Faces of Innovation is hosted by Rachel Gordon, featuring in-depth interviews with leaders across the innovation ecosystem—from venture builders and studio operators to Chief Innovation Officers and brand/strategy executives. Episodes explore how organizations structure innovation, de‑risk new ventures, and build growth engines, with guests from firms like Danone, Spark No. 9, and Co:CreatedIn this conversation, Mark Payne, co-founder and CEO of Electric Innovation, discusses the evolution of innovation consulting, emphasizing the shift from idea generation to a more strategic approach. He highlights the importance of building client capabilities and the role of AI in enhancing innovation processes. The discussion also touches on the characteristics of successful innovators and the future challenges and opportunities in the consulting landscape.Mark's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-payne-4820466/ Rachel's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelgordonma/

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