Professor Fernando Suarez discusses strategic innovation, platforms, “hybrid traps” and leadership and vision, all part of the journey to discover innovative customer solutions, which, he asserts, is a hard road, long and winding, but essential for the long-term survival of the firm. He illustrates his ideas with examples from many arenas – electric vehicles, green construction, smart homes, AI chips - as part of a stimulating and wide-ranging conversation.

About the guest:

In this episode, we hear from Fernando Suarez, is the Jean C. Tempel Professor, in the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Group at the D’Amore-McKim School of Business. He holds a Ph.D. from MIT Sloan School of Management, and has been a Visiting Professor at the London Business School (UK), Hitotsubashi University (Japan), and Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez and ESE Business School (Chile). He serves on several boards, launched a software company, and has published widely, in leading journals such as the Academy of Management Journal, Management Science, Strategic Management Journal, Academy of Management Review, Operations Research, the Harvard Business Review and MIT Sloan Management Review.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

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Nonprofit organizations often begin with a compelling vision and a heartfelt desire to make a difference in their communities. They are fueled by passionate staff deeply committed to ambitious goals that often require time and persistence to achieve. Yet, these organizations face significant challenges—limited financial resources and talent shortages—that become obstacles to being successful. Nonprofit organizations, as much as many for-rofit firm, require strategic thinking to sustain their mission and maximize impact.

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In this episode, we hear from Laura De Dominicis, Executive Director of Nurturing Minds, Inc., who shares the inspiring story of how the organization successfully established and operates a school for girls from disadvantaged backgrounds in Tanzania. Laura discusses how the school has not only become a model of sustainability but also empowers its students to become leaders in their communities. She reflects on the strategy underpinning the school's success, on the importance of partnering with Tanzanians to set shared goals, transition school operations to local staff and managers, secure funding, and broaden program offerings. Laura also highlights the organization’s efforts to share knowledge and lessons learned with other schools pursuing similar missions.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

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Professor Samina Karim focuses on how firms can design their organizations to become more innovative. How a firm combines its activities and its resources (including knowledge and its people) affects how much value it creates. Creating value can involve acquisitions as well as divestitures, and also relying on partners, through alliances and ecosystems. Internally, the firm should rely on design rules, aligning the organization with the technology, as it reshapes business units and reconfigures employee roles and tasks in the organization, thus helping address and resolve task and resource bottlenecks.

About the guest:

Karim⁠ is Professor and Group Chair of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation academic group at the D'Amore-McKim School of Business. She has led the Strategic Management Division of the Academy of Management, and has served as Associate Editor at Strategic Management Journal and is currently Deputy Editor at Organization Science, as also on the editorial boards of Strategic Organization, and Strategy Science.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

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Digital medicine, an aging population, workforce stress, the growing scarcity of family doctors and competition from the retail healthcare model introduced by companies such as CVS are disrupting the US healthcare system and the physician-centric model. Professor Tim Hoff discusses why healthcare innovation is essential to continue providing quality primary care in this transforming scenario.

About the guest:

Hoff is Professor of Management, Healthcare Systems, and Health Policy at the D'Amore-McKim School of Business. He specializes in emerging trends and innovations in the health care marketplace, particularly in the U.S. health care system. His most recent book is Searching for the Family Doctor: Primary Care on the Brink, published by Johns Hopkins University Press (2022). He has published three other scholarly books, over 80 peer-reviewed journal articles, and has received national awards for his research, and is also active in executive education and management consulting for health care organizations.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

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The US spends more on healthcare than other developed nations, but does not obtain commensurate value. Professor Gary Young reviews how drawing on US industry strengths, such as a competitive private sector and industry-leading pharmaceutical and biotech capabilities, and combining with preventative health measures, telemedicine, and increased AI use, can collectively help deliver higher value in healthcare delivery.

About the guest:

Young is Director, Northeastern University Center for Health Policy and Healthcare Research; Professor, Strategic Management and Healthcare Systems, at the D'Amore-McKim School of Business.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

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Students gain international experience from study abroad, working abroad, as well as from carrying out business projects in different countries. These experiential projects can be short duration, such as visits to family businesses, understanding their achievements and the challenges they face, in both developed and emerging markets. In longer duration projects, students work in teams with entrepreneurial startups, analyzing the firm, industry and environment, and offering action recommendations. Professor Greg Collier discusses several variables influencing successful experiences and learning, including choosing client sites and countries to visit, selectivity in enrolling students for such experiences, classroom work prior to travel, establishing clear rules for course participation and engagement, and partnering with local universities and business organizations.

About the guest:

Collier is Professor of Practice, Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the Entrepreneurship and Innovation academic group at the D'Amore-McKim School of Business. He has extensive experience as an international business executive, particularly in Asia, with Electronic Data Systems (now HP), Fidelity Investments, and General Motors. His focus is on corporate innovation, business model innovation, and corporate and entrepreneurial strategy, and has led students on experiential learning courses to India, China, Saudi Arabia and other countries.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

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Professor Paula Caligiuri shares insights from her new book with Andy Palmer entitled “Live for a Living”. With global careers being so challenging, Professor Paula Caligiuri shares the ways to integrate your career with your other life priorities, such as family and personal interests. She also discusses how to stay in control of your career to move toward an ideal career journey.

About the guest:

Caligiuri is a DMSB Distinguished Professor of international business and strategy at the D'Amore-McKim School of Business. She is also the founder of Skillify and has been named one of the most prolific authors in international business for her work in the areas of expatriate management, global leadership development, and cultural agility.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

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Professor Marion Festing discusses the impact of international experience on career success, emphasizing cultural agility, global identity development, and the value of international education.

About the guest:

Festing, an esteemed professor in Human Resource Management and Intercultural Leadership, has held significant academic roles, including leading the Talent Management Institute (TMI) and the Excellence Centre of Intercultural Management (CIM). She served as the Rector of the Berlin Campus and European Research Dean. Her expertise is in the areas of International HR Management, Global Leadership, and Strategic HR Management.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

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We are thrilled to announce that ⁠International Business Today⁠ has been featured in Feedspot's ranking, selected as one of the ⁠Top 20 Podcasts For Business Students⁠ on the web. We are honored to be ranked 6th, affirming our commitment to delivering insightful content that benefits our listeners in their professional and academic journeys.

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Professor Dana Minbaeva shares insights on fostering knowledge sharing and global team success, explores AI in decision-making, and reflects on international HR trends and personal global leadership experiences.

About the guest:

Minbaeva, is a Professor of Human Resource Management at King's Business School, King's College London and is also affiliated with Copenhagen Business School, Denmark. With over 70 thought-leading academic articles, her research focuses on strategic and international HRM. She is a Fellow of the Academy of International Business (AIB) and has received numerous national and international awards for her research.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that ⁠International Business Today⁠ has been featured in Feedspot's ranking, selected as one of the ⁠Top 20 Podcasts For Business Students⁠ on the web. We are honored to be ranked 6th, affirming our commitment to delivering insightful content that benefits our listeners in their professional and academic journeys.

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Associate Professor Dan Caprar discusses some counterintuitive ways that cross-cultural management should be understood and its intersection with business ethics. He provides valuable insights on how organizations can effectively manage diverse talent from different cultural backgrounds while upholding ethical standards that challenge groups' cultural norms.

About the guest:

Caprar, an associate professor at University Of Sydney in Australia is a thought-leader in the ways individuals are shaped by their work environment and how they, in turn, impact it. His cutting-edge research, teaching, and consulting focuses on culture, identity, and leadership. With an extensive international career, he has taught and studied in many countries and was a Fulbright Scholar.

International Business Today is a podcast produced by the International Business & Strategy group at Northeastern University. Made for global business professionals—and any student who hopes to work for a multinational organization in the future, our hosts and their guests share what's proven through research and highlight what's really working in practice.

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that ⁠International Business Today⁠ has been featured in Feedspot's ranking, selected as one of the ⁠Top 20 Podcasts For Business Students⁠ on the web. We are honored to be ranked 6th, affirming our commitment to delivering insightful content that benefits our listeners in their professional and academic journeys.

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