What is Innovation? Series

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What is Innovation series_Adria Finch

In our first episode of the What is Innovation? Series, meet Terrance Smith, iteam-Mobile Director from City of Mobile, Alabama.  Terrance describes his perspective on failures, creativity, and creating relationships that support psychological safety as important factors for his team's success.  He shares some unique methods for approaching problem solving and using performance data to improve processes.  

Recorded in August 2020

“What is Innovation?” is a collaboration between OD, GIO, and assistant manager, Josh Edwards, designed to give employees access to innovative influencers from around the globe.

In our second episode of the What is Innovation? Series, we will be joined by Adria Finch, innovator and founder of Change Mechanics. Adria built and developed a team at the City of Syracuse with the following Vision and Mission:

  • Vision: We act as a catalyst to overcome City challenges and institute a data-driven, creative, and responsive government.
  • Mission: We use analysis and design to help departments address the needs of the people of Syracuse.

Learn what practical application looked like day-to-day while making improvements to Syracuse’s infrastructure, permitting, idea implementation, and more.
 

Recorded on October 30, 2020. 

“What is Innovation?” is a collaboration between OD, GIO, and assistant manager, Josh Edwards, designed to give employees access to innovative influencers from around the globe.