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Creative Perspectives

Many of us don’t believe we are creative. After early elementary school, we have learned there are rules, and we spend a lot of time complying with those rules. Not only are there rules about spelling and arithmetic, but there are societal “rules” about the clothes we wear and things we say. All these rules… Read More >

Lessons for a Young Innovator

Recently I was the keynote speaker for the Chemical Engineering Graduate Student Symposium at University of Washington (go huskies!). I am so honored that my alumni university asked me to share my career journey with smart and ambitious students. Of course, I wondered “What on earth can I talk about?” since my usual presentations are… Read More >

Hybrid Work – Two Views

As people go back to the office (or continue to work from home), we are faced with challenges for innovation. A lot of businesses have spent the past 18 months in survival mode – just trying to keep the doors open, regardless of the cost. Many companies had workforce reductions, cut benefits, and did more… Read More >