
Dan McClure and Jennifer Wilde
A practical guide to solving complex problems and seizing bold opportunities through ecosystem innovation and leadership.
The concept of 'innovation choreographer' is a newly coined role inspired by arts choreography, emphasizing coordination and big-picture thinking.
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Imagine a world where complex problems that once seemed insurmountable suddenly become solvable—not by a lone genius or a single invention—but by a vibrant network of people, organizations, and technologies working in harmony.
Now, stretch this idea to the scale of healthcare in a populous country where millions suffer from preventable blindness. Traditional approaches that throw money at isolated problems—more doctors, more supplies—fall short because they miss the bigger picture.
Similarly, in the world of business, disruption often comes not from incremental improvements but from reimagining entire ecosystems. A startup that bypassed century-old retail distribution by offering affordable razors through a subscription service reshaped the shaving market.
Social innovation also benefits from ecosystem thinking. In remote regions where electricity is scarce, empowering women entrepreneurs with solar products, training, and community support has sparked a wave of economic and social transformation.
What unites these stories is the recognition that innovation is not about isolated inventions but about creating interconnected systems that work in the real world.
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