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Why Innovation Is So Hard

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The world is moving faster every day and the success of your business has never been more at risk than it is today. Whether your innovative opportunities come from external startups or your employees, you need the right frameworks and processes to enable those innovations to succeed. Creating valuable new innovations can be difficult, especially when you don't have the required skills internally.

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The Innovation Programs

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Online Programs

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Outstanding innovation can today happen entirely in online programs and connect everyone involved even more than on site. Thanks to the best tech and the most modern methods, you can integrate the whole world and do that at much lower cost than before.

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On-Site Programs

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There are hundreds of ways to ignite innovation in your organization, but most of them won’t work for your individual needs and goals. We provide you with the right structure and process to create the best program with you and execute it as well.

Results you can Expect

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A POSITIVE IMPACT ON YOUR BUSINESS IN MONTHS, NOT YEARS

Outstanding innovation can today happen entirely in online programs and connect everyone involved even more than on site. Thanks to the best tech and the most modern methods, you can integrate the whole world and do that at much lower cost than before.

NEW INNOVATION & BUSINESS MODELS 

A PROGRAM THAT WORKS

SUCCESSFUL POCS & PARTNERSHIPS

What you get

EMPOWER YOUR BUSINESS THROUGH TAILORED INNOVATION

Our approach goes beyond theory; we provide practical support and resources to ensure your innovation initiatives succeed. Whether you're partnering with startups or nurturing in-house ideas, we expedite your journey and mitigate potential errors.

  • PROGRAMS TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS

    Every company is different. That’s why standardized programs can’t work and why you’ll get an approach and a concept that meets your exact needs and goals.

  • EXECUTION WITH THE RIGHT PARTNERS

    Innovation is a team sport, and it rarely works when done in isolation. We can help you assemble the right team to leverage the expertise you need to succeed.

  • DIGITAL PROGRAMS FOR SCALABLE SUCCESS

    Harnessing cutting-edge online tools, we create scalable digital programs tailored to your growth. With our experience, we ensure your innovation journey is efficient, successful, and future-ready.

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How Our Approach Works

WE WON'T JUST TELL YOU HOW TO DO IT, WE'LL ALSO BE RIGHT BESIDE YOU TO GET IT OFF THE GROUND.

You won't find a solution that best meets your needs by choosing yet another startup accelerator program or a standard framework for innovation. Your needs are unique, and that's why we'll create a bespoke program that matches your goals and helps you kick start innovation in your company.

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DEFINE YOUR REQUIREMENTS

You’ll discover your biggest innovation gaps and what approach can help you close it most efficiently while keeping your resources in mind.

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DEVELOP YOUR UNIQUE CONCEPT

Based on the assessment, you’ll get a program concept that offers you not only an idea of what could be done but also how to actually implement it.

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EXECUTE YOUR PROGRAM

You won't be left alone with the execution - we’ll run the program together with you, supporting you as much as you need. That's the promise we make to you.

Innovation Pathways For Success

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Unlock the potential within your organization, harness the power of partnerships, and capitalize on external innovations. Explore these transformative pathways to ensure your business thrives in an ever-changing landscape.

INTERNAL INNOVATION

One of the most valuable resources for innovation in your company can be your own employees. They know your market and products and might just be lacking the right process and tools to build your next sustainable business model. There are many ways to make intrapreneurship a success and we’ll help you find the right one for you.

ECOSYSTEM PARTNERSHIPS

Very often, your own program might not be the best approach considering your goals and the resources you have available. From partnerships with existing accelerators, sponsoring of conferences to a joint venture with other companies, we put every option on the table and choose the one with the best ROI for your business case.

EXTERNAL INNOVATION

Startups have been disrupting entire industries for many years and possibly also yours. While they are often viewed as a threat, they can also be the best source for your own success. With the right open innovation program, you can turn startups into partners, suppliers or a successful aquisition while becoming a valuable party in the ecosystem.

About Your Partner

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Many innovation agencies and consultants have read about innovation programs, but Dirk Lehmann has lived and breathed them. He has seen their successes and failures first hand, and can help you leverage best practices to ensure success.

While working for a cooperation for more than four years, Dirk Lehmann saw first hand how the company was a struggle to proactively create new business opportunities. Often the corporation was reacting to market changes, and missing opportunities to maintain market leadership. Seeing the same pattern repeating, he decided to leave and joined some of the world's best innovation programs to learn first hand the best frameworks and structures. Today he helps organizations around the globe to cut through the noise, find the right approach for them and execute it to have real business impact.

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Startups & Employees

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Programs & Accelerators

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Mentoring Sessions

BRANDS THAT HAVE BECOME HAPPY CUSTOMERS OF THE INNOVATION PROGRAMS

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Stop Talking - Start Making

Whether you’re already planning your next accelerator or just want to find out how you can bring innovation back into your company’s DNA, get in contact! We offer a free, no-obligation introductory call. We can talk through your challenges and find out if our experience is the right fit for your goals.

FAQ

  • What makes your innovation programs different from others?

    Our innovation programs stem from hands-on experience with over a dozen accelerators, spanning various scales and formats. I've played multiple roles, from program director to mentor, gaining insights into what truly works. On top, we prioritize a hands-on approach, ensuring tangible results over mere "innovation theater."

  • What kind of industries have you worked with in the past?

    I've collaborated across diverse industries, including med tech, mobility, hospitality, IoT, and banking. My roles as a mentor and coach have exposed me to virtually all industries. While I'm particularly passionate about medical fields, sustainability, and impact, our methods are universally applicable, no matter the industry you are playing in.

  • How do you tailor the innovation programs to fit a specific company's needs?

    We start by understanding your goals and the challenges prompting the program. Exploring a broad spectrum of innovation methods, from accelerators to partnerships and events, we identify the best fit. Using lean methods, we prototype options, refining them based on real-world results to ensure the chosen approach aligns perfectly with your objectives.

  • How do you measure the success or impact of an innovation program?

    Success is gauged by mutually agreed-upon KPIs and metrics established at the outset. These could range from successful pilot projects and new hires to funded initiatives and revenue impact. Our focus is on tangible metrics, ensuring we move beyond mere "innovation theater" to achieve the results you truly desire.