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ABB Invests $1M in the Peak Innovation Center
The multinational industrial giant invests in a regional career and technology center in Arkansas to drive innovation instructional strategies in STEAM disciplines (science, technology, engineering, art, and math). [From TalkBusiness]
EY Partners With Techstars to Accelerate Tax, Legal, and Compliance Innovation
The global tax and consulting firm’s EY Foundry innovation unit partners to help drive innovation in tax, legal tech, HR, and compliance. [EY]
Ford Announces Winners For Its Detroit Mobility Accelerator
Seven firms were selected to take part in the auto giant’s Accessible Streets Studio – an accelerator for city-focused startups piloting mobility products. [Ford]
Snap Announces New Fellowship Program For Its Ghost AR Innovation Lab
The social media and AR lensware company offers grants up to $150K for startups to build innovative new AR products. [Snap, Inc.]
Mars To Drive Digital Transformation With Intelligent Supply Chains
The global confectionary partners with Microsoft to improve operational speed and supply chain innovation. [Chain Store Age]
Herman Miller’s Chief Digital Officer on eCommerce Innovation and The Future of Customer Experience
The CDO of the venerable office furniture manufacturer on creating a better online retail experience.
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GroupM Names Krystal Olivieri its First Chief Innovation Officer
The global media services agency promotes the current SVP, Global Data Strategy & Partnerships, into a newly created position.
Merck Names Frank Clyburn As New CMO Of Human Health Business
Clyburn moves to CMO after serving as Chief Commercial Officer for the global pharmaceutical giant.
Kettering Health Appoints Dr. Thomas Graham Chief Innovation & Transformation Officer
The world-renowned orthopedic surgeon and entrepreneur joins the healthcare provider from NYC Langone Health where he was associate dean for enterprise innovation.
Dow Inc. Digital Executive Melanie Kelmar Named ‘Woman Of The Year in Technology’
The global chemical company’s CIO and chief digital officer receives honor from The Michigan Council of Women In Technology.
