99 — Innovating at the Edge: A Visionary Leap into Tomorrow with Kyle Nel
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How does one navigate the delicate dance between groundbreaking innovation and the practical realities of bringing those ideas to life?
In this week's episode we sit down with innovation powerhouse Kyle Nel, whose remarkable journey has taken him from leading Innovation at Lowe's Home Improvement, pioneering VR/AR, and launching 3D printers into space, to consulting on future energy projects across Europe and diving into AI and spectrometry. Kyle shares his insights on pushing traditional organizations towards significant, impactful projects based on consumer behavior, the importance of storytelling and strategic narratives in effecting organizational change, and his work with Singularity University. Reflecting on his career, Kyle emphasizes the acceleration of technological advancements and the necessity for rapid innovation adoption. He also highlights the fulfillment found in applying skills for a greater good, such as his volunteer work with BYU's Pathway Program to democratize education globally, encouraging listeners to consider the impact they can make through strategic narratives within their own organizations.
You can reach out to Kyle on LinkedIn.
Many thanks to Kyle for being our guest. Thanks also to our producer, Natalie Pusch; and our editor, Big Bad Audio.
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