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Somayeh Aghnia

Cofounder & Chair

Talks about #DigitalEvolution, #AI, #WomeninTech, #Business, #Leadership, and #Technology

Geeks Ltd

A technology strategist with a strong software delivery heritage, Somayeh thrives on creating harmony between technology and humans in business and life. She has won multiple awards for innovation, entrepreneurship and business partnerships. She is also an advocate of more girls in technology and on the board.

Geeks Ltd

Talks about #DigitalEvolution, #AI, #WomeninTech, #Business, #Leadership, and #Technology

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A technology strategist with a strong software delivery heritage, Somayeh thrives on creating harmony between technology and humans in business and life. She has won multiple awards for innovation, entrepreneurship and business partnerships. She is also an advocate of more girls in technology and on the board.

Geeks Ltd

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Episode 35: The Spaces Between Now & Next Episode 35: The Spaces Between Now & Next

In episode 35, The Spaces Between Now & Next, Daniel and I delve into the challenges of collaboration within organisations of various sizes and geographical dispersion, uncovering strategies to amplify diverse voices and foster a culture of innovation. You'll learn some real-life examples of organizations, including the success story of Lego, that have...

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Episode 34: Riding the Wave of Change Episode 34: Riding the Wave of Change

In Episode 34, "Riding the Wave of Change", Andrew Lloyd, Managing Director of Search Acumen sits with me as we delve into the top things leaders need to know when adopting AI.

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Episode 33: Drivers of Disruption Episode 33: Drivers of Disruption

In Ep 33, our 4th instalment of our ‘Shape Shifters’ series, we are exploring ‘Drivers for Distruption’, specifically how businesses can embrace a ‘Spry Strategy’ to support the transformation needed in the digital age. Join me as I talk to Robert Baldock, the Managing Director of Clustre, the innovation brokers.

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Episode 31: Economy forecast from a Behavioural Economist Episode 31: Economy forecast from a Behavioural Economist

In episode 31, "Economy forecast from a Behavioural Economist," Roger expects a significant increase in activity from August this year. Want to know his reasons? Join Somayeh, CEO of Geeks, as she hosts Roger again.

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Episode 30: Centre of a Tension Episode 30: Centre of a Tension

Strategy is no longer about protecting the core, as business is constantly in flux. Shifting millimetres or miles. A constant ebb and flow between technology innovations, stakeholder demands and business priorities requires a balanced strategy.

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The Female Lens: Shaping the Digital Frontier for Success The Female Lens: Shaping the Digital Frontier for Success

In the modern business world, the concepts of leadership, innovation, and success are undergoing a transformation, and businesses that don't adapt to these changes will struggle to thrive. One of the concepts that are being transformed is gender equality, the “we need more women in business” stance. It is changing from “let’s build a fairer society for all...

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Welcome to the Shape-shifters series Welcome to the Shape-shifters series

The ground we stand on has started shifting, faster than we have seen before, and some realize that it’s their strategy that must keep their business poised. Those with a spry strategy are pivoting, the business leaders who are committed to the principles of Assess > Align > Act.

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Episode 29: Innovation Labs are Broken Episode 29: Innovation Labs are Broken

Are innovation labs really working? Join us in Episode 29 of The Innovation Room podcast as we sit down with Brant Cooper, author of 'The Lean Entrepreneur' and 'Disruption Proof' as the last episode of our Digital Is From Venus series. In this episode, we explored why 'Innovation Labs are Broken' and why companies should throw out the Horizon model.

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Episode 25: Venturing into Uncharted Territory: Co-existing with AI Episode 25: Venturing into Uncharted Territory: Co-existing with AI

Step into the future in The Innovation Room with David Wood! Learn all about what business can do to prepare for co-existing with AI.

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Digital Transformation: The Hidden Alpha in Private Equity Digital Transformation: The Hidden Alpha in Private Equity

PE houses have long played a key role in creating value for their portfolio companies through cost-cutting and revenue-growth strategies. However, in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, digital transformation has emerged as a key driver of value creation.

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Episode 24: 3 Big Barriers to Innovation Episode 24: 3 Big Barriers to Innovation

In Episode 24 of The Innovation Room, 3 Big Barriers to Innovation, our CEO, Somayeh Aghnia hosts Dr. Jo North, the Managing Director of The Big Bang Partnership Ltd, spotlighting how to break through the barriers to innovation.

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Episode 23: Flex Your Change Muscles: Avoiding Paralysis in a Dynamic World Episode 23: Flex Your Change Muscles: Avoiding Paralysis in a Dynamic World

Excited to share the latest episode of The Innovation Room podcast, 'Flex Your Change Muscles: Avoiding Paralysis in a Dynamic World'! In this episode, we explore the importance of continuously adapting to change in the digital age and the consequences of failing to do so. Join us as we delve into the key principles for thriving in a rapidly evolving world....

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