Annual Creativity & Innovation Business Conferences
Third Annual Creativity and Innovation Conference
INNOVATING THE UPTURN: CREATING THE FUTURE
September 17, 2009
9:00am-4:00pm
DePaul University Conference Center
1 E. Jackson, 8th Floor, Chicago, IL
Cost: Early Registration (through Aug. 22, 2009): $149 ($175 thereafter)
Note this year new lower price in support of the conference theme!
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In the current period of economic recovery, businesses continue to confront economic and market challenges that require new approaches, collaboration with new strategic partners, and new ways to meet the evolving needs of the marketplace. Innovation plays a significant role as companies continue to innovate during the economic downturn to sustain business and to prepare for future growth. Businesses committed to innovation with a pipeline of improved offerings will be better positioned for new opportunities in their industries.
The 2009 Conference brings together innovation leaders and experts across industries and sectors from organizations such as: Kraft, Radio Flyer, Wm Wrigley Jr. , Brightstar, Streetwise, Fiveaccessories, DuPage County, LBL Strategies, Crafted Fun, University of Granada, Spain, DePaul University, and more!
Keynote Address: Tom Schlegel, Vice President of Product Development, Radio Flyer, winner of the Chicago Innovation Award. “Reinventing The Brand Through Design”
Plenary and Breakout Session Topics Include:
• “Driving Growth Through Open Innovation”
• “Innovate Relentlessly to Compete for the Future”
• “Building an Innovative Context to provide the Foundation for Innovation”
• ”Creating Job Opportunities and New Marketing Avenues Through Socially Conscious Partnerships”
• "DuPage County’s Path to Excellence: The Practical Application of Innovation and Strategy"
• “The Business Opportunities that Social Networking is Making Possible”
• “Yes! Envisioning Your Story in Times of Change”
• "Creating the Future: Emerging Industries and Innovation"
• “The New City: Chicago as a Model of Sustainability"
Second Annual Creativity and Innovation Conference
INNOVATE 2008: DESIGNING THE INNOVATIVE WORKPLACE
September 26, 2008
9:00am-4:15pm
1 E.
Cost: $325, includes lunch and closing networking reception
The spaces in which we work can be configured to promote collaboration, communication, and experimentation – key elements of organizational culture that result in innovation and high performance. Today’s business leaders recognize the importance of designing a workspace that not only considers functionality, but also connects and aligns individuals and teams with the company’s vision and strategy. Effective design can enable workers to achieve the creative collaboration necessary to produce novel products, services, and technologies for enhanced consumer experiences and business growth.
The 2008 Conference brings together business and academic leaders, as well as experts in design and innovation. Speakers include:
- Brian Knudson, Founder and CEO, NogginLabs
- Cathy Martin, Vice President of Restaurant Innovation, McDonald's
- David Schmahl, Senior Director, SmithBucklin Innovation Center
- Tom Stat, Associate Director, IDEO
- Warwick Stirling, Global Director of Innovation, and Nancy Tennant, Corporate Vice President of Leadership and Strategic Competencies, Whirlpool Corporation
- Ronald Watt, 2nd Vice President, New Growth Ventures, Trustmark Companies
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If you are a student, please register by sending your name
and information to: creativity_center@depaul.edu
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To see a detailed schedule of conference events and to learn more about out keynote sessions, visit Conference Details.
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