Ladies and Gentlemen, it’s a great honor to be here today, among the brightest minds in innovation. We’ve gathered here today to discuss one of the most important topics of our time: innovation. In a rapidly changing world, innovation is the key to solving the biggest challenges we face, and to creating a better future for all.

As we all know, innovation can be disruptive. It challenges the status quo and forces us to think differently. But it’s precisely this disruption that drives progress and leads to new solutions and breakthroughs. Without innovation, we would still be using horse-drawn carriages to get around and relying on candlelight to see at night.

Innovation is not just about creating new products or technologies, it’s about solving problems and making the world a better place. It’s about creating new and more efficient ways of doing things, reducing waste and improving quality of life.

However, disruptive innovation can also bring fear and uncertainty. People are often resistant to change, and the fear of the unknown can hold us back. But we must not let fear stand in the way of progress. We must embrace disruptive innovation and be bold in our thinking.

One of the biggest barriers to innovation is a lack of collaboration. Too often, people and organizations work in silos, unwilling to share ideas or resources. But innovation thrives when people come together to solve problems and create new solutions. Cross-disciplinary collaboration and inter-sector partnerships are essential to drive innovation forward.

The private sector has a crucial role to play in fostering innovation. By investing in research and development, and by partnering with the public sector and non-profit organizations, companies can drive progress and create a better future for all.

In conclusion, innovation is the key to solving the biggest challenges we face and creating a better future for all. We must embrace disruptive innovation and be bold in our thinking. By fostering collaboration and cross-disciplinary partnerships, we can drive progress and create solutions that will improve the lives of people around the world.

Thank you.

Source: Keynote Speech at DLD 2023, innovation festival