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Invention Mode

Invention Mode

By: Tanya Kohen WaveAccess
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 Join Tanya Kohen, a finance leader, corporate inventor, and advocate for digital transformation, as she explores how everyday corporate pros across various disciplines are embracing the invention mindset to rethink how things are done in their companies and discover unique ways to solve business problems. Her perspective focuses on building a culture where invention thrives, and how this is essential to making businesses competitive, and future-ready. This podcast is for curious leaders who believe invention is about practical, original solutions driven by necessity and bold thinking.Tanya Kohen, WaveAccess
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  • Why invention beats innovation and how to make space for it

    Why invention beats innovation and how to make space for it
    Aug 8 2025

    In this kickoff episode of Invention Mode, host Tanya Kohen sits down with Seth Marlowe, a seasoned treasury, banking, IT, and consulting executive with over 30 years of experience. Seth has led transformation initiatives within some of the world’s largest companies, including GE, Wells Fargo, Danone, and EY.

    Seth shares his perspective on why true invention is crucial today, recounting a behind-the-scenes story of how his team developed an automated process that fundamentally changed finance operations. He discusses how something "new" emerged from within the "old way" of working.

    Tune in to explore the distinction between invention and innovation, why invention is more specific and impactful, and how organizations can create space for employees to act on bold ideas that drive business success.

    Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest speakers on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of their current or previous employers or affiliated organizations.
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