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Mickey McManus discusses design thinking, strategic surprise, and synthetic biology in his conversation with Keith Koo.

Episode Title: Designing the Future: Strategic Surprise with Mickey McManus Episode Description: Join host Keith Koo in this episode of Silicon Valley Insider as he welcomes Mickey McManus, a renowned expert in design thinking. Mickey delves into the world of strategic surprise and synthetic biology, sharing his unique insights and experiences from his extensive career, including his work at BCG, Maya Design, Autodesk, and Tufts University. Key Topics: Mickey's Journey in Design: Discover how Mickey's love for design began and how he embraced it as a discipline. Learn about his career evolution from traditional design to exploring its intersections with technology and biology. Strategic Surprise: An exploration of the concept of strategic surprise and its implications in the modern world. How organizations can prepare for and leverage unexpected changes in the industry. Synthetic Biology: An introduction to synthetic biology and its transformative potential. Mickey discusses current advancements and future possibilities in the field. Lessons from Mickey's Career: Key takeaways from Mickey's diverse work experiences. Insights into how design thinking can influence strategic…

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