White Papers, Articles, Surveys

This section features white papers, articles, surveys, and speeches from leading experts on innovation.  View or download the following reports to learn more about how people are innovating across the globe and how you can implement these strategies for success in your organizations.

A World-Class ‘Innovation Region’? Regional Innovative Leaders Are Key!

John Davies, Managing Director, Society of Innovators for Northwest Indiana

Overview: Mr. Davies stresses the need for regional leaders to embrace innovation, and outlines what regions can do to attract and encourage such leaders.

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Innovation Secures the Future in a World of Change

March 15, 2008
Rosabeth Moss Kanter, Ernest L. Arbuckle Professor of Business Administration, Harvard Business School
Overview: Ms. Kanter discusses why innovation is key to companies, and ultimately regions.

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Good Ideas...the Foundation of Business Innovation

February 15, 2008

Larry Gess, Chief Operating Officer, Chicago Manufacturing Center

Overview: Mr. Gess highlights the importance of capturing a good idea that can drive growth and innovation.

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Building an Innovative Platform for Success

January 15, 2008

Harvey Kahalas, Dean, Stuart School of Business and Executive Director, Center for Strategic Competitiveness, IIT

Overview:  Dr. Kahalas discusses education as key for succeeding in today's increasingly globalized world.

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Chicago's Economic Standing in the Global Marketplace

January 9, 2008

Gerald J. Roper, President and CEO, Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

Overview:  Mr. Roper provides an outlook of activities and outlines a seven step plan of action for Chicago in 2008.

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IBM Global CEO Study

August 2007

Overview:  Accelerated globalization.  Constant technology advances.  Intensified competition.  How are CEOs responding?  To find out, IBM talked to 765 CEOs and thought leaders from 21 industries around the world.  Learn for yourself how the men and women on top are using innovation to their advantage.  

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