Podcasts

Innovation insights. Leadership perspectives. Entrepreneurship wisdom.

Mike shares insights on innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership, and AI through his hosted podcast and regular guest appearances on leading shows.

Hosted Podcast

Disruptive Innovation Podcast

Mike hosts the Disruptive Innovation Podcast, exploring how organizations can build innovation capability and stay ahead in rapidly changing markets. The show features conversations on entrepreneurship, business model innovation, disruptive technologies, and leadership in uncertain times.

Recent Episodes:

  • Episode 23: MIT Solve Interview On The Gaps Between Ingenuity & Opportunity Worldwide (March 22, 2020)
  • Episode 22: Why The FinTech Sandbox Is A Critical Piece of The FinTech Startup Playbook (Part 2 of 2, March 16, 2020)
  • Episode 21: We Ask Some FinTech Thought Leaders, What's Happening in FinTech Today? (Part 1 of 2, March 6, 2020)

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Guest Appearances

Leadership & Transformational Change

Insights on leading organizations through transformation and building leadership capability.

Strategic Leadership Podcast: Transformational Leadership with Mike Grandinetti

Mike shares insights on transformational leadership and how leaders can stay relevant and innovative in a constantly changing world. Covers strategies for managing transformation, building team engagement, and navigating uncertainty.

Innovation & Digital Transformation

Conversations on building innovation capability and navigating digital transformation.

Phame Influence Podcast: Professor, Serial Tech Entrepreneur & Startup Mentor on Innovation

Mike discusses his experience as a serial entrepreneur, professor, and innovation mentor. Covers building disruptive businesses, innovation in established organizations, and lessons from founding multiple tech companies.

MIT Sloan CIO Symposium Digital Learning Series: Digital Transformation on the Fast Track

Mike moderates a panel of senior IT and innovation executives discussing how organizations cope when digital transformation becomes critical to survival. Covers rapid technology adoption, hybrid work models, and innovation strategy.

Entrepreneurship & Startups

Discussions on startup strategy, fundraising, and building ventures.

40 Under 40 Podcast: Mike Grandinetti: Entrepreneur, Professor, Angel Investor

Mike shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur and angel investor. Covers lessons from founding five tech companies, mentoring startups, and the intersection of entrepreneurship and education.

How to Run A Hackathon to Boost Innovation Within Your Company

Mike discusses using hackathons as a tool for innovation beyond coding. Covers how to run effective hackathons for marketing, sales, operations, and product teams.

AI, Technology & Education

Insights on AI strategy, technology innovation, and rethinking education.

ASME TechCast: How to Reinvigorate STEM Education Post COVID-19

Mike discusses the future of engineering and STEM education in the post-pandemic world. Covers new models for project-based learning, the role of data and AI in education, and preparing the next generation of engineers.

Computer Science Teachers of America Annual Conference Keynote: AI and Education

Mike delivers insights on how AI is reshaping software development and computer science education. Discusses the evolution of engineering roles and how educators must prepare students for an AI-driven future.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Conversations on building inclusive organizations and cultures.

DECODE Work of the Future: CSR, ESG and DEI Are They Worth The Investment For The Future?

Mike moderates a panel of thought leaders from Nike, Tesla, Deloitte, Intuit, and others discussing diversity, equity, inclusion, and social responsibility in business. Covers why DEI matters and how to implement effective programs.

Why Diversity is the Key to Winning in the Global Economy

Mike discusses why diverse perspectives are essential for success in complex, fast-moving markets. Covers building diverse teams and how to leverage different viewpoints for better decision-making.

Innovation Ecosystems & Strategy

Perspectives on building startup ecosystems and innovation strategy.

Establishing Startup Ecosystems: A Fireside Chat on Innovation Ecosystems

Mike discusses his experience helping to facilitate the growth of startup ecosystems around the world. Covers strategies for building thriving innovation communities and connecting entrepreneurs with resources.

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Mike regularly contributes to podcasts and speaks on topics including AI strategy, disruptive innovation, entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and transformational leadership.