In this episode of the Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Sumeet Ahuja, a seasoned innovator and entrepreneur, about his journey from the Middle East to Silicon Valley. 
 Sumeet Ahuja shares insights on fostering innovation within corporations, the importance of bridging the skills gap in emerging markets, and the impact of technologies like blockchain and AI on the future of business. 
He emphasizes the need for startups to maintain transparency with investors, the significance of metrics in decision-making, and the personal growth that comes from reading influential books. The conversation provides valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs and established businesses alike.

Chapters
00:00The Journey of Innovation: From the Middle East to Silicon Valley
03:03Fostering Innovation in Corporations
06:14Teaching Innovation: Lessons for the Next Generation
08:47The Leap to Entrepreneurship: Embracing Risk and Opportunity
11:48Bridging the Skills Gap: The Role of Education in Innovation
14:56Navigating Global Markets: Local vs. International Startups
18:09The Impact of Blockchain and AI on Innovation
21:06Advice for Startups: Building a Resilient Business
23:56Managing Investor Relationships: Transparency and Alignment
27:10The Importance of Metrics in Entrepreneurship
30:07The Role of AI in Modern Startups
32:55Personal Growth Through Reading: Influential Books

Sumeet Ahuja - CEO & Founder @ Evoque Impact

In this episode of the Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Sumeet Ahuja, a seasoned innovator and entrepreneur, about his journey from the Middle East to Silicon Valley. Sumeet Ahuja shares insights on fostering innovation within corporations, the importance of bridging the skills gap in emerging markets, and the impact of technologies like blockchain [&hellip;]

The Innovation Conversation Episode #70

Sumeet Ahuja - CEO & Founder @ Evoque Impact