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JOIN OUR EXCLUSIVE INNOVATION SESSION

We will gather virtually to dicuss topics like developing innovation competencies and delivering impactful results via customer centric innovation.

  • Hear from our honored guest dr. Thomas Herget on his experience with Merck’s award-winning Innospire process and leading innovation fields
  • Share experience with developing innovation capabilities that deliver results
  • Discuss and share among a group of innovation leaders 

Digital session

29 January 2025

Timing:            3.30 pm – 5.00 pm (CET)    

Location:        Digital

Apply by sending us an email with your details

AGENDA

  • Merck innovation journey by dr. Thomas Herget 
  • Building innovation capabilities by dr. Isabel Verniers
  • Peer-to-peer discussion
  • Sharing insights in group

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Be inspired on how to use innovation for talent and business growth
  • Share your challenges in the group
  • Expand your professional network
  • Get a 1-on-1 follow-up on your challenges

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS

dr. Thomas Herget

With a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Habilitation in Medicine, Thomas Herget has lead global R&D at Merck since 2004. He’s led groundbreaking projects like Bioelectronics (chronic disease treatment), PROTACs (therapeutic breakthroughs), and Cultivated Meat (sustainable food). His teams have won multiple awards, including the “R&D 100” and he earned the Merck Research Award for his work against Ebola.

With 70+ publications, 25 patents, and deep expertise in innovation, don’t miss the chance to learn from a true industry leader!

dr. Isabel Verniers

Partner at MTI²

Isabel has co-designed and led several award-winning innovation and upskilling processes across a diverse set of industries in companies such as Atlas Copco, Michelin or Dechra. Besides her consulting and mentoring work, Isabel is affiliated with the University of Ghent in the area of marketing, innovation, and organization.

Isabel has been a speaker and chair at several international conferences on the topic of change and innovation management.