… is one of the most influential innovation thought leaders in the business world today. He pioneered the original research that led to many ground breaking discoveries including the Stage Gate® Idea to Launch process.

He has published more than 120 academic articles and 11 books, including the best selling “Winning at New Products”. Cooper is ISBM Distinguished Research Fellow at Pennsylvania State University’s Smeal College of Business Administration, USA, and Professor Emeritus, DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Cooper’s seminars regularly receive top ratings: “Inspiring, profound, captivating, practical and effective!

Bob joins the seminar via live feed from Canada. He will be available for the participants the whole two days.

… has a background in strategic management, marketing and cognitive psychology. She is specialised on fostering corporate cultures where innovative ideas can flourish and on implementing effective management structures for innovation. Angelika has more than 20 years of experience in innovation and change management and has worked for innovative European and global companies in various industries. She is a vitalizing communicator and enlightening discussion partner.

… is an expert in optimizing innovation systems with 20 years of high level innovation consulting experience. Peter is a lecturer in innovation management at the University of Applied Sciences Vorarlberg. Peter’s passion is nurturing good ideas and guiding them to their realization. As a thinker, he is a bit of a maverick whose unique insights can lead to bold, effective solutions.