WOIConversations - season 2 - Episode 2

The second episode of WOIConversations Season 2 is out now!

Episode title: Exploring Open Innovation with Wim Vanhaverbeke: Strategy, Scale & Chesbrough’s Legacy


In this episode, Marcel Bogers, Professor of Open and Collaborative Innovation at TU Eindhoven, discusses with Wim Vanhaverbeke, Professor of Digital Strategy and Transformation at the University of Antwerp, for a rich conversation on:

🔹 The origins and evolving definitions of Open Innovation
🔹 Key success factors and common pitfalls of Open Innovation for both large firms and SMEs
🔹 The lasting legacy of Henry Chesbrough and his impact on the field
🔹 ...and much more!

One of the standout quotes from the episode:
"The smaller you are, the greater the opportunity for open innovation!"

Don’t miss this insightful discussion — whether you're a researcher, practitioner, or simply curious about innovation in action.

Note: Due to differences in recording locations, you may notice some audio quality issues in this episode. We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy the conversation!

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