Partnership Programs

EDG has assembled a remarkable network of renowned institutions and thought leaders. Our partnership programs are for organizations wanting to use strategy, design, and implementation best practices to strengthen their innovation and sustainability efforts.

Marshall Goldsmith School of Management
William McDonough
SRI International

Stanford University

Marshall Goldsmith School of Management

The Marshall Goldsmith School of Management at Alliant International University (a not-for-profit institution of higher education with a history distinguished by innovation) offers two programs through its San Francisco and San Diego campuses: Enduring Value and The Innovation Advantage.

William McDonough

Enduring Value: William McDonough’s Approach to Innovation and Sustainable Design is an in-depth workshop for those wanting to launch or profoundly enhance their commitment to sustainability. The workshop combines an overview of Cradle- to-Cradle design essentials with innovation best practices to produce enduring value for businesses and the planet.

SRI International: The Discipline of Innovation

EDG partners with SRI International, one of the world’s leading independent research and technology development organizations, to deliver the Discipline of Innovation, a four-day interactive workshop highlighting SRI’s Value Creation Process. This workshop is designed for executives and senior managers, research and development leaders and product developers interested in learning how to dramatically increase their organization’s potential business growth through innovation.

See also Curt Carlson’s and William W. Wilmot’s recently published book, Innovation: The 5 Disciplines for Creating What Customers Want.

Stanford University

EDG, SRI International and Stanford University’s Innovation Journalism Program have combined to offer Next Generation Media: Capitalizing on the Innovation Economy to media outlets around the world. The week long program is designed for executives, senior management and journalists who are looking to secure their organization’s relevance and competitive advantage in the digital era.

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