Invention at Play

For those of you who might be visiting the DC area, be sure to visit the newly-renovated and opened National Museum of American History. The Lincoln Exhibition is great, but I really enjoyed the Innovation at Play exhibit on the first floor. It's interactive, very visual and tactile, and very imaginative.

Friedman on ICE resident survey

The student residents of Friedman Hall have spoken about what they want in an experiential dormitory that emphasizes innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Many want to emphasize social networks and opportunities to develop contacts with recruiters, entrepreneurs, creative individuals, and potential employers. Others simply want to learn how to be more creative. Most want to learn how to start their own businesses and want to do so by engaging in projects. Look for project opportunities in the near future! Follow this link to view the results of the survey.

The Myths of Innovation

From GoogleTechTalks: Much of what we know about innovation is wrong. That's the bet this talk takes, as it romps through the history of innovation, dispelling the mythologies we've constructed about how we got here. This talk, loosely based on the upcoming O'Reilly book (May 2007), will help you to recognize the myths, understand why they're popular (even if you don't believe in them), and how to use the truth to help you innovate today.

The Myths of Innovation

From GoogleTechTalks: Much of what we know about innovation is wrong. That's the bet this talk takes, as it romps through the history of innovation, dispelling the mythologies we've constructed about how we got here. This talk, loosely based on the upcoming O'Reilly book (May 2007), will help you to recognize the myths, understand why they're popular (even if you don't believe in them), and how to use the truth to help you innovate today.

The Myths of Innovation

From GoogleTechTalks: Much of what we know about innovation is wrong. That's the bet this talk takes, as it romps through the history of innovation, dispelling the mythologies we've constructed about how we got here. This talk, loosely based on the upcoming O'Reilly book (May 2007), will help you to recognize the myths, understand why they're popular (even if you don't believe in them), and how to use the truth to help you innovate today.

Innovation is Nothing New: 100-Odd Years of Venture Capital Wisdom

Reid Dennis, founder of Institutional Venture Partners, and Franklin Pitch Johnson, founding partner of Asset Management, review their combined 100 years of venture capital experience and observation, from the major mistakes to the spectacular successes. How does venture capital affect innovation?

Innovation is Nothing New: 100-Odd Years of Venture Capital Wisdom

Reid Dennis, founder of Institutional Venture Partners, and Franklin Pitch Johnson, founding partner of Asset Management, review their combined 100 years of venture capital experience and observation, from the major mistakes to the spectacular successes. How does venture capital affect innovation?