Techstars and Qualcomm are partnering to bring global thought leaders in corporate innovation to share how organizations can use innovation and technology in nontraditional ways to contribute to their local ecosystems while forging ahead with growth.
In this first Talk, corporate innovation expert, Wendy Lea will share the current life cycle of innovation within large corporates. Participants will also learn how she was able to grow a partnership by developing 500+ startups, connecting 16+ ecosystem partners, and engaging 30+ large corporations.
Wendy Lea is a leading expert in cross-sector digital innovation strategy and entrepreneurial ecosystem development. Wendy advises governments and corporations on how to catalyze startup innovation ecosystems that grow city, regional, and state economies. Wendy has applied her expertise to help enterprises such as P&G, CVG Regional Airport, Kroger and Fifth/Third Bank accelerate growth and drive internal efficiencies.
// We will discuss:
- Current state of the corporate innovation lifecycle.
- Corporate - Startup partnership examples: success stories & learnings.
- Ways for corporates to immediately get involved in the Taipei Entrepreneurial Ecosystem.
// Speakers:
- Sudeepto Roy, Vice President, Qualcomm Technology Licensing, QUALCOMM Incorporated
- Wendy Lea, CEO | Board Director | Strategic Advisor
// Schedule:
- Opening Remark and Intro - Sudeepto Roy, Qualcomm (10 min)
- Wendy Lea Presentation (20 min)
- Audience Q & A (10 min)
- Breakout session (30 min, engage with Wendy)



