Episode 55: Ed Rakiewicz on the Importance of Corporate-Startup Collaboration in the Evolving Landscape of the Materials Industry
Agile Giants: Lessons from Corporate Innovators
English - April 21, 2023 14:02 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsInvesting Business Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
In this podcast episode, we delve into the history and transformation of PPG, a global maker of coatings, paints, and specialty materials that has been around for over 140 years. We are joined by Ed Rakiewicz, a Corporate Fellow at PPG, as he shares insights and experiences on the importance of corporate-startup collaboration in driving innovation and growth in the industry. He talks about PPG's approach to partnering with startups, the benefits of such collaborations, and the challenges that can arise. Ed also discusses some of the key trends and technologies shaping the industry, and how PPG is leveraging innovation to stay ahead of the curve.
Tune in to learn more about the evolving landscape of coatings and materials, and the role of corporate-startup collaboration in shaping the future of the industry.
Show links
LINKEDIN- https://www.linkedin.com/company/ppg/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-rakiewicz-0597a218/
WEBSITE- https://www.ppg.com/
TWITTER- https://twitter.com/PPG