A diplomat who became passionate about innovation-driven entrepreneurship and ecosystems shares what it takes for communities, cities, and countries to become innovation hubs. Phil Budden's work is centered on studying and creating those ecosystems grounded around 5 key stakeholders interconnected: Entrepreneurs, Government, Universities, Big Businesses, and Risk Capital. For him though, beyond all, it is about people and connecting those great minds together to create impact. His words of wisdom are powerful for all of us leaders: "be thoughtful about your leadership and its impact." "Leadership takes innovative tech to impact." MEET OUR GUEST Dr. Phil Budden, Senior Lecturer at MIT Sloan focusing on 'innovation-driven entrepreneurship' (IDE) and innovation ecosystems. Phil Budden Senior Lecturer at MIT Sloan focusing on 'innovation-driven entrepreneurship' (IDE) and innovation ecosystems. Phil's approach combines academic, historical, and real-world perspectives on how