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"Beiersdorf Connect": Insights from My Keynote + Key Takeaways In our new video on Ecosystemizer YouTube channel, I’m sharing insights from my keynote at the Beiersdorf Connect, where over 80 companies from diverse industries gathered to explore the future of business ecosystems. Hosted at Beiersdorf’s HQ—home to the iconic Nivea brand—the event was all about driving collaboration and sparking innovation. 💡 Next week we’ll be releasing the full keynote—stay tuned! During my talk, I highlighted the crucial role of domain-based thinking and how businesses can leverage their existing assets by connecting them strategically. It's all about moving beyond efficiency to foster true collaboration in ecosystems. 🌍 Key takeaways from the session: 1️⃣ Clear Definition: We should clarify what a business ecosystem is and how it differs from startup or innovation ecosystems. 2️⃣ Mindset Shift: The biggest hurdle? Changing the internal mindset from the top down to adopt an ecosystem approach. 3️⃣ Building Capabilities: Identifying and developing the right capabilities—especially in partnerships—are key to success. 🎥 Watch the video to get all the insights: https://lnkd.in/e5d-a53Y and stay tuned for the full keynote! If this resonates with you, don’t forget to hit the 👍 and subscribe to the Ecosystemizer YouTube channel for more insights. Gitta Neufang - Dr. Catja Prykop - Volker Kallmayer - Dirk Ploss #BusinessEcosystems #Innovation #Collaboration #Partnerships #BeiersdorfConnect #Keynote #Leadership Ecosystemizer

As a speaker and facilitator, I've been pondering the name of my research arm, "Ingenious Oz" because it carries several meanings. Ingenious means 'unique, clever and fit-for-purpose’. Oz has two meanings: firstly it is a colloquial term for Australia, and secondly, it taps into the well-loved story of believing you have everything you need and can constantly grow. 'Oz' perfectly aligns with my focus on showcasing stories of grassroots innovation within Australia. It's about celebrating Australian ingenuity and driving sustainable growth from within. "Oz" connects to the meaning found in "The Wizard of Oz." While some might see the Wizard as a figure hiding behind a curtain, the true essence of the story is about self-discovery and unlocking potential. Dorothy and the others had what they needed all along; they just needed to realise it. This parallels the mission at 'Ingenious Oz' to help organisations and individuals discover their true potential through innovation, a growth mindset and incremental improvements. And has provided a range of stories to tell and learn from. #conferenceorganiser #Australianinnovation #growthmindsetspeaker #innovationspeaker #grassrootsinnovation

🌿 Exciting news! 🌿 Over the past few days, we’ve been quietly working behind the scenes to onboard our facilitators and finalise the details for our upcoming CoPartnerUp Camp 🏕 taking place from Sept 11-15 in a beautiful forest near Porto, Portugal. Together, we’ll explore how #regenerative principles can be woven into our #partnerships and collective work, with the Gathering Of Tribes providing the perfect space and #community to dive deep into these ideas. This camp was intentionally designed to be small and simple, yet thoughtfully curated for our Regenerative Partnerships Playground. What we’ve built so far has far exceeded our expectations, offering over 20 sessions—including circles, workshops, and masterminds—all aimed at helping participants connect more deeply with nature, themselves, and one another. → Browse the PDF below and visit our website here: https://lnkd.in/diZKc8mn to explore all the sessions and secure your tickets! 🎟 A special thanks to our organisational partners and our facilitators for their dedication and invaluable contributions. 🙏 We look forward to gathering, learning, and growing together in this unique and powerful space. P.S. If you know anyone who might want to join us, feel free to share! 🧡 ... CoPartnerUp is the collaborative ecosystem that facilitates conscious partnerships among purpose-driven #leaders and #organisations globally. 🌏 #copartnerup #connection #collaboration #nature #partnerships #regeneration #experience #event #workshops #purposeleadership #regenerativethinking #regenerativedesign #regenerativepartnerships

🌟 Our co-founder, Plamena Cherneva, recently facilitated a thought-provoking panel discussion titled "Ignorance is Not Bliss" at the Diversify Nordics Summit, organized by the incredible Chisom Udeze and the team at Diversify. Plamena shared the stage with remarkable DEIB professionals, diving into how the data we collect can fuel more diverse and inclusive workplaces. Here are some key takeaways from the discussion: ⭐️ Not understanding something doesn’t mean it should be rejected. ⭐️ Data isn’t just in spreadsheets; listen carefully to what’s around you. ⭐️ DEI initiatives can be launched even if you don’t have all the data upfront. ⭐️ Legal regulations aren't the enemy; they help you manage data effectively. ⭐️ Data can enhance workplace productivity, but be ready to face uncomfortable truths. Thank you to Plamena for leading such an insightful session and to the inspiring panelists: Thorey V. Proppe (she/her), Adamu Haruna, MBA, Martin F. Devor, and Mette Buhl Christoffersen. #NordicWomenInTechAwards #DEIB #DiversityAndInclusion #TechForGood #DataDrivenLeadership #Inspiration #diversify

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**Day 1 at #ConnectedBritain is in the books!** What a fantastic and productive first day—catching up with current customers and connecting with so many industry professionals. 🚀 If you didn’t get a chance to stop by and meet the YUNGO team yesterday, we'd love to see you today! We’re here with key insights and strategies that can help take your business to the next level. Feel free to reach out to me directly here on LinkedIn or via message if you’d like to connect or have any questions. Let’s make Day 2 even better! See you soon! 👋 #ConnectedBritain #Networking #Innovation #BusinessGrowth

Let’s meet Pieterjan! Pieterjan Uytterhoeven is one of The Value Hub’s Business Innovation Analysts. And there’s much more, both in his professional and private life. Some fun facts about him: 💪 His favorite hobby: walking the slackline 🙈 His guilty pleasure: chocolate mousse 📋 His biggest fear: surveys 🔑 What he thinks should be automated: wallets and keys 🏔️ His bucket list destinations: mountains, and more mountains Discover more about Pieterjan and his favorites? Swipe! 👉 #thevaluehub #thevaluehubpeople #people #team

Embracing our commitment to 'Collective Success'. I am delighted to have had the privilege of being a keynote speaker at the Impact Skill Share Workshop hosted by Zero Waste Network Aotearoa. The event aimed at defining social impact and fostering an impact mindset for decision-making. A special thanks to Sei Brown and Sarah Lancaster for organising the event and extending a warm welcome. At The Third Line - Social Impact Consultancy, we're not just another consultancy; we're a growing movement dedicated to amplifying community voices and driving positive change in collaboration with like-minded partners and changemakers. Since the beginning of 2024, we've actively engaged with the community, believing in the power of collective efforts. Together, we aim to: • Break down information barriers: Share expertise, resources, and best practices through an open knowledge network, empowering all stakeholders in the impact ecosystem. • Advocate transparency: Support robust impact measurement and reporting standards, fostering trust and accountability in the sector. • Harness the power of collaboration: Encourage partnerships, co-creation, and joint initiatives to ensure our collective impact surpasses individual efforts. • Elevate impact leadership: Cultivate a community of passionate changemakers, sharing insights and amplifying community voices to influence policy and drive systemic change. Are you ready to amplify your voice and join our movement? Connect with us to share your ideas, best practices, and challenges. Collaborate with us by participating in webinars and networks to learn from and engage with fellow changemakers. Champion with us by advocating for impact transparency and collaboration, integrating impact into decision-making, and influencing policy to shape the future of the sector. Together, we can make impact the new normal. Ready to unleash your full impact potential? Let's have a chat.   #impactmanagement #socialimpact #changemakers #IMM #collectivesuccess #communityengagement

Last week, I had a pleasure of participating in the panel "Młodzi, zdolni, niepokorni" (Young, capable, unapologetic) organised by International Leaders Forum, where the wonderful Beata Mońka and Dominika Pawlina interviewed Antoni Szynalik and I. Exchanging views and experiences on entering the workforce and navigating the world around us, this panel fostered incredibly relevant and powerful discussions of intergenerational expectations, attitudes and cooperation. I wanted to thank my co-panellists and ILFO members for their valuable insights and three main lessons we all learned: 1. Intergenerational dialogue and critical listening to one another is crucial in future cooperation 2. If there is such resistance to work in corporations by young people, companies must find the middle ground between their culture and the expectations of the future workforce 3. Gen Z is increasingly fearing growing inequalities in society; and remedying this is not an easy task -- the first step to addressing the issue is fostering conversation about it; making it more present in our workplaces and everyday lives Intergenerational understanding and cooperation is crucial -- and I believe ILFO is doing amazing work promoting this conversation in Poland. #intergenerational #understanding #panel #genz #dialogue #workforce #corporations #communication #socialinequality

For those of us that care about shaping a better future for the world, where we are right now feels challenging, uncertain and complex. When you're faced with complex challenges getting different perspectives is really helpful for making sense of things and working out a way forward. Consequently, it was a great pleasure to be part of Business Fights Poverty's online written discussion last month that tapped into the collective wisdom of a diverse community of social impact professionals concerning the state of world. The format was innovative and proved to be an efficient way to ensure that a large number of views could be expressed and received. There's no doubt that there are many challenges but there are also opportunities and an increasing number of approaches that are being used to tackle complex social challenges effectively. It's also reassuring to know that there are people out there that care and are prepared to do something about it. The overarching theme is the need to collaborate. More detailed findings are in the post and available through the link. Zahid Torres-Rahman & Yvette Torres-Rahman. Thank you for convening us. #socialimpact