Innovation Ahead by IRI

IS 2025 Session: Facilitated Session: Anticipating Innovation Challenges for the Future

IS 2025 Session: The Regulatory Landscape: Current State and Potential Challenges

IS 2025 Session: Transformational Innovation: From Vision to Value

IS 2025 Session: The ROI of Bold Ideas: Fueling the Innovation Pipeline

Webinar: Launch It Forward: An Entrepreneurial Path for Corporate Leaders to Commercialize Technologies

In this episode, we engage with Colin Scott, Nicole Mignacca, and Ellie Kim from Innventure, a leading firm renowned for transforming cutting-edge technology into successful market solutions. Join us as we explore Innventure's unique approach to reducing risks and accelerating commercial success through strategic collaborations and a systematic evaluation process.

Colin, Nicole, and Ellie share valuable insights into identifying high-potential technology opportunities, the critical role of strategic partnerships, and how they engage with multinational corporations to catalyze innovation. Learn about the challenges and metrics involved in the journey from concept to commercialization, and how Inventure’s model aims to ensure innovative solutions reach their maximum market impact. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the mechanics of bringing transformative technology to life!

Webinar: Navigating Extended Producer Responsibility: What’s Changing and What You Need to Know

The latest episode of the IRI podcast dives deep into the pressing issues surrounding innovation, sustainability, and legal compliance in the manufacturing sector. Join Lee Green as she hosts an insightful session with Lindsay Brown and Brad Molotsky, partners at Duane Morris and experts in environmental law and transactional real estate, respectively. Lindsay and Brad explore the intricacies of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations across various US states, discussing their impact on manufacturers, the complexities of compliance, and the importance of tracking and reporting.

They also address the growing significance of PFAS regulations and how they intersect with EPR, offering guidance for R&D professionals on preparing for upcoming legislative changes. This episode is a must-listen for those looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of sustainability and legal mandates. Don't miss the valuable advice and expert commentary on how to navigate these challenging times for innovators and manufacturers alike.

Webinar: Transforming R&D: How Generative AI is Reshaping Innovation

Join us for an engaging interview with Sean Ammirati, CEO of Growth Signals and Distinguished Service Professor of Entrepreneurship at Carnegie Mellon University, as he explores how generative AI enhancing speed and productivity in R&D. Sean will share how genAI is transforming ideation, literature discovery, and management practices like StageGate, while dispelling common misconceptions about its impact. Gain valuable insights into how this groundbreaking technology is reshaping the way innovation happens today—and where it’s headed.

Webinar: Navigating AI Risks: Tackling Nefarious Uses and Emerging Threats

Join us in this eye-opening episode as we sit down with Daniel Shin, a prominent cybersecurity researcher and COVA CCI research scientist, to delve into the growing concerns surrounding the nefarious use of large language models. Discover how these powerful AI tools are being exploited in unexpected ways, from generating fictitious travel books to creating synthetic video content for quick monetization.

Daniel shares valuable insights on the emerging risks posed by AI, including the surge in spam generation and the potential consequences for companies deploying AI technologies. He emphasizes the importance of proactive AI governance and cybersecurity measures to mitigate risks and ensure data privacy.

Learn about the innovative deepfake countermeasures and the future challenges in AI ethics and legality. This episode will equip you with essential knowledge to stay informed and prepared in the rapidly evolving landscape of AI technology.

Thought Leader Interview: Driving Circularity: A Thought Leader Interview with Brent Bell on the Future of Recycling

This episode features a compelling conversation with Brent Bell, VP of Recycling and President of Waste Management Recycle America, as he shares his insights on the evolution of the recycling landscape. Learn about WM's transformative $1.5 billion investment in recycling infrastructure, the shift from dual stream to single stream recycling, and the impact of lightweight packaging on recycling operations.

Explore the challenges and solutions surrounding demand for recycled materials, extended producer responsibility (EPR), and how companies are shifting towards designing for circularity. Brent discusses collaborations with brands to enhance product recyclability and the importance of consumer education in improving recycling rates.

As the episode unfolds, Brent sheds light on WM's strategies to meet increasing demand, from investing in chemical recycling projects to processing plastic films. Discover how regulatory changes, like minimum content regulations and EPR, are transforming the industry. Join us as we uncover the road ahead for recycling and sustainability.

Webinar: Unlocking Innovation: How Milliken’s R&D Digitized Lab Notebooks for Improved Knowledge Access

In this webinar, we’ll dive into how Milliken’s R&D team enhanced their research processes by digitizing handwritten lab notebooks. Learn how this shift has streamlined access to decades of internal knowledge, enhanced collaboration, and driven innovation across teams. Join us for a conversation about the journey, challenges, and the cutting-edge tools that made this transition possible.