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17: Tim Bernstein: Unlocking Impact from Open Innovation
Total Innovation Podcast
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Introduction to the Total Innovation Podcast
1:02
Navigating Technology Scouting and Partnerships
2:04
Tim's Response and Insights
4:03
Understanding the Fragility of Partnerships
5:21
Delving Deeper into Relationship Dynamics
6:29
The Role of Incentives in Partnerships
7:38
Navigating Internal Stakeholder Dynamics
9:01
Steps in the Deal-Making Process
10:25
Phases of the Deal Process
11:38
Inappropriateness in Startup Relationships
12:47
Challenges from the Corporate Side
14:04
Clarifying Deal Constructs
15:47
Examples of Successful Partnerships
17:20
Communication Failures in Partnerships
20:06
Bridging Cultural Differences in Innovation
21:45
The Evolution of Corporate Innovation Practices
23:37
Strategies for Effective Collaboration
26:38
Navigating Early Stage Startup Relationships
30:46
The Risks of Premature Confidentiality Agreements
33:58
Success Stories in Corporate-Startup Collaborations
36:59
Challenges in Deal Negotiations
38:28
Building Trust with Startups
39:49
Actionable Insights for Corporates
41:14
Understanding Corporate Complexity for Startups
42:31
Authenticity in Business Partnerships
Total Innovation Podcast
17: Tim Bernstein: Unlocking Impact from Open Innovation
Mar 04, 2025
Season 2
Episode 17
Tim helps large companies overcome internal hurdles to ignite externally sourced open innovation and technology acquisition, and facilitate technology transfer deals.
He spends significant time delivering a wide range of IP and open innovation consulting services to clients, from open innovation system diagnostics to detailed technology and technology need evaluations to deal-assessment and execution.
In addition to hands-on experience, Tim has an educational background in the IP industry including a Masters Thesis which recommended improved licensing strategies for technology licensing out of universities.
Read Tim's ebook Unlocking Impact from Open Innovation here
