Corporations are under constant pressure to remain competitive and stay ahead of the competition. Rapid growth, tweaking existing business models, or buying the competition are not always viable options. Companies need to consider developing innovation and entrepreneurship strategies in-house. As part of that strategy, innovative companies are considering developing technology and unique workflows in-house as a means to gain an edge, control costs or just improve their business. Technology development, deployment and adoption has innumerable challenges. What are those challenges? Where are the opportunities for large corporations to innovate? How are companies managing financial and human resources? How are they measuring success? In this session hear from industry leaders who have embarked on a path to support a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.
Kris Lengieza is the VP of Global Partnerships & Alliances at Procore Technologies, overseeing an ecosystem that spans across channel, ISV, public, and association partnerships. Considered a Top 40 Construction Professionals Under 40 by ENR and BD&C, Kris joined Procore after 15 years in construction as an early technology adopter, ready to integrate the data across all of the construction solutions available as a way to push the industry forward.
Corporations are under constant pressure to remain competitive and stay ahead of the competition. Rapid growth, tweaking existing business models, or buying the competition are not always viable options. Companies need to consider developing innovation and entrepreneurship strategies in-house. As part of that strategy, innovative companies are considering developing technology and unique workflows in-house as a means to gain an edge, control costs or just improve their business. Technology development, deployment and adoption has innumerable challenges. What are those challenges? Where are the opportunities for large corporations to innovate? How are companies managing financial and human resources? How are they measuring success? In this session hear from industry leaders who have embarked on a path to support a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.
Mark is a steadfast believer in the power of collaborative design, with a professional and academic focus on parametric design, software development, and the construction and fabrication of complex projects. In practice, he uses computer algorithms to generate design solutions that engage users and stakeholders, respond to people and place.
Mark works across HOK's global offices designing generative algorithms using software platforms that interface with most AEC and PLM software platforms. His solutions cross disciplinary boundaries and go beyond design theory considering the pragmatic aspects of design process – Mark designs and creates custom digital technologies to solve real-world design challenges.
Innovations - R&D and Special Projects Manager and key member of the Innovation Group, Jean-François is responsible for software development and integration within the team. He holds a master's degree in Architecture from the University of Montreal.
Raja Ghawi is a Director at Suffolk Tech where he leads Suffolk’s venture capital efforts. Prior to joining Suffolk, he spent 3 years at McKinsey serving clients on M&A, growth strategy, and advanced analytics through Quantum Black. Raja earned his bachelor’s degree in bioengineering from Harvard University, and currently serves as President of the Harvard Arab Alumni Association (HAAA) and is a member of the New England Venture Network (NEVN) Steering Committee
Johan Palm is currently Global Director for Engineering Management. Up to recently, he managed an innovative internal program of innovative initiatives spanning a period of 3 years. The program was executed globally with more than 100 dedicated resources, with the primary objective to, innovate, develop, adopt and deploy innovative initiatives.
Johan managed complex mega projects globally, within project and engineering management roles. His project management experience ranges from mining, industrial process and infrastructure projects.
He started his career as a structural engineer and has a MSc in Engineering.
