Only one word can make consumers clamor, manipulate stock markets, and excite employees to come to work—Innovation. It has grown in popularity the last half-century with over 2,000 viewpoints arising annually. Philosophies and frameworks are released faster than iPhone models. And mantras like “innovate or die” and “disrupt or be disrupted” are pounded into company cultures. The culture can be dizzying and the idea of pausing for just a moment feels wrong—but we really disrupted or die if we do?

Mindfulness belongs in innovation, slowing down helps us find real problem and getting other to accept our ideas.

Matt is an author, speaker, and sr innovation consultant working with some of the worlds biggest brands. With over a decade of experience in product and service innovation he has uncovered deep insights, executed strategy, and facilitated change for industries that have not changed in centuries. Matt also works with groups, individuals, and organizations to help motivate their innovation efforts and empower them to become mindful of their thoughts & actions. All of his experience has been synthesized in his book—The Mindful Innovator—where he teaches companies how to slow down to move faster & more purposefully.