Nicholas Lalla founder of Tulsa Innovation Labs - C Suite Conversations

In this episode of C-suite Conversations, host Anthony Taylor speaks with Nicholas Lalla, founder of Tulsa Innovation Labs. They discuss the journey of establishing an innovation economy in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the importance of strategic focus and stakeholder engagement, and the challenges of change management in urban development. Nicholas emphasizes the need for cities to find their unique strengths and not simply emulate larger tech hubs like New York or San Francisco. The conversation highlights the potential for mid-sized cities to thrive by leveraging their assets and fostering inclusive growth.


00:00 Introduction to Tulsa Innovation Labs
02:46 Building an Innovation Economy
06:06 Strategic Focus and Stakeholder Engagement
08:50 Change Management in Urban Development
11:50 Decentralizing the Innovation Economy
14:47 Final Thoughts and Future Directions


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