In this episode, Deb Reuben talks with Jayshree Seth, Chief Science Advocate at 3M, discussing innovation, resilience, and fostering a culture of curiosity. Jayshree shares insights on empowering teams through structured innovation at 3M, her vision for sustainable innovation driven by stakeholder capitalism, and the importance of integrating social sciences in technological advancements. They explore actionable strategies for cultivating inclusive and impactful innovation, emphasizing the role of empathy and continuous learning in navigating challenges and driving positive change.

Jayshree Seth is a Corporate Scientist at 3M and 3M’s first ever Chief Science Advocate. She joined 3M in 1993 after earning a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Clarkson University and currently holds 80 patents for a variety of innovations. In 2020, she was awarded Society of Women Engineers (SWE) highest Achievement Award. Jayshree was featured in a 2021 docuseries “Not the Science Type”. She is also author of The Heart of Science – Engineering Footprints, Fingerprints, & Imprints, and The Heart of Science – Engineering Fine Print. All proceeds from book sales go to a scholarship for underrepresented minority women in STEM.   Jayshree’s recent article for Drucker Forum blog: The 3 C’s of Sustainable Innovation by Jayshree Seth - Global Peter Drucker Forum BLOG