Innovators Inside

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman welcomes Matt Brady , Strategy & Growth Advisor at Innosight , to uncover how venture studios are reshaping the way corporations and universities launch disruptive startups. Dive into a masterclass on strategic innovation as Matt shares his winding journey from aerospace consulting at Booz Allen to pioneering the venture...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman gets philosophical with Ciara Peter, Senior Vice President of Product at Robin , to explore how AI and hybrid work are reshaping the future of innovation. Ciara draws on 18 years in B2B SaaS and her product leadership at Robin to unpack: Redefining Product Management : Why the PM’s real job is strategic customer research and...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Celia Wanderley , Chief Innovation Officer and Head of AI at Bits In Glass , to unpack the mindset, methods, and guardrails that power today’s most effective innovation. Together, they explore how to stay ahead in a world of constant AI breakthroughs and turn proof-of-concepts into production-ready solutions. Y...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Danny Brickman , CEO and co-founder of Oasis Security , to explore the rapidly growing threat of non-human identities in enterprise systems. As AI agents, machine workflows, and digital tools proliferate, companies are facing a new kind of cybersecurity challenge—one that traditional identity and access managem...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Conrad Wade—Director of Strategy & Innovation at Moody’s—to unpack the real‑world playbook behind turning Fortune 500 scale into startup‑speed creativity. Conrad reveals why every one of Moody’s 14,000 employees is now considered a “prompt engineer,” and how that mindset shift is helping the 115‑year‑old fi...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Victor Mulas , the first Chief Innovation Officer at Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC) , to unpack a 20-year journey that stretches from telecom deregulation in Europe to shaping startup hubs on three continents. Victor reveals the Panini Effect —his practical framework for sandwiching top-down vision with gras...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with marketing maven and entrepreneurial force, Stephanie Melodia , to uncover the secrets behind hacking luck in both startup and corporate worlds. Stephanie shares how embracing a mindset of accountability, visionary thinking, and calculated risk-taking can transform setbacks into breakthrough opportunities. Throu...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Azita Esmaili , Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at Eviden , to explore the dynamic interplay between AI, innovation management, and future-proofing organizations. They dive into the rapid pace of technological change and discuss how building a culture of continuous learning, experimentation, and data-dr...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Nathaniel Smith , Epicenter Memphis’ Director of Programs, to explore how Memphis is transforming its economic landscape through innovation. They dive into how the city’s robust logistics and medical device industries are pivoting towards tech-driven solutions to drive growth and efficiency. Nathaniel shares hi...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Manas Talukdar , a seasoned leader in enterprise AI and data infrastructure, to explore the evolution of cloud-native data platforms and the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on businesses. Manas shares his journey from building middleware and pioneering distributed systems to leading innovative...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Amir Khan , CEO and founder of Alkira , to explore groundbreaking advancements in networking technology. Amir shares his journey from his early days in the networking industry to founding Alkira and explains how his company is rethinking networking as a service using cloud infrastructure. Key takeaways include:...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Daniela Kandel , co-founder and CEO of the Evergreen Innovation Platform . Daniela shares her journey from impact investment and the vibrant Israeli startup ecosystem to building sustainable innovation models for smallholder farmers. Throughout the conversation, she discusses how aligning core values with busin...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, host Ian Bergman interviews Paul Reinitz about the evolving relationship between AI and intellectual property. Paul shares his journey from IP law in the music industry to leading IP compliance at Getty Images, highlighting how generative AI is reshaping IP practices and business strategies.  They explore the shift from broad IP enforcem...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Natalie Neelan , Director of Innovation at Boston Mutual Life Insurance and author of Rebel at Work: How to Innovate and Drive Results When You Aren't the Boss . Natalie shares her remarkable journey from sales to shaping corporate innovation, offering a wealth of insights for anyone looking to drive change...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Moisés Noreña , a seasoned innovation leader with an extraordinary career spanning Whirlpool , Allstate , Moen , and now MiTek . Moisés shares his unconventional journey—from architecture and computer science to leading transformative corporate innovation—and the principles that have shaped his success.  Throug...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman welcomes Sam Vise , the co-founder and CEO of Optimum Retailing , to discuss the transformative power of technology in the retail sector. Sam shares his journey from in-store signage to developing a cutting-edge retail intelligence platform that utilizes RFID and AI to enhance the shopping experience. Throughout their convers...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman welcomes Joseph Banh , Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at Avida , to discuss the art and science of creating meaningful experiences through innovation. With a background that spans from artist to museum planner to corporate strategist, Joseph shares how his journey has shaped his unique perspective on blending storytell...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman interviews Myrna Bittner, CEO and founder of RUNWITHIT Synthetics . Myrna discusses her company's innovative approach to synthetic environments, which extends beyond traditional digital twins by simulating complex systems and future scenarios. Her team creates dynamic models that integrate diverse data sources to help organiz...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman speaks with Eren Hukumdar , co-founder and CEO of Entrapeer , about transforming corporate innovation through strategic partnerships with startups. Eren shares his journey from developer to innovator, revealing the importance of addressing genuine business challenges over chasing technology trends. They explore how AI-driven...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman and Alex Quilici , CEO of YouMail , explore the critical issues of communication security and the innovative strategies YouMail employs to tackle spam calls and fraud. Alex shares the evolution of YouMail from a voicemail service to a robust platform leveraging vast data analytics to protect users from unwanted communications...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, host Ian Bergman welcomes Gigi Wang , an entrepreneur, corporate innovation expert, and industry fellow at UC Berkeley . Gigi shares her incredible journey from Taiwan to Silicon Valley, discussing her engineering career, entrepreneurship lessons, and the cross-cultural leadership insights she’s gained. Drawing from her experience workin...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, host Ian Bergman sits down with Lisa Bodell , futurist, founder of FutureThink , and champion of simplicity and innovation. Lisa shares her journey from advertising to leading FutureThink and discusses how companies often overcomplicate innovation efforts while missing the key to success: simplifying processes to make room for creativity...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Denis Kalyshkin , principal at I2BF Global Ventures and Co-Founder and CBDO at YouStar, to explore the exciting world of corporate innovation and deep tech. Denis shares his inspiring journey from aerospace engineering to venture capital, discussing how his mission to support humanity’s long-term impact drives...

In the Season Six Premiere of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Luká Yancopoulos , co-founder of Grapevine , to explore groundbreaking innovations in the healthcare supply chain. Luká shares the compelling origin story of Grapevine, inspired by the urgent supply chain failures witnessed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Grapevine aims to revolutionize the medical sup...

In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside, Ian Bergman sits down with Rebecca Clyde , the co-founder and CEO of Botco.ai , to explore the intricate dance of innovation within the corporate and startup ecosystems. Rebecca shares her journey from a corporate background to the helm of a startup, providing a firsthand account of the challenges and exhilarations of navigating the startup land...