From Employee & Space Experience to Strategic Innovation | DisrupTV Ep. 217

On DisrupTV Episode 217, hosts R “Ray” Wang, Principal Analyst and Founder of Constellation Research, and Vala Afshar, Chief Digital Evangelist at Salesforce, welcome three extraordinary leaders who are redefining the future of work, innovation, and strategy:

  • Mark Levy, Employee Experience Advisor and former Global Head of Employee Experience at Airbnb, who pioneered the concept of EX as a driver of culture and growth.
  • Chantelle Baier, Founder and Managing Partner of 4SPACE, who is shaping the next frontier of innovation through commercial and public-private space collaboration.
  • Jay Jacobs, SVP & Head of Research & Strategy at Global X ETFs, who brings deep insights into financial markets, megatrends, and long-term investment strategies.

Together, they explore how organizations can design better experiences, tap into frontier industries, and navigate rapidly evolving markets with foresight and agility.

Key Takeaways from Episode 217

Mark Levy: Designing Purpose-Driven Employee Experiences

Mark Levy emphasized that employee experience (EX) is no longer an HR buzzword—it’s a business imperative. From his groundbreaking work at Airbnb, Levy shared how building intentional, purpose-driven work environments unlocks creativity, talent retention, and organizational success.

Quote from Mark Levy:

  • “Employee experience is about more than perks—it’s about creating meaning, connection, and belonging at work.”

Chantelle Baier: Unlocking the Value of Space Innovation

Chantelle Baier highlighted how space is no longer just the domain of government programs but an ecosystem of private companies, investors, and innovators. She discussed how 4SPACE is bridging creative partnerships that accelerate access to space and generate real-world value across industries.

Quote from Chantelle Baier:

  • “Space innovation isn’t science fiction—it’s happening now, and it’s shaping industries in ways we’re only beginning to understand.”

Jay Jacobs: Strategic Insights for a Changing Market

Jay Jacobs provided an investor’s perspective on how megatrends—from technological disruption to demographic shifts—are transforming markets. He explained how strategic foresight and ETF innovation can help investors align portfolios with the future.

Quote from Jay Jacobs:

  • “The best strategies don’t just react to change—they anticipate it.”

Final Thoughts

DisrupTV Episode 217 connects the dots between people, industries, and markets. From building workplaces where employees thrive, to pioneering the new space economy, to making sense of market megatrends, this episode shows how leaders can prepare for the next era of disruption.

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