FEI 2024’s Customer 2024 & Future Trends Track provided valuable insights into the future of industries, innovation, and work, addressing the pressing challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. From revolutionizing energy systems with geothermal technology to understanding the mindsets of the next generation of workers, these discussions offered actionable takeaways for leaders and organizations seeking to stay ahead of the curve.
Five key overall takeaways from the track follow, but click the below links to dive into each session:
- Neat Future Trend: Transitioning to an Equitable and Efficient Geothermal Networks: Isabel Varela, Science Director, HEET
- From Buzzworthy Trends to Bite-Sized Bliss: Leveraging Adjacency Thinking to Reimagine Chocolate-Covered Pretzels: Erin Mays, CEO and Co-Founder & Kalyn Rozanski, Chief Visionary Officer, EBCO
- Guidance from Virtual Natives & Interconnected Realities: Leslie Shannon, Head of Trend and Innovation Scouting, Nokia
- Corporate Innovation: Internal & External Best Practice: Carley Hart, Director of Corporate Partnerships, Runway Startups, Cornell Tech
- Actively Solving for Generational Realities: Olga Diamandis, Senior Executive, Innovation, TE Connectivity
FEI 2024 Customer & Future Trends
Exploring the potential of geothermal energy to power cities.
- Geothermal energy as a sustainable solution for urban energy needs.
- Emphasis on building trust and partnerships to drive adoption.
- Reimagining the energy landscape for a cleaner, more efficient future.
How Gen Z is reshaping work and education.
- Gen Z’s tech-savvy nature and reliance on social media for business ventures.
- The importance of flexibility and autonomy in the workplace.
- Redefining education with self-directed learning and online platforms.
- Emphasizing cross-generational collaboration to drive innovation.
How digital natives are leveraging technology in learning and work.
- The rise of online education and its impact on traditional schooling.
- The shift toward remote work and its influence on the modern workplace.
- Adaptability as a key trait in the digital-first world of work and education.
The evolving art of branding in the digital age.
- Understanding cultural trends and their influence on consumer behavior.
- Connecting with consumers on an emotional level, not just a functional one.
- Innovative marketing strategies that resonate with today’s consumer.
The importance of real innovation over flashy appearances.
- True innovation goes beyond spectacle, focusing on lasting, meaningful change.
- Encouraging organizations to focus on substance and tangible impact.
- Avoiding innovation theatre and ensuring real value creation.
Embracing Change: Adapting for Success
The sessions highlighted the interconnected nature of technology, consumer behavior, and organizational culture. Moving forward, businesses must embrace flexibility, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of emerging trends to foster sustainable growth and innovation. By embracing new approaches to energy, work, and branding, companies can better position themselves for long-term success in a world increasingly driven by technology and shifting consumer expectations.
Get caught up on all FEI 2024 content through each track overview:
- Driving Strategy and Transformation Through Innovation
- The Innovation Process: Culture, Data, and Partnership
- Empowering Innovation Through People and Culture
- The Data-Driven Race: Strategies for Success
- A Glimpse into the Future of Innovation
Tools Used:
- Descript
- Gemini
- ChatGPT
- Human Ingenuity
