Accomplished Speaker
Thad is known for his insightful talks on topics that engage his audience and leaves them hungry for more. He excels at tailoring his remarks for each situation. Examples of some of his popular talks include:
Innovation: Faster and Better
As a seasoned technology entrepreneur and the innovation strategist behind the growth of Lake Nona Medical City in Orlando, Thad draws on a wealth of experience and stories that provide insights to anyone interested in accelerating innovation in their organization, community or region.
Designing and Planning Innovation Ecosystems
Transforming metropolitan or regional economies is hard work. Anchored by innovation ecosystems that support collaboration and cross-pollination, some regions have thrived while others have struggled. A student of innovation clusters, with a track record of success, Thad shares lessons learned and how they can be applied to other locales.
Innovation =
Talent x Ideas x Capital
Innovation and value creation are the product of new ideas, talented human beings, and financial investment. This three-legged stool depends on access to each at the right time and in abundant quantities. Thad speaks from experience on the particular role of universities in accelerating ideas through robust research and producing the essential talent pipeline that distinguishes vibrant innovation economies from regions that increasingly lag behind.
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