Business Model Innovation & Strategic Narratives | DisrupTV Ep. 239

In DisrupTV Episode 239, hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar connect with three visionaries:

  • Saul Kaplan – Founder & Chief Catalyst at Business Innovation Factory (BIF), author of The Business Model Innovation Factory, pioneering next-practice models. 
  • Cecile Moulard – (Details on her role were limited in the available source; presumably a leader in business innovation or strategy.)
  • Vikas Shah – Author of Thought Economics, sharing conversations with Nobel laureates and global change-makers on ideas that shape our century. 

Together, they explore the intersection of business model innovation, storytelling, and ideas that make a lasting impact.

Key Takeaways

Innovating Business Models Safely
Saul Kaplan emphasizes how BIF facilitates safe experimentation with new business models, helping organizations test and scale innovation with reduced risk. 

Strategic Narratives That Resonate
Cecile Moulard explores how developing clear, strategic narratives allows organizations to navigate disruption with compelling, human-centered stories that align teams and stakeholders.

Ideas Shaping the Century
Vikas Shah discusses his book Thought Economics, reflecting on insights from diverse luminaries—from Nobel Prize winners to cultural icons—highlighting how powerful ideas influence our collective direction.

Final Thoughts

This episode of DisrupTV brings to light how business model innovation, strategic storytelling, and idea leadership converge to reshape organizations. Saul Kaplan’s methodical experimentation, Moulard’s narrative craftsmanship, and Shah’s celebration of game-changing ideas offer a blueprint for leaders looking to future-proof their enterprises. Doing innovation right is not just about bold moves—it’s about building models and messages that move people.

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