How do the titans of industry stay ahead? Why do some fail, and some succeed? Is it resource abundance, global reach, or something else? We sit down with Lee Jeyes, the Head of Innovation for Walmart Canada for an interactive, fireside chat to dive deeper into:

- How to advocate for innovation, generate momentum and buy-in at big organizations
- How to rapidly identify the trends worth actioning and ignite new opportunities
- How to build a brand within an existing, dominant brand
- Biggest challenges and lessons learned throughout his journey at Fortune 1

With a passion for technology and innovation, Lee Jeyes has been able to bring this to the largest retailer in the world, Walmart. Over his career, Jeyes has been a part of major initiatives including the launch of Walmart’s online grocery business in Canada and driving $500 million in business value in a two-year period. As the Head of Innovation for Walmart Canada, Jeyes’ department exclusively focuses on radical and disruptive approaches to keep Walmart at the edge of innovation. On days off you will find him in Toronto walking along the water with his Great Dane, Wally, or making music in his plant filled loft.

Martina works with Fortune 500 companies to identify and implement disruptive innovation across North America, and has extensive experience in research and creative problem solving leading engagements with Disruptive Edge, an innovation consultancy for companies looking to become the disruptors of their industries. Prior to Disruptive Edge she worked on launching and funding innovation initiatives in international development, with roots in social sciences and a passion for meaningful corporate action on climate change.