SIMRAN DISTVAR Aniket Mehrolia Vaishali Raj Singh Priyanka Sharma Krunal Prajapati MITESH PATEL Aman Jain Harshad Parmar Nirav Varsani

As we wrap up Innovation Imagined Week, we want to thank everyone for their contributions. Let’s celebrate the innovative ideas that push our organizations forward. Remember, innovation comes in all sizes – not just the big moments, but the small, everyday contributions that shape the future. #InnovationImaginedWeek #CelebratingInnovation #ThePowerOfIdeas #FutureOfInnovation

🚨 FINAL CHANCE TO SAVE: Only 2 Days Left Before Prices Increase! PLUS! Step into “𝗖𝗥𝗘𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀” at CREtech New York, where innovation meets insight in a series of intimate, curated breakout discussions. These sessions are designed to spark meaningful connections and explore the big ideas shaping the future of real estate. Whether you’re a champion of a specific topic, actively involved in building or investing in new solutions, or a real estate leader looking for fresh perspectives, these roundtable discussions offer direct access to key industry stakeholders. 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 🔹PropTech and the Evolving Workplace: Bridging Technology, Tenant Experience, and Operational Efficiency brought to you by CoreNet Global | November 13 at 10:45 AM 🔹Inbuilding Connectivity – Navigating a Changing Landscape, Roles and Responsibilities brought to you by Dense Air | November 13 at 1:00 PM 🔹Thinking Long-Term: How to Unlock Commercially Successful Decarbonisation and ESG Strategies brought to you by Omnidian | November 13 at 2:00 pm 🔹Building your DEI Strategy Today brought to you by Altus Group | November 14 at 10:45 am 🔹From Insights to Impact – How AI and LLMs are Driving Commercial Value in CRE brought to you by Blue Orange Digital | November 14 at 1:00 pm LEARN MORE 👉https://bit.ly/4hyRofB **𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻? Make sure you're registered for CREtech New York! All attendees are welcome to join the CREtech Conversations. Block your calendar for the sessions that interest you, then find an open seat in the Conversations Lounge. Seating is limited, so arrive early to secure your spot** 💸𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝗻 $𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗯𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟲! ➡ https://bit.ly/48CfYIC #CREtechNewYork2024 #CREInnovation #Innovation #CREtech #BuiltWorld #Tech #Technology #RealEstate #NYCRETW Michael Beckerman Lindsey Imperatore Kay Ross-Baker Lauren Watson Kyle Halls Emily Wright

Throwing it back to the electrifying atmosphere of Future Fest🚀. The energy, the connections, and the endless opportunities for innovation were truly unparalleled. Grateful for every moment spent amidst visionary minds shaping tomorrow's world! #futurefest2024 #Innovation #Networking #connectivity #techenthusiast #digitalanalytics #digitalworkplace #innovation #digitalcreator #contentcreation

Time is ticking to nominate your company for Octane's High Tech Awards, celebrating innovation in Orange County's tech sector. Join the ranks of esteemed winners like Johnson & Johnson MedTech and Edwards Lifesciences across 11 categories, from Best Technology Leadership to Best Large Disruptor. Nomination is free, offering a unique platform to highlight your company's achievements, elevate its profile, and attract top talent. Don't miss the April 5th deadline to be recognized among the best in tech innovation. Elevate your company by nominating for categories such as Best Technology CEO and Best Large Disruptor/Innovator at the 2024 High Tech Awards. Acknowledge your team's hard work, share your success story, and position your company as a leader in innovation. Past winners like Maria Moskver and Terran Orbital Corporation have shown the value of this accolade in attracting partnerships and talent. Join this prestigious group and make your mark in the Orange County tech community before nominations close on April 5th. Nominate Your Company Today: https://bit.ly/3TKF0zt #OCInnovation #HTA2024

If you're attending the LeadingAge California Annual Conference & Expo this week, you won't want to miss this session by ThriveWell Tech Chief of Strategy & Growth Majd Alwan! In today's digital age, technology is reshaping #seniorliving, and this session is your guide to navigating this transformative journey. Explore the profound impact of digital innovation on communities and uncover opportunities for enhanced resident experiences and operational efficiency. Discover real-world case studies and best practices, gaining insights into the strategic roadmap for successful digital transformation in senior living. #LeadingAgeCA #SeniorLivingTech #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #ConferenceSession

#GlobalCEOs BUSINESS ON THE MOVE. Don’t expect to find Radiant CEOs doing business in traditional spaces. 😀 New Economy. New Thinking. New locations. New ways of engaging. Grateful for the New. And yet the Norm for some. 😀 PS. Always love a great meal and great company = Great business? #RadiantCEO #AceCEO #ChiefIgniter #successprincipleswithudo  #businessunusual #neweconomy #newthinking #gomegabusiness #radiancewithudo

We're thrilled to announce that PD-value is gearing up for one of the most anticipated tech gatherings of the year - Viva Technology in Paris! 🇫🇷 We recognize the immense value of being at the forefront of innovation, which is why we're thrilled to be part of this buzzing event. Our CEO, Jeroen Elassaiss-Schaap, will be representing us, showcasing our commitment to driving positive change through technology. Viva Technology is more than just a conference; it's a global hub where visionaries, innovators, and disruptors converge to shape the future of industries. This dynamic platform offers unparalleled opportunities for networking, collaboration, and learning from the best minds in the business. Attending Viva Technology isn't just about showcasing our latest advancements—it's about engaging with fellow techies, exploring emerging trends, and forging partnerships that will propel us into the next era of life sciences. We're excited to connect with fellow innovators, share insights, and explore new avenues for growth. See you at Viva Technology! #VivaTech #Innovation #Tech #FutureForward #Networking #Collaboration

Thank you Qmarkets and Michael J Stilger for including SkyTeam with such a prestegious group of Innovation Roundtable® peers (including Audi, Coca-Cola, Loreal, Shell, et al). Some of the insights and takeaways from the presentations & discussions: 👉 Open innovation platforms are force multipliers but require their own community building & curation (and associated challenges) 👉 Key criteria for success are C-level sponsorship & business-impact driven focus, yet innovation KPIs need to be selected carefully (not the same as project/product/sales) 👉 many company strategies are withdrawing from horizon-3 to core priorities, affecting how their innovation teams are organized and function (example: from disruptive/venture building to incremental/labs). Also included a fascinating AI design master-class from Dan Kraemer and IA Collaborative - AI is moving fast and multi-agent systems will drive another exponetial leap. Finally the opportunity to discover the collaboration of PwC & Julian Kawohl 's Ecosystemizer with a framework for business innovation ecosystems that complement and work together to create better customer value. Now for me to digest all of this...! https://lnkd.in/eQCwaXqS Noah Nater