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Designing the Future: Strategic Surprise with Mickey McManus
Episode 160
Sunday, 4 August, 2024

Episode Title: Designing the Future: Strategic Surprise with Mickey McManus Episode Description: Join host Keith Koo in this episode of Silicon Valley Insider as he welcomes Mickey McManus, a renowned expert in design thinking. Mickey delves into the world of strategic surprise and synthetic biology, sharing his unique insights and experiences from his extensive career, including his work at BCG, Maya Design, Autodesk, and Tufts University. Key Topics: Mickey's Journey in Design: Discover how Mickey's love for design began and how he embraced it as a discipline. Learn about his career evolution from traditional design to exploring its intersections with technology and biology. Strategic Surprise: An exploration of the concept of strategic surprise and its implications in the modern world. How organizations can prepare for and leverage unexpected changes in the industry. Synthetic Biology: An introduction to synthetic biology and its transformative potential. Mickey discusses current advancements and future possibilities in the field. Lessons from Mickey's Career: Key takeaways from Mickey's diverse work experiences. Insights into how design thinking can influence strategic decisions and innovation. Guest Bio: Mickey McManus is a visionary in the fields of design thinking and technology, known for his innovative approach to research. He is a Senior Advisor and Executive Coach at BCG (Boston Consulting Group), founder and Chairman of Maya Design, Research Fellow Emeritus at Autodesk, and Visiting Scholar at Tufts University. Mickey has made significant contributions to the industry, shaping the future of design and its applications, and continues to inspire the next generation of designers and technologists through his academic and professional work. Connect with Mickey McManus: LinkedIn: Mhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mickeymcmanus/ickey McManus Twitter: @MickeyMcManus Listen and Subscribe: "Silicon Valley Insider" Podcast ahead of time to make sure you don't miss this show. Available on all majors platforms (Spotify, Apple, Google and more) www.svin.biz www.keithkoo.com Listen on 860AM KTRB Silicon Valley | San Francisco Listen on 1220AM KDOW Silicon Valley | San Francisco For questions or comments, email: info@svin.biz Join the Conversation: We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts on this episode and join the conversation on social media using #SVIN. This episode offers a deep dive into the realms of strategic surprise and synthetic biology through the lens of design, providing listeners with valuable insights and inspiration from one of the leading figures in the industry. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Mickey McManus's vast experience and innovative thinking.